National Water Resources Programs Lead

US Army Corps of Engineers; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers (Institute for Water Resources) seeks a Programs Leader in hydrologic engineering to direct nationwide and international efforts advancing flood risk management, hydrologic/hydraulic engineering, and water management systems.

You will lead technical teams, develop methodologies, and provide expert briefings to HQUSACE, Congress, and interagency forums, shaping policy and practice globally.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service.
• Experience coordinating with senior leaders, government agencies, industry representatives, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a national and international level technical authority in engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, economics, ecological analysis, and risk assessment per HQDA/ASA-CW.
• Direct nationwide technical methodologies for estimating flood and infrastructure risks, consequence modeling, public warning systems, and disaster response planning.
• Oversee development, enhancement, and sustainment of AIS including CWMS, WMES, and SET applications.
• Provide expert briefings, impact statements, and technical testimony to USACE leadership and Congressional committees.

Education

Economist Series, 0110

All Professional Engineering Positions, 0800

General Physical Science Series, 1301

Hydrology Series, 1315

Meteorology Series, 1340

Job description

US Army Corps of Engineers (Institute for Water Resources) seeks a Programs Leader in hydrologic engineering to direct nationwide and international efforts advancing flood risk management, hydrologic/hydraulic engineering, and water management systems.

You will lead technical teams, develop methodologies, and provide expert briefings to HQUSACE, Congress, and interagency forums, shaping policy and practice globally.