Supervisory Interdisciplinary Engineer GS-0808/0810/0830/0850-13 (03399)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers, Huntington District, is seeking a Supervisory Engineer to lead the Maintenance Section within the Operations Division in Huntington, WV. This GS-13 level position directs major maintenance and repair work on district infrastructure, oversees budgets, and supervises a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and reliable plant operations.

The role requires extensive engineering expertise, strong leadership, and coordination with federal/state partners to align regional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience as required by the agency (ABET-accredited program or equivalent).
• One year of specialized experience at GS-12 or equivalent in directing maintenance, repair, and operations for major civil works infrastructure; budgeting and personnel supervision.

Responsibilities

• Directs all major structural maintenance and repair work to sustain operational readiness of navigation and flood control infrastructure.
• Manages the Maintenance Section's budget and labor estimates.
• Supervises a multi-disciplinary team, assigns work, sets performance standards, and evaluates achievements.
• Provides engineering oversight for maintenance, repair, and improvement of project machinery and appurtenances to ensure safe, reliable operations.
• Coordinates maintenance programs and technical initiatives with district elements, federal/state agencies, and stakeholders to align priorities.

Job description

USACE Organization

Great Lakes and Ohio River Division (LRD) - Huntington District

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

Locations (City, State)

Huntington, WV

Position Overview/Duties

The Huntington District is recruiting for a Supervisory Engineer, within the Maintenance Section of the Operations Division located in Huntington, WV.

Supervisory Engineer, GS-0808/0810/0830/0850-13 with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers, Great Lakes and Ohio River Division (LRD.

• POSITION:
  • GS-0808/0810/030/0850-13
• PERIOD OF ASSIGNMENT: PERMANENT
• DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT/DUTIES:
  • GS-0808/0810/0830/0850-13 Supervisory Interdisciplinary Engineer GS-xxxx-13
  • Directs all major structural maintenance and repair work on the district's navigation and flood control infrastructure to sustain operational readiness, extend asset lifecycle, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.
  • Manages the Maintenance Section's budget and labor estimates.
  • Supervises a team of subordinate personnel by planning work assignments, establishing performance standards, evaluating achievements, identifying training needs, resolving grievances, and recommending personnel actions
  • Applies professional engineering knowledge and technical principles the maintenance, repair, and improvement of project machinery and appurtenances to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
  • Coordinates operational requirements, maintenance programs, and technical initiatives with district elements, federal and state agencies, and commercial stakeholders to align regional priorities, resolve operational conflicts, and promote program efficiency.

Other Conditions and Requirements

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

• WHO MAY APPLY: US Citizens
• APPLICANT QUALIFICATIONS:
  • MINIMUM Education Requirement . (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.
  • A. Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress‑strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.
  • OR
  • B. Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following:
  • Professional registration or licensure -- Current registration as an Engineer licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico.
  • Written Test -- Evidence of having successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)2 examination or any other written test required for professional
• In addition to meeting the basic requirements above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirement listed below:
• Minimum Experience Requirement :TO QUALIFY FOR GS-13: One year of specialized experience which includes Directing and managing comprehensive maintenance, repair, and operational programs for major civil works infrastructure (such as locks, dams, flood risk management structures, or marine/heavy industrial plant equipment); Formulating, justifying, and executing multi‑million dollar annual maintenance work plans, resource allocations, and project budgets; providing expert technical oversights, approving contract specification of work and overseeing qualify assurance for high‑dollar service and construction contracts; and Supervising or leading a multi‑disciplinary personnel including establishing performance objectives, evaluating personnel and managing section‑level resource and administrative requirements.
• This definition of specialized experience is typical work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS‑12). This experience must be demonstrated within your resume.
• EDUCATION: Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
• TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent:
  • For GS-13 - 52 weeks at GS-12

• Competencies needed for the position:
  • Engineering & Technical Competence (Infrastructure Maintenance & Repair
  • Budget & Financial Management
  • Oral & Written Communication
  • Supervisory & Personnel Management
• Supervisory & Personnel Management CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • One-year probationary period may be required.
  • Appointment may be subject to suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Possess or the ability to possess a state driver's license.
  • A supervisory probationary period may be required

Other Essential Information

• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act [ST1] [ED2] .
• Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
• This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for three months after the closing date.
• This position MAY be eligible for situational telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
• All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Pay will be set based on duty location and grade level. Please visit https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2026/general-schedule/ for the current GS Locality Pay Tables.
• Position may be subject to a Special Salary Rate (SSR) under the applicable pay table.
• This is a(n) CP-18-Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position [ST3] [ED4] .
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs MAY BE authorized.
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives may be authorized
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.

Your Resume

• For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
• Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
• If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.for review.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non‑merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements

GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.