Supervisory Interdisciplinary GS-XXXX-15 (41082)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District invites applications for a Supervisory Interdisciplinary GS-15 position. The role leads a multi-disciplinary staff of engineers, biologists, recreation planners, and analysts in the Operations Division to plan, schedule, and supervise program work.

You will direct three branches and coordinate district activities across navigation, flood risk management, hydropower, water supply, and environmental stewardship to deliver mission success.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 in a USACE Operations and Maintenance office.
• Experience planning, directing, and supervising budgets and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, coordinates, supervises, and reviews the Division's activities.
• Directs staff of over 120 multi-disciplinary professionals and support personnel.
• Manages programs across navigation, flood risk management, hydropower, water supply, recreation, and environment.

Skills

Civil Engineer

Architect

Mechanical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Biologist

Physical Scientist

Job description

Locations (City, State)

Savannah, GA

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Savannah District

Position Overview/Duties

Position Title: Supervisory Interdisciplinary GS-XXXX-15 (41082)

Series/Grade: Supervisory Civil Engineer GS-810-15, Supervisory Architect GA-0808-15, Supervisory Mechanical Engineer GA-830-15, Supervisory Electrical Engineer GS-850-15, Supervisory Biologist GS-0401-15, Supervisory Physical Scientist GS-1301-15

Open Period: 10 November - 24 November 2026

Duty Location(s): Savannah, GA

Duties & Responsibilities: Serves as Chief, Operations Division with responsibility for planning, scheduling, coordinating, supervising, and reviewing the activities of the Division and assuring accomplishment of functions in the most economical and feasible manner. Through subordinate management supervisors, directs a staff of over 120 multi-disciplined engineers, biologists, recreation planners, management and budget analysts, park managers, clerical administrative, and skilled wage board and wage grade employees to carry out the diverse missions of the Division and provide staff guidance and direction to field offices engaged in onsite execution of assigned programs. Accomplishes the work through three Branches supervised by the Deputy Division Chief/Navigation and Asset Management Branch Chief, the Lakes Branch Chief, and the Hydropower Branch Chief. Directs, supervises, and exercises control over diverse programs throughout the district’s civil boundaries of navigation, flood risk management, hydropower, water supply, recreation and natural resources management, and environmental stewardship.

Other Conditions And Requirements

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.

Veterans' preference does not apply to this announcement.

WHO MAY APPLY: US Citizens.

Minimum Education Requirement

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document .

To Qualify for the Biologist (0401) https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0400/general-natural-resources-management-and-biological-sciences-series-0401/

To Qualify for the Architect (0808) https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/

To Qualify for the Engineer (0810, 0830, 0850) https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

To Qualify for the Physical Scientist (1301) https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/general-physical-science-series-1301/

This Is NOT Applicable To a GS-15

• If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education ( https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation ).

Minimum Experience Requirement

Candidate must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service which includes performing work that involved planning, guiding, directing, monitoring, executing or supervising a US Army Corps of Engineer's Operations and Maintenance office/project. This includes managing one or more of the following: the budget, personnel, organization, project services (ex. hydropower, navigation, flood risk management, and/or recreation), and methods of work accomplishment; in compliance with Federal and higher headquarters regulations and guidance. Identify, develop, acquire and allocate resources; including personnel, to effectively plan, manage, and execute an operations based organization and budget.

Other Requirements, Conditions Of Employment And Information

• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education ( https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation ).
• FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ .
• A supervisory probationary period may be required.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 40% of the time.
• This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver’s License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.

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.