SUPERVISORY PHYSICAL SCIENTIST/BIOLOGIST

Commander, Navy Installations Command; United States; Remote; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command is seeking a Supervisory Physical Scientist/Biologist for the CNFK Region of Fleet Activities in Korea. You will lead environmental programs for DoN activities in Chinhae, Pohang, Seoul and tenant commands.

This senior role requires the ability to manage programs, coordinate across sites, and ensure compliance. The posted salary range is $90,925–$118,204 per year. The position is telework eligible and requires a SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics with 24 semester hours in physical science/engineering.
• Alternative: 24 hours in physical science and related engineering plus experience.
• Transcript must accompany the resume; military spouse/family preferences noted.

Responsibilities

• Environmental Program Manager for overall effectiveness of DoN environmental programs in the CNFK region.
• Oversee Navy activities in Chinhae, Pohang, Seoul and tenant commands.
• Ensure compliance and coordinate with multiple installations.

Education

Physical science degree

Biological sciences degree

Job description

SUPERVISORY PHYSICAL SCIENTIST/BIOLOGIST

• Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

You will serve as a SUPERVISORY PHYSICAL SCIENTIST/BIOLOGIST in the Commander Naval Forces Korea (CNFK) Region of FLEET ACTIVITIES.

Key Responsibilities

You will be the Environmental Program Manager responsible for overall effectiveness and management of the environmental programs for DoN within the CNFK region including US Navy activities located in Chinhae, Pohang, and Seoul and tenant commands.

Requirements & Education

Applicants must meet the following Basic Requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Applicants must possess: Series 1301 Basic Requirements: Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.

or Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Series 0401 Basic Requirements Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. A copy of official/unofficial transcript MUST be submitted with the resume. Priority consideration will be given to military spouse preference and family member preference eligible residing in the commute area of the duty location for this position.

Commute area is defined as the geographic area surrounding the duty location in which people can reasonably be expected to travel back and forth daily. Military Spouses and Family Members may apply 30 days before their anticipated arrival date. However, they will not receive preference until arrival at the foreign location. Additional documentation may be required prior to granting preference.

Military spouses and family members who are appointed may not extend longer than 2 months following the transfer of the sponsor from the commuting area of the foreign duty station; 2 months beyond the separation of the appointee's sponsor; or any time beyond the time employee ceases to be a family member.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $90925 – $118204/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-18 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov