Construction Control Inspector

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A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). This position is being announced concurrently under ESEP/MP procedures (vacancy announcement number IHS-26-HQ-13016759-ESEP/MP).

About the role

The Construction Control Inspector will assist engineering staff with technical duties related to the construction, design, and as-built development of individual and community water supply, wastewater disposal, and solid waste disposal facilities. This position is with the Office of Environmental Health & Engineering Area, District, or Field Office and reports to a Supervisory Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection and ensure compliance with contracted plans and specifications for community and individual water supply.
• Observe worksite and work activity to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain a daily log of projects and record facts concerning work activity.
• Perform surveys for project designs, construction staking, and as-builts.
• Prepare project reports and spreadsheets to track submittals, quantities installed, construction progress, and payments.
• Review project plans prior to contract advertisement to determine practicability.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must have a valid State driver’s License, which must be REAL ID-compliant.
• This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. The agency must ensure that persons hired have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify for details.
• Must have a viable bank account at a financial institution for electronic direct deposit of salary payment.
• Must successfully complete a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.
• Financial suitability review required; applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility and maintain good standing with creditors.
• Prior to appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one is a state-issued ID or driver’s license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position. 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; social). You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:

GS-7 Grade Level

• Experience reviewing construction schedules, comparing contractor’s claimed progress and daily activities to actual site conditions.
• Preparing and submitting progress reports of work activities.

OR, one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study directly related to the work of the position.

OR, a combination of graduate-level education and specialized experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

For positions requiring positive education requirements, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Verify accreditation at www.ed.gov/accreditation.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript. Visit sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications for more information.

Additional Information

• Salary is contingent on duty location.
• Additional selections of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued.
• Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6, or 8 hours per pay period) based on the number of years served as a Federal employee.
• IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service for annual leave accrual.
• This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.
• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized; at least a one-year service agreement will be required.
• This position has promotion potential to the GS-09 grade level. Promotion is at management’s discretion and based on demonstrated ability, need, and regulatory approval.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide short essay responses (200 words or less each) to the following questions. Responses are optional and will not be scored but may be reviewed by hiring managers:

• How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government?
• In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness?
• How would you help advance the President’s Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role?
• How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic, or personal achievements?

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.