Environmental Protection Specialist.

Duties

• Utilize an in-depth knowledge of all Federal and State regulations, such as RCRA, CERCLA, and Federal Code of Regulations governing the handling of hazardous materials and disposal of hazardous waste.
• Utilize organic and inorganic chemistry to HTW situations, to understand and advise on how different organic compounds react with each other, and the effects of various organic compounds and heavy metals on human beings and the environment.
• Serve as Project ERGO Coordinator (Environmental Review Guide for Operations); receives and provides information, and maintains communication with the District ERGO Coordinator.
• Serve as Incident Commander for spills affecting the project; annually trains "First Responders" to perform safe and effective spill contaminant actions.
• Maintain certification for asbestos removal and either supervises asbestos removal contracts or assures proper removal and disposal of asbestos‑contaminated materials and fibers by the District Team.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of a pre‑employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license at time of appointment.

Qualifications

• Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible:
  • 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non‑Army)
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • Non‑Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
  • People with Disabilities, Schedule A
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible
  • Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • Reinstatement
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
• Experience/Education Requirements:
  • To qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work (e.g., National Service programs, professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social organizations). Your resume must clearly describe relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, transcripts will be required.
  • Specialized Experience – GS‑09: One year of specialized experience which includes:
    1. Assisting in the implementation of Federal, State, and local environmental rules and regulations (such as RCRA, CERCLA, and National Fire Code standards);
    2. Conducting routine inspections of hazardous material and waste accumulation areas;
    3. Participating as an active response team member in hazardous substance spill containment and emergency response operations.
    This definition is typical of work performed at the GS‑07 level. OR Education: Master’s or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field demonstrating the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination may be used if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100% (experience months ÷ 12) + (graduate semester hours beyond the first year ÷ 18) ≥ 100.
  • Specialized Experience – GS‑11: One year of specialized experience which includes:
    1. Managing the collection, compliant storage, inspection, transportation, and manifest documentation for the disposal of hazardous and toxic materials;
    2. Planning, leading, and coordinating Oil and Hazardous Substance Incident (OHSI) and spill response activities;
    3. Overseeing environmental compliance programs involving drinking water, sewage treatment systems, stormwater runoff, and groundwater.
    This definition is typical of work performed at the GS‑09 level. OR Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field demonstrating the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination may be used if the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100% (experience months ÷ 12) + (graduate semester hours beyond the second year ÷ 18) ≥ 100.
  • Time‑in‑Grade Requirement:
    • GS‑11: Applicants who have held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade (GS‑09) or equivalent.
    • GS‑09: Applicants who have held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade (GS‑07) or equivalent.
  • Education – Foreign Credentials: If using education from foreign institutions, you must show the credentials have been evaluated by a private organization specializing in foreign education interpretation and deemed equivalent to an accredited U.S. program, or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college/university.
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre‑Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
    • Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
    • This position requires a 1‑year probationary period during which the agency evaluates fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest.
    • Direct deposit of pay is required.
    • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from the Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
    • If you are a retired federal employee interested in reemployment as an annuitant, see the relevant information.
    • This is an Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction) Career Program position aligned under the Construction, Analysis, Science, Infrastructure & Engineers (CASIE) Career Management Directorate.
    • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
    • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
    • When performing a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the IRS considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable; payment of PCS costs is authorized subject to the Joint Travel Regulations.
    • Advanced‑in‑Hire, Enhanced Leave Accrual, Student Loan Repayment, and/or Recruitment/Relocation incentives MAY be authorized if determined to be in the best interest of the government.
    • Management may make selections at any grade level; promotion to the next grade will be at management's discretion following completion of time‑in‑grade requirements, training, fully successful performance, and acquired and