SUPERVISORY ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (CIVIL).

Responsibilities

• Supervises survey crews, dredge inspectors, and coordinates all hydrographic survey work and projects.
• Serves as the technical advisor on hydrographic survey procedures and standards.
• Attends pre-bid and pre-solicitation meetings to discuss and clarify hydrographic survey requirements concerning scheduling, work layout, accident prevention, and/or work progress.
• Prepares correspondence and is responsible for all reports regarding survey activities.
• Develops new techniques to analyze hydrographic surveys.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Requires pre-employment and periodic physical examinations and/or evaluations.
• Requires heavy lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Must maintain basic CPR and Basic First Aid certification.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Subject to a one-year probationary period unless previously met (5 CFR Part 11).
• May require a one-year supervisory probationary period unless previously met.
• Must possess and maintain a US Army Corps of Engineers motorboat license.
• Position may be mission essential.

Qualifications

Open to US Citizens.

To qualify, you must meet the 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). Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Specialized Experience for GS-12: One year of specialized experience which includes:

• Manage hydrographic survey projects supporting navigation channels, harbors, dredging, flood control, and/or civil works programs.
• Perform quality assurance to ensure projects comply with federal and agency regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, correspondence, and/or recommendations for leadership and stakeholders, including contractors, federal, state, and local agencies.
• Supervise and manage multidisciplinary personnel by assigning work and establishing priorities.

Benefits

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.