Physical Scientist- Direct Hire Authority

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Physical Scientist performing management, execution. and operations for assigned program(s) within the Division.

Duties

1. Plans, coordinates, and manages all aspects of assigned program(s) through application of professional knowledge and skill in environmental physical science practices, processes, and techniques. 2. Responsible for executing assigned program(s), in-house and by contract, to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies.. 3. Provides advisory services on specific problems, projects, programs, and functions in assigned program area. Responsible for communicating and coordinating assigned program issues with superiors, team members, higher headquarters, regulatory agencies, other Industrial Facility units, community and other officials, and/or interest groups. 4. Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work that enhances the safety of the work environment. Ensures adherence to Federal, state, and local codes concerning health, safety, and the environment.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, . Professional and Scientific EDUCATION: Must have successfully completed a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a Bachelor's or higher degree in 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. NOTE: YOU MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS WHEN APPLYING FOR THESE POSITIONS. or COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Must have a combination of education and experience with 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. NOTE: YOU MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS WHEN APPLYING FOR THESE POSITIONS. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have or will have within 120 days of the closing of this announcement, at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to Federal experience at the next lower grade (NH-02), level, pay band (GS-11), or equivalent (pay schedule, pay band, etc). Specialized experience is described as defining, directing, or leading highly challenging projects/programs; identifying and resolving highly complex problems; and developing and implementing solutions to diverse, highly complex problems across multiple areas and disciplines. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of professional environmental physical science principles, practices, techniques, and procedures to effectively perform project development, execution, training, and advisory services in assigned program element (see Environmental Program Checklist). 2. Knowledge to troubleshoot environmental physical science problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned program(s) (see Environmental Program Checklist). 3. Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and other guidance to make decisions and recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices; and health, safety, and security practices. 4. Skill to integrate an interdisciplinary team of professionals to include attorneys, public health specialists, public affairs specialists, biological scientists, environmental engineers, regulators, and other governmental officials, and community groups. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy; and establish effective working relationships with others. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.