About this role
Job SummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Incumbent ensures navigability of District waterways, by conducting hydrographic surveys, supporting the unmanned aircraft program, coordinating equipment and vessel maintenance.
QualificationsWho May Apply: US Citizens In order 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience for GS-07: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting the following: 1) coordinating preventative maintenance and safety of equipment; 2) using surveying techniques and guidelines; AND 3) Working in a team environment. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). Specialized Experience for GS-08: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting the following: 1) Using surveying techniques and guidelines; 2) Analyzing and interpreting field data results; AND 3) assisting with preventative maintenance and/or safety procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). Specialized Experience for GS-09: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting the following: 1) Using surveying techniques and guidelines; 2) Operating, troubleshooting, and/or maintaining a wide range of field surveying instruments; AND 3) Coordinating survey operations. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). Qualification Requirement: Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Major DutiesHydrographic Survey Operations - includes the operation of survey vessels using advanced electronic sounding equipment for bathymetric data collection while using a variety of navigation instruments.Assisting with annual and special reconnaissance and condition surveys of District waterways.Maintaining Basic UAS Qualification (BUQ) required training and provide system monitoring during UAS missions.Assist with maintenance on vessels and survey equipment while collaborating with the Navigation Support Branch to create, prioritize, complete, and close Field Equipment Maintenance (FEM) work orders.Reading and/or interpreting contract plans and specifications to ensure compliance with all contractual requirements for dredging.Serving as a quality assurance inspector, all while operating various vehicles and boats to fulfill duties effectively.