Physical Scientist

Overview
Accepting applications

Open & closing dates
Opening and closing dates06/10/2021 to 06/21/2021
Service

Competitive

Pay scale & grade

GS 13

Salary
$92,143 to $119,787 per year
Appointment type

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time
Duties SummaryAbout the Position:
Physical Scientist within Remote Sensing, Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (CRREL), Hanover, NH - site currently undergoing remedial investigation of trichloroethylene (formerly used as a refrigerant) that was released into the environment; interim actions underway to ensure a safe work environment. Please review Frequently Asked Questions: http://www.nae.usace.army.mil/Missions/ProjectsTopics/CRRELEnvironmentalRestorationProgram.aspxResponsibilitiesServe as a lead expert in geospatial analysis and implementations, responsible for the development and deployment of Geographic Information System (GIS) databases, hardware and software.Collaborate with representatives from federal and private industries to develop long-range solutions for geospatial data management programs.Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate corporate and enterprise geospatial information systems (GIS) implementations.Use remote sensing and GIS expertise to adapt existing or develop new techniques to support Corps of Engineer needs.Provide periodic technical support for the implementation and maintenance of national policy.Study new or modified legislative or regulatory requirements and agency objectives.Define work priorities and implements methods to meet field requirements.Direct activities of lower graded personnel participating on GIS projects.Formulate approaches for managing geospatial resources.Develop scopes of work for contractor support.Travel RequiredOccasional travel - Temporary Travel to Support Research Mission
Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

13
Requirements Conditions of EmploymentAppointment subject to a Secret Security ClearanceTemporary Duty Travel up to 25%Annual Financial Disclosure QualificationsWho May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Permanent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceExecutive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and 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.
To qualify for this position, you must meet the Basic Requirement for each job series in addition to required experience.
Physical Scientist, 1301 series:
A. Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in physical science, engineering, or mathematics which included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR
B. Combination of education and experience which includes courses equivalent to one of the majors, as 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 attach a copy of your transcripts.)
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the below experience:
Experience required:
To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, your resume must describe at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which includes: 1) Applying knowledge in the field of geospatial technologies in order to develop solutions to future national challenges; 2) Demonstrated skill in conducting geospatial studies focused on corporate and enterprise implementations; 3) Utilizing written and oral communication to present comprehensive geospatial technology studies to other geospatial developers and senior officials.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:Creative ThinkingPlanning and EvaluatingTechnical CompetenceTechnology Application
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).
All qualification requirements, including time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment, must be met by the closing date of this announcement.EducationFOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Additional informationMale applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.Two year trial/probationary period may be required.Direct deposit of pay is required.This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.This is a Career Program (CP)#18- Engineer and Scientist positionYou may claim military spouse preference (MSP).If a MSP applicant is determined best qualified and selected, placement must be at the full performance level for priority consideration.Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.Salary range shown is Hanover, New Hampshire (rest of US/RUS). Salary determined upon Duty Location Assignment.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative. How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearance
Secret
Drug test required
No
Position sensitivity and riskNoncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate RiskTrust determination processCredentialing, Suitability/FitnessThis job is open to
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

Family of overseas employees

Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is, or was, working overseas.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current excepted service federal employees.

Individuals with disabilities

Land & base management

Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.

Military spouses

Special authorities

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

Veterans
Clarification from the agency
Current Federal Employees, VEOA, ICTAP, Military Spouses