Regulatory Program Manager

Overview
Accepting applications

Open & closing dates
Opening and closing dates06/03/2021 to 06/16/2021
Service

Competitive

Pay scale & grade

GS 14

Salary
$109,571 to $172,500 per year
Appointment type

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time
Duties SummaryAbout the Position: San Francisco, California, is a unique and breathtaking metropolis. From the famous Golden Gate Bridge to the exquisite art galleries, the City takes pride in its unrivaled attractions, renowned museums, and its unique neighborhoods which are treasures of its own. For more information please go to .ResponsibilitiesAdministers the Regulatory Program for the South Pacific Division (SPD).Provides staff review and guidance over the implementation and operation of the Regulatory Program to all four (4) Districts.Represents the Division Commander as the technical authority on all regulatory matters in the SPD.Coordinates the SPD Regulatory Program with HQUSACE as well with other Federal Agencies.Performs field inspections on significant, controversial, and highly important Regulatory Program permit activities.Reviews and coordinates congressional budgets new initiates affecting manpower and financial affairs of the subordinate Districts as well as the Division?s Regulatory Program budget.Regulatory Program activities cover the entire South Pacific Division, which embraces the western states of California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, Colorado, and west Texas, andincludes hundreds of thousands of square miles of streams, rivers, bays and estuaries, coastal waters and the territorial seas, wetlands, and adjacent lands.Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

None
Requirements Conditions of EmploymentAppointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.Must submit upon entry and annually a Financial Disclosure Agreement (See Additional Information).Must obtain and maintain a valid state issued driver's license. 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-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePostal Service/Peace Corps and Other Unique AuthoritiesPriority 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.Basic Requirement for Biologist
A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
OR
B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.Basic Requirement for Ecologist:
Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biology, or a related field of science underlying ecological research that included at least 30 semester hours in basic and applied biological sciences. These hours must have included at least 9 semester hours in ecology, and 12 semester hours in physical and mathematical sciences.Basic Requirement for Physical Scientist:
A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (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.
OR
B. Combination of Education and Experience: 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.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes managing a Regulatory Program ensuring compliance with governing public laws such as the Clean Water Act and Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 to challenging permit actions; providing technical guidance, and coordinating environmental impacts of proposed projects with the public and other agencies. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-13).
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:Environmental Law and Regulatory ComplianceLeadershipOral CommunicationTeam BuildingTime 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-13).
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 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) 16 - Engineers and Scientists (Non-Construction) positionYou may claim military spouse preference (MSP).Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.Salary Range - Albuquerque - $109,571 - $142,439 Per Annum; Los Angeles - $124,342 - $161,642 Per Annum; Phoenix - $112,801 - $146,639 Per Annum; Sacramento - $118,670 - $154,269 Per Annum; San Francisco - $132,822 - $172,500 Per AnnumInteragency 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.Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.Incentives may be paid if the selecting official determines it is in the best interests of the government. 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
Not Required
Drug test required
No
Position sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processSuitability/FitnessThis job is open to
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

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

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

Land & base management

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

Military spouses

Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

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 Employee, Former Federal Employee, Status Candidates, ICTAP, Land Management, VEOA, Military Spouses, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, Vista