Scientist​/Environmental Engineer​/Physical Scientist

Position Overview

This position is in Region 2, Air and Radiation Division, Air Programs Branch, Permitting Section. About Region 2: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-2

This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected).

NOTE:

You must meet qualification requirements, including any requirements described in the Education section, by the closing date of this announcement.

In addition to the basic entry education requirements, you must have specialized experience and/or directly related education as described below:

To qualify for the GS-12 level, you must have 1 year of full-time
* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level defined as preparing permits for facilities (issuance, reissuance, and/or modification); and reviewing permits for technical, procedural and/or regulatory adequacy.

You will need the following competencies in order to perform the duties of this position successfully:

• Environmental Laws and Regulations*
• Critical Thinking*
• Environmental Engineering
• Technical Knowledge (Related to Position)*
• Atention to Detail
• Communications and Media
• Problem Solving
• Written Communication
• General Engineering

* You will be evaluated on these critical competencies.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

* If you have part‑time work experience, read this:
Part‑Time Experience.