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Position Title
Environmental Engineer
Agency
Army Tank-Automotive and Armament Command (TACOM)
Announcement Number
SWDX207183121750D Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 to Thursday, October 1, 2020
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? (limit characters)
2. External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference

I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station.  I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location. 

NOTE 1:  Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location.  If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action. 

NOTE 2:  You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.

NOTE 3:  MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy. 

NOTE 4:  MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.

Supporting Documentation:  You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.

Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
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3. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan

Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?  If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy

• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and

• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.

*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.

Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,

A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,

A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.  Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition.  For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions. (limit characters)
1. Appointment to this position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment. Are you willing to submit the proper documentation to have a background investigation completed? (limit characters)
2. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health & ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment physical and willing to maintain a level of physical fitness to obtain and maintain employment as required? (limit characters)
3. Financial Disclosure Statement OGE Form 450 is used to assist agencies and employees to avoid conflicts between duties and financial interest. This position requires pre-employment financial disclosure and annually thereafter in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R. Are you willing to disclose your financial affiliations prior to employment and annually thereafter to obtain and maintain employment in this position? (limit characters)
4. This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. Are you willing and able to meet the lifting requirement? (limit characters)
5. Appointment to this position is subject to a two year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights. Are you willing to serve a two year probationary period? (limit characters)
6. This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time. Are you willing and able to travel away from your permanent duty station up to 10% of the time? (limit characters)
7. Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance for access to Depot Production Computer System. Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for access to Depot Production Computer System?
 
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8. Wearing of (PPE) personal protective equipment and clothing, e.g., sound suppressors, protective clothing, respirators, safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, etc. is required. Must maintain all medical standards associated with requirements. Are you willing and able to wear protective equipment and clothing, e.g., sound suppressors, protective clothing, respirators, safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, etc. as required for this position?
 
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Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in an Environmental Engineer position with Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Environmental Engineer in the Federal Service.
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2. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Environmental Engineer at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
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3. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Environmental Engineer at the GS-09 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
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4. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Environmental Engineer at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
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5. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Environmental Engineer at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
6. Serve as program manager for environmental programs to provide oversight of projects.
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7. Perform engineering survey work at designated hazardous waste sites.
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8. Provide advice to management in the formulation and implementation of new projects, policies and procedures.
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9. Determine if all provisions and safe guards are included in job specifications.
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10. Provide engineering service for the design and construction of air and water pollution control systems, and hazardous waste handling facilities.
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11. Assure technical adequacy of installation plans for compliance with local, Federal, State and agency environmental laws, regulations, and directives.
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12. Participate in meetings with State and Federal regulators concerning environmental compliance.
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13. Provide technical advice on permit requirements to ensure environmental compliance.
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14. Advise management on compliance issues that may affect the mission.
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15. Conduct environmental assessments to provide alternatives and predict possible consequences for management in decision-making.
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16. Evaluate facilities to determine need for modernization, alteration, and repair.
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17. Perform engineering work related to design, operation, and improvement of systems, processes and equipment for pollution prevention, disposal of solid waste, and management of hazardous waste for off-site disposal.
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18. Participate in field investigations and material sampling with staff.
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19. Troubleshoot environmental problems to resolve issues.
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20. Review specifications to assure environmental regulatory requirements are in compliance.
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21. Prepare engineering specifications and cost estimates for the purchase or construction of environmental control equipment and process control equipment.
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22. Prepare quality reports, such as annual emissions inventories, compliance certifications and quarterly emission reports.
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23. Identify discrepancies and inadequacies in technical reports.
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24. Recommend changes in plans and specifications as required.
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25. Conduct oral briefings and written reports to document environmental investigation findings.
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26. Prepare environmental reports for appropriate agencies.
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27. Conduct surveys to identify pollutants.
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28. Monitor effectiveness of environmental programs.
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29. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
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