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Position Title: SENIOR RESEACHER SCIENTIST (ENVIRONMENTAL)
Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Announcement Number: DA-2023-JLA-12117557 Opens in new window
Open Period: Friday, September 8, 2023 to Thursday, September 28, 2023

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1. Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.

A. 0401 - General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences

B. 0801 - General Engineering

C. 1301 - General Physical Science

D. 1515 - Operations Research

E. 1520 - Mathematics

Veteran's Preference is not applicable to Scientific and Professional positions.

To meet the eligibility requirements for this position, you must answer the following questions in addition to your qualification questions. Failure to do so, will result in an "ineligible" rating.

1. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A pre-employment and recurring comprehensive background investigation that includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates, and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service are required. Are you willing to undergo pre-employment and recurring investigations to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance as required?

A. Yes

B. No

2. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. Are you willing to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and submit to a pre-employment drug screening and random testing thereafter to obtain and maintain employment in this position?

A. Yes

B. No

Thank you for your interest in this Senior Research Scientist (Enviromental) position with the Department of the Army. We will evaluate your resume, Senior Professional Qualifications (SPQs), your Technical Qualification(s) (TQs), education requirements (if necessary) and your responses to this assessment questionnaire to determine if you were among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.")

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

1. I have experience that involves: in planning, directing and executing basic and applied research in the field of environmental science in the topic areas of biology, hydrology, limnology, oceanography, water quality, nutrient and contaminant fate/transport, population, community and ecosystem ecology, chemistry, geology, toxicology risk assessment, soil science and climatology. This includes the experience in developing mathematical models and numerical methods that are informed by carefully planned and executed field and laboratory investigations.

If yes, you MUST submit TQ providing specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments as stated in the job announcement (Limit 1 page per TQ). Failure to do so, will result in an 'ineligible' rating.

A. Yes

B. No

2. I have experience that involves: in developing and executing large programs in support of environmental science research. This includes leading programs in a technical area which involves a broad technical scope and consists of projects ranging from basic science to technology demonstration. Demonstrated ability to build diverse collaborative teams and provide leadership in environmental science that affect maneuver support in complex environments, military installation ecosystem management, aquatic plant control, and natural and nature based features.

If yes, you MUST submit TQ providing specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments as stated in the job announcement (Limit 1 page per TQ). Failure to do so, will result in an 'ineligible' rating.

A. Yes

B. No

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

3. The 0401 occupation has specific educational requirements which apply to all positions. From the options below, select the one which describes your educational background. Education must have been completed in a U.S. college, university, or other educational institution that has been accredited by one of the accrediting agencies or associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

A. Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

B. Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above plus appropriate experience or additional education. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

C. I do not meet any of the above.

4. The 0801 occupation has specific educational requirements which apply to all positions. From the options below, select the one which describes your educational background. Education above high school level must have been completed in a U.S. college, university, or other educational institution that has been accredited by one of the accredited agencies or associations recognized by the Secretary, U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts are required at the time of application.

A. Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor’s degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.

B. Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: 1 .Professional registration or licensure -- Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT) 1, or licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. Absent other means of qualifying under this standard, those applicants who achieved such registration by means other than written test (e.g., State grandfather or eminence provisions) are eligible only for positions that are within or closely related to the specialty field of their registration. For example, an applicant who attains registration through a State Board's eminence provision as a manufacturing engineer typically would be rated eligible only for manufacturing engineering positions. 2. Written Test -- Evidence of having successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) 2 examination or any other written test required for professional 2 registration by an engineering licensure board in the various States, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico. 3. Specified academic courses -- Successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and that included the courses specified in the basic requirements under paragraph A. The courses must be fully acceptable toward meeting the requirements of an engineering program as described in paragraph A. 4. Related curriculum -- Successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific field, e.g., engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology, may be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree in engineering, provided the applicant has had at least 1 year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. Ordinarily there should be either an established plan of intensive training to develop professional engineering competence, or several years of prior professional engineering-type experience, e.g., in interdisciplinary positions.

C. I do not possess the education described above.

5. The 1301 occupation has specific educational requirements which apply to all positions. From the options below, select the one which describes your educational background. Education must have been completed in a U.S. college, university, or other educational institution that has been accredited by one of the accrediting agencies or associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

A. Degree: 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. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

B. B. Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors 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. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

C. I do not meet any of the above.

6. The 1515 occupation has specific educational requirements which apply to all positions. From the options below, select the one which describes your educational background. Education must have been completed in a U.S. college, university, or other educational institution that has been accredited by one of the accrediting agencies or associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

A. Degree: in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF THE APPLICATION.

B. Combination of education and experience -- course work equivalent to a major as shown in A above, the rigorous methods of scientific inquiry and analysis rather than in the subject matter of the problem. Therefore, applicants should have sufficient knowledge of applied mathematics to understand and use the fundamental concepts and techniques of operations research methods of analysis. In addition, some positions may require knowledge of a specific subject area. Courses acceptable for qualifying for operations research positions may have been taken in departments other than Operations Research, e.g., Engineering (usually Industrial Engineering), Science, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or Management Science. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

C. I do not meet any of the above.

7. The 1520 occupation has specific educational requirements which apply to all positions. From the options below, select the one which describes your educational background. Education must have been completed in a U.S. college, university, or other educational institution that has been accredited by one of the accrediting agencies or associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

A. Degree: in mathematics; or the equivalent of a major that included at least 24 semester hours in mathematics. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF THE APPLICATION.

B. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in mathematics (including at least 24 semester hours in mathematics), as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF THE APPLICATION.

C. I do not meet any of the above.

SENIOR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

8. Select the one statement below that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work in the position of Senior Research Scientist (Enviromental).

A. I possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with key management, professional and scientific personnel; advise and consult on scientific and technological programs and problems; and, serve as an effective spokesperson for the organization both nationally and internationally. If yes, you MUST submit the Senior Professional Qualification found in the job announcement(Limit 1 page). Failure to do so, will result in an 'ineligible' rating.

B. I do not possess the experience described above.

9. Select the one statement below that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work in the position of Senior Research Scientist (Enviromental).

A. I have stature in the profession as indicated by memberships and activity in professional and scientific societies, honors, awards, and other recognition and leadership in national and international scientific communities. Contributions and professional reputation as evidenced by citations, patents, and/or publications which advance knowledge in the field. If yes, you MUST submit the Senior Professional Qualification found in the job announcement. (Limit 1 page). Failure to do so, will result in an 'ineligible' rating.

B. I do not possess the experience described above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

10. I possess knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.

A. Yes

B. No

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

11. I certify, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand, if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand, any information I give may be investigated. I understand, I will not be considered for employment if I do not respond "Yes" to this certification item.

A. Yes

B. No

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