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Position Title
Supervisory Irrigation System Operator
Agency
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Announcement Number
ST-24-12423060-CAWX-KL Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 to Tuesday, December 31, 2024
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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3. Were you formerly employed as a Federal civilian employee on a permanent competitive appointment or did you obtain career-conditional status (and are within 3 years of the date of separation or are a preference eligible) and have you never held the full performance level of this position?

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Are you currently employed as a Federal civilian employee in the Competitive Service and have you never held the full performance level of this position?

To verify your eligibility as a current or former Federal civilian employee, you must submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status. Your SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:

• career or career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
• status in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1).
 
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4. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:

• have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,
• are retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service, member 4) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
 
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5. This position is subject to the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (25 U.S.C. 472), which affords employment preference to qualified Native American candidates.  Proof of eligibility, in the form of a completed Verification of Indian Preference, BIA - 4432 Form, must be provided with your application by the closing date to be granted such preference.  

Are you claiming Indian Preference, and submitting your BIA-4432 Form?
 
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6. 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; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
 
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7. Are you a current or former employee of a land management agency (Forest Service; Bureau of Land Management; National Park Service; Fish and Wildlife Service; Bureau of Indian Affairs; or Bureau of Reclamation) who:
• was originally hired to a time-limited position under a competitive appointment; and,
• served one or more time-limited appointments at a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and,
• performed at an acceptable level of service during each period of service; and,
• if no longer employed by the land management agency, have been separated for no more than two years, and departed that position in good standing.

To verify your eligibility, you must provide a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) and performance appraisal that demonstrates you meet the requirements outlined in the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act.
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8. Do you wish to be considered as a Military Spouse?

To be eligible for appointment under this authority, you must be the spouse of one of the following:

Active Duty Spouse

  • Includes all spouses of members of the armed forces on active duty
  • Spouses do not have to relocate with active duty spouse

Based on 100% Disability - As a military spouse, you may be eligible to be considered under this authority if:

  • The military member was retired under Chapter 61 of title 10, United States Code with a 100% disability rating from the military; or
  • Was released from active duty and has a disability rating of 100% from the Department of Veterans' Affairs or the military department.

Note: There is no geographic limitation under this category. You will be required to provide documentation of your spouse's disability.

Based on Service Member's Death - As the military spouse, you may be eligible if the military member was killed while on active duty (it does not have to be combat related), and you have not remarried.

Note: There is no geographic limitation in this category. You will be required to provide documentation on the death of the spouse and your marital status at the time of death.


In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. For more information regarding Military Spouse, see here.

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9. Are you currently employed as a Federal civilian employee in the Competitive Service at the same grade level as this position or higher with the same or higher promotion potential?

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Were you formerly employed as a Federal civilian employee on a permanent competitive appointment or have you obtained career-conditional status (and are within 3 years of the date of separation or are a preference eligible) and have you held the same grade as this position or higher with the same or higher promotion potential?

To verify your eligibility as a current or former Federal civilian employee, you must submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status. Your SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect: 
• career or career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
• status in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1).
 
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10. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment?

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
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11. Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you:

• served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (Note: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,

• are entitled to veterans' preference?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
 
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12. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:

• recently separated (within the past 3 years);
• are a disabled veteran;
• served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition; OR,
• received an Armed Forces Service Medal?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
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Other
1. This position requires a valid driver's license. Do you possess a current, valid driver's license? (limit characters)
2. My performance is at an acceptable level, and I am not serving under a Notice of Opportunity to Demonstrate Acceptable Performance (NODAP) or equivalent plan to improve my performance. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Supervisory Irrigation System Operator position with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. (limit characters)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Supervisory Irrigation System Operator GS-0301-9 (limit characters)
1. Carefully read the following descriptions of experience and education. Select the answer that best describes your qualifications for this Supervisory Irrigation System Operator position at the GS-9 grade level. Make sure your application submission supports the response that you select. (limit characters)
Incumbent may be required to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle in the performance of duties; therefore, a valid driver's license is required. Incumbent must have a safe driving record within the three-year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607 and be able to meet the safe driving requirements of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. (limit characters)
2. Do you possess a valid State Driver's License?
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For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or education. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Explain operating procedures, conditions, and problems relating to irrigation delivery schedules.
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4. Communicate with water users involving maintenance and water delivery.
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5. Work effectively with a diverse group to address complex and controversial issues.
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6. Develop and maintain effective and productive relationships with others to successfully complete daily tasks.
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7. Resolve water disputes as it pertains to Irrigation Operations, maintenance, and water delivery.
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8. Maintain contact with water user for various assignments and water usage.
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9. Identify methods to improve efficiencies.
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10. Apply knowledge of Irrigation Project policies and regulations sufficient to provide regulatory interpretations.
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11. Develop plans to correct or improve compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
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12. Identify methods to improve compliance with policies and internal controls.
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13. Identify potential irrigation policy violations.
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14. Utilize the federal procurement process to obtain needed materials and supplies.
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15. Identify and prioritize construction and maintenance needs of irrigation storage, transmission, and delivery systems.
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16. Review projects to determine maintenance, repair, replacement options, priorities, and requirements.
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17. Perform research to obtain costs, scheduling options, and performance data for management reports.
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18. Establish short-term goals for an aging irrigation infrastructure.
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19. Establish long-term goals for an aging irrigation infrastructure.
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20. Develop project plans and technical specifications for construction and maintenance of new or improved irrigation facilities.
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21. Monitor programs, projects, operations, or activities to ensure short and long-term goals are met.
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22. Direct a maintenance and preventative maintenance program for a large fleet of vehicles and construction equipment.
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23. Direct a maintenance and preventative maintenance program for an extensive irrigation system of water control structures, and measurement devices.
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24. Coordinate resources to complete construction projects within time and budget constraints.
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25. Provide technical guidance to irrigation system operation personnel in an effort to maximize efficiency and ensure the functionality of irrigation infrastructure.
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26. Provide technical guidance on the proper and safe use of equipment and OSHA regulation compliance.
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27. Oversee utilization of flow measurement instrumentation (e.g. flumes, weirs, acoustic doppler devices, and electromagnetic and propeller flow meters) and compile water diversion and delivery data.
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28. Interpret construction specifications and design drawings.
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29. Establish and oversee a pesticide application/weed control program.
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30. Serve as a technical advisor on internal control systems to ensure protection against waste, fraud, and abuse.
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31. Recommend necessary maintenance and schedules required repairs.
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32. Use automated systems e.g. word processors, spreadsheets, etc. to calculate flow measurements, duty schedules, etc.
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33. Track maintenance activities; enter work orders; generate reports; and update property inventories; etc. using automated systems.
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34. Track irrigation operation; maintenance assessments; and accounts using automated systems e.g. NIIMS (National Irrigation Information Management System).
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35. Develop and maintain complex spreadsheet calculators.
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36. Develop reports and narratives using computer systems.
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37. Utilize standard office equipment e.g. telephone, fax, photocopier, scanner, and calculator in the performance of daily duties.
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38. Utilize automated maintenance system e.g., MAXIMO to manage work orders.
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VERIFICATION STATEMENT I certify that, 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 that 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 that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position. (limit characters)
39. Failure to agree to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. (limit characters)