- Position Title
- Dam Operator Supervisor
- Agency
- Bureau of Reclamation
- Announcement Number
- BOR-CGB-25-DE-12721043-CB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, April 7, 2025 to Monday, April 21, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
To claim CTAP eligibility, please confirm:
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in The Department of the Interior with CTAP eligibility?
To claim CTAP eligibility, please confirm:
- You are a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? AND
- 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.
- Your agency notice, such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice; AND
- Your most recent annual performance appraisal rating of record; AND
- Your most recent SF-50, or equivalent personnel action, noting current position, grade level, and duty location.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in The Department of the Interior with CTAP eligibility?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)
To claim ICTAP eligibility, please confirm:
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than The Department of the Interior?
To claim ICTAP eligibility, please confirm:
- You are a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? AND
- 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.
- Your agency notice, such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice; AND
- Your most recent annual performance appraisal rating of record; AND
- Your most recent SF-50, or equivalent personnel action, noting current position, grade level, and duty location.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than The Department of the Interior?
Preferences
1.
Certificates of Eligible Applicants for this position may be shared with other Federal agencies at their request. This may include other Offices within the Bureau of Reclamation, other Bureaus within the Department of the Interior, and/or other Federal agencies. If your information is shared with another office/bureau/agency, you will be notified. Do you authorize the sharing of your information with other Federal agencies? If you respond "No" to this question, your information will not be shared and you will not be considered for employment by the requesting agency.
You WILL NOT be considered for this announcement if you fail to submit ALL the applicable required documentation in the announcement (i.e. transcripts,DD-214's, SF-15, VA letter, SF-50's, PE Registration, etc.) by the CLOSING DATE of this announcement. Please call the Human Resources Office phone number listed on this announcement for clarification or further information.
To verify your claimed eligibility to apply for this position vacancy, you must submit all supporting documentations outlined in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.
2.
I understand this is NOT a remote position.
Conditions of Employment
If selected, you will be subject to an initial suitability review, determined by a background investigation.
1.
If selected, you are required to obtain and successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination by a licensed physician certifying to your ability to perform the duties of the position. This is not required if a comparable examination was required for placement in your current position and was completed within the last year; however, verifiable documentation of a comparable physical is required. Periodic (annual or biennial) physical examinations are required to be successfully passed for continued employment. Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment physical as described above as part of your employment?
2.
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
3.
Provide your driver's license number, state in which issued, and expiration date of license.
(limit 100 characters)
4.
This position is designated as a Non-Sensitive/Low Risk position. It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated SF85 Background Investigation (T1 or equivalent) that is current (within the last 5 years). This is a condition of employment.
Are you willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation which 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 you willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation which 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?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Dam Operator Supervisor position with Department of the Interior. 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.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
1.
From the description below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education and/or training in performing the Dam Operator Supervisor duties without more than normal supervision.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
You must obtain or possess obtain and maintain a current Forklift Operator's license, State Herbicide
license, Fixed Crane certification, Rigger certification, various Dam Tenders certification
courses and a valid CPR and First Aid certificate. Failure to meet certification requirements
could result in adverse consequences. Are you willing to obtain and maintain the above mentioned licenses or certifications?
license, Fixed Crane certification, Rigger certification, various Dam Tenders certification
courses and a valid CPR and First Aid certificate. Failure to meet certification requirements
could result in adverse consequences. Are you willing to obtain and maintain the above mentioned licenses or certifications?
3.
This position is required to work a rotating weekend and holiday schedule. Are you willing to work this schedule if you are selected for this position?
4.
Select the answer that defines your ability to independently lift and carry, load and unload heavy objects. You must pass a pre-employment physical exam for this position.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Repairing electrically/hydraulically controlled dam gates, control valves, or other related equipment.
6.
Accurately assesses and reports conditions to the operations supervisor for major repairs beyond the scope of normal maintenance.
7.
Repairs and alterations to the dam superstructure including doors, windows, siding, roofs, and walkways. Plans and lays out work from blueprints, drawings, and verbal instructions.
8.
Maintenance on the gate operating machinery and the stand-by generator.
9.
Lubricating the machinery, adjusting and calibrating gauges and displays, adjusting or replacing worn components, and cleaning the machinery.
10.
Routinely operates a motor vehicle in the accomplishment of assignments.
11.
Maintains and repairs fences, gates, and security wire.
12.
Select the response(s) that describe the manual task(s) you have performed without supervision as a regular part of your job. (Regular means on a recurring basis.)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Understands and utilizes all applicable safety procedures and regulations.
14.
Removes and disposes of debris trapped upstream of the dam to prevent damage to the operating gates or to the structure of the dam.
15.
Select the type(s) of structures on which you have performed general maintenance duties.
16.
Elaborate on your answer to the previous question (i.e. identifying the specific structures you have worked on). Also, indicate where this is reflected on your resume, but do not paste your resume here.
(limit 500 characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Uses axes, shovels, brush cutters, power saws, engine driven string trimmers, and other tools as required.
18.
Uses engine driven snow blowers, shovels, and ice choppers to remove snow and ice from the vicinity of the dam.
19.
From the choices below, indicate the areas in which you have experience or training performing in water deliveries.
20.
Elaborate on your answer to the previous question (i.e. identifying the specific structures you have worked on). Also, indicate where this is reflected on your resume, but do not paste your resume here.
(limit 500 characters)
21.
Select the equipment you have operated as a regular part of your job.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
22.
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.