Supervisory Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist
What you'd do
This position is in Region 3, Water Division, Wetlands Branch. About this organization: Region 3 This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.
Major duties
You will: Direct the Wetlands Branch by developing goals and objectives that integrate the objectives of the organization and program. Supervise assigned staff by counseling them on established policies and procedures to ensure compliance. Represent the organizational unit and Agency by establishing, developing, and maintaining effective working relationships with internal regional and headquarters partners, and with external partners and stakeholders at the local, state, and federal levels, communicates the permit program's positions within established policy, and resolves coordination issues. You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.
What you need to qualify
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-15 level, you must have 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level defined as leading and managing an organizational unit, including planning, and directing, to achieve program goals and ensure compliance with regulations; executing staff selection and evaluation, resolving grievances, and fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment; and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders and addressing complex issues to enhance organizational effectiveness. You will need the following competencies in order to perform the duties of this position successfully: Planning and Evaluating* Technical Knowledge (Related to Position)* Administration and Management* Interpersonal Skills Supervisory and Leadership Judgement Oral Communication *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, AmeriCorps) 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.
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