Job Description

SummaryReclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Engineering Technician. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.Duty Location: Boulder City, NevadaOverview

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Open & closing dates07/18/2024 to 08/01/2024Salary$74,050 - $96,263 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 11Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes\xe2\x80\x94as determined by the agency policy.Travel Required25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential11Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processAnnouncement numberBOR-LCB-24-DE-12483801-MWControl number800548300This job is open toClarification from the agencyU.S. Citizens and U.S. NationalsVideosDutiesThis position works as an Engineering Technician with extensive experience working on a wide range of substantive, complex work assignments aligned with professional engineering and architecture fields. Serves as primary source for computer aided design (CAD) for the Engineering Services Office, Analysis/Design Civil/Construction Management Group.-Develops, prepares, and/or reviews plans, specifications, and cost estimates for construction and/or proposed/ongoing projects.
-Reviews designs for compliance with current industry practices and ensures designs fit field conditions; suggests modifications when issues are identified.
-Utilizes automated engineering drafting and design systems and applications.
-Uses a variety of contracting processes to provide engineering oversight for construction, architecture, or engineering contracts.
-Validates data used for and loaded into electronic/automated design and records management applications. Provides technical oversight in ensuring data integrity.
-Performs cost analysis reviews.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
You must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
You must submit a resume and supporting documentation (see Required Documents).
You must submit eligibility documents for veterans consideration (see Required Documents).
You must meet any minimum education and/or experience requirements (see Qualifications).
You must maintain a valid State Driver\'s License at all times as the position requires operation of government vehicles on government and public roads. Failure to maintain a valid State Driver\'s License at all times will result in removal from the position.
You will be required to obtain a successful pre-employment physical examination by a licensed physician certifying your ability to perform the duties of this position. A physical exam may not be required if a comparable agency approved examination was performed within the last 12 months. The cost of the exam will be reimbursed by the agency.QualificationsIn order to be rated as qualified for this position, the HR Office must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement - this information must be clearly supported in the resume.To qualify at the GS-11, you must possess one year of full-time work experience, specialize experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-10 level in federal service having demonstrated experience.GS-11 Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one full year of full-time work experience. Specialized experience is defined as experience performing the following: 1) Advanced skills with using AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent software to create engineering drawings like plan and profile drawings, and engineered drawing plan sets; 2) Calculating material quantities and preparing engineering costs estimates; and 3) Leading design projects and collaborating closely with engineers and provides expertise in design codes and compliance standards.A firm understanding and ability to utilize AutoCAD or similar software is strongly desired for this position.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.Your resume must clearly reflect the experience/education listed above. In determining qualifications, the Human Resources specialist may not make assumptions. If your resume does not clearly reflect the required experience/education, your application will be marked as ineligible.Selective Placement Factor: This position requires a current, valid state issued Driver\'s License. Failure to provide proof of such license will cause you to be rated ineligible for this position.You must meet all requirements, including any selective placement factors if applicable, by 08/01/2024.This position is being advertised concurrently to the status candidates under vacancy announcement BOR-LCB-24-MP-12483800-MW. Applicants interested in applying under both announcement numbers, must submit application packages for each job announcement.EducationThis position does not allow substituting education for experience.Additional informationProbationary Period: You may be required to serve an initial probationary period. Current, permanent Federal employees who are selected from this announcement may be required to serve a probationary period.
Telework: Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and you may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval. Full-Time Telework or Remote work is not available.
E-Verify: DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including applicant rights and responsibilities, please visit
Background Investigation: This position is designated as a MODERATE RISK Public Trust position. It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated Public Trust Suitability Background Investigation (T2S or T2RS or equivalent) that is current (within the last 5 years). This is a condition of employment.
Selective Service Registration: Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify registration with the Selective Service System or that the applicant is exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Go to:
Bargaining Unit Status: This is a bargaining unit position represented by a Union.
Condition of Employment: Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain the appropriate credentials to serve as COR as a condition of employment. The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain an appropriate Federal Acquisitions Certification (FAC)level and to hold and maintain a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) credentials to serve as COR as a condition of employment. Level of required certification will be determined based on the needs of the organization.
Driver\'s License Requirement: If, selected you must maintain a valid State Driver\'s License at all times as the position requires operation of government vehicles on government and public roads. Failure to maintain a valid State Driver\'s License at all times will result in removal from the position.
Relocation: Permanent Change of Station travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Government. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee.Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments .

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