Research Interdisciplinary

Summary About the Position: This position located at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL), Office of Technical Directors in Vicksburg, MS. Responsibilities Associate Technical Director (ATD) serves as assistant to the Technical Director (TD) leading ERDC in navigation research and development." Assist in the development and/or generation and/or application of theories, principles, practical concepts, and processes related to: the physical sciences, geology, engineering and the other traditional science/engineering disciplines. Assist with preparation of reports and technology-transfer products, including writing sections of some reports using writing skills developed through English composition or literature coursework or technical writing experience. Ability to direct and manage aspects of projects and tests. Development of physical science disciplines, advanced mathematics and critical inquiry and scientific methodology. Establish and maintain good working relationships with other agencies. Developing, marketing and managing Research and Development (R and D) programs. Developing, marketing and managing reimbursable studies through the Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (CHL). Assisting with ERDC leadership for the Navigation business line; managing relationships with principal sponsors. Assist in managing and administering execution of work in the Civil Works Research and Development Area. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 10-Point Other Veterans' Rating Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Disabled Veteran w/ a Service-Connected Disability, More than 10%, Less than 30% Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Education Requirement for 1301, 1350 Series: General Physical Science Series, 1301 (opm.gov) Basic Education Requirement for 0801, 0810, 0830, 0850 Series: Basic Education Requirements for 0808 series: In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the DB-3 (GS-11/12) grade level in the Federal service includes experience in includes Developing and/or coordinating with technical leads on various project plans such as: construction, information technology implementation, or research; Monitoring program and/or project execution for construction, information technology, and/or research efforts; and Assisting the development and/or monitoring contracting actions. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Oral Communication Organizational Awareness Research Technical Competence Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-9). Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a CP 18 Engineer Career Field position Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit for more information. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. Eligible for situational telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework". This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be used to fill like vacancies for up to 180 days after the closing date.