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INTERDISCIPLINARY PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Department of the Air Force

Posted today
Secret
Unspecified
Unspecified
kingsley, OR (On-Site/Office)

Duties

As a INTERDISCIPLINARY PHYSICAL SCIENCE, GS-1301-11, this position is located in the Base Environmental Management Office implementing the program established by the installation Environmental Engineer at ANG units with flying missions and non-flying missions such as Civil Engineering Red Horse Units, Combat Readiness Training Centers, and Geographically Separated Units with regional geographical responsibilities.

1. Upon direction from the installation Environmental Manager, assists with the overall management of a complex, highly technical environmental management and protection program and serves as a technical expert on DoD, AF, ANG, EPA state specific environmental laws and regulations. Environmental Management duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: (1) Hazardous Waste Management; (2) Storm Water Management and Control; (3) Air Quality; (4) Water Quality; (5) Pollution Prevention; (6) Green Procurement; (7) Environmental Restoration Program (ERP); (8) Cultural and Natural Resources Management; (9) Spill Prevention and Response; (10) Environmental Management System; (11) Environmental Impact Analysis Program (EIAP) Management; and (12) Qualified Recycling Program Management. Plans, designs, and administers installation environmental projects. Ensures environmental permits reasonable for the type of waste stream and chemical analysis is performed in accordance with permit requirements. Performs continuous liaison with environmental regulators to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Resolves controversial issues with appropriate regulatory authorities, making technical decisions and approving changes when necessary. (30%)

2. Implements environmental program plans which include, but are not limited to (1) Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan; (2) Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP); (3) Hazardous Waste Management Plan (HWMP); (4) Air Emissions Inventory (AEI); (5) Green Procurement Plan (GPP); (6) Integrated Pest Management Plan; (7) Refrigerant Management Plan; (8) Cultural or Natural Resources Management Plans; (9) Environmental Management System (EMS) Plans; and (10) Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan. (30%)

3. May serve as an active member of the installation Design Working Group (DWG) and/or Facilities Utilization Board (FUB) accomplishing short term and long range planning in conjunction with Civil Engineering for future military construction and renovation projects. Responsible for ensuring all necessary environmental permits for related construction projects are obtained and necessary plans developed and implemented. (20%)

4. In accordance with the Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP) statutory requirements, the incumbent is responsible for evaluating the environmental impact of construction and renovation projects. Facilitates the decision making process ensuring due consideration is given to the natural environment, social, political, economic, and governance factors and provides a holistic frame work designed for the achievement of sustainable outcomes. (20%)

5. Performs other duties as assigned.

*The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties. For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialists at the bottom of the announcement.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
  • Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
  • This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 days per year unless approved in advance by the TAG.
  • May be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
Qualifications

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
Area 1: All on board permanent and indefinite T5 federal employees within the Oregon National Guard
Area 2: All on board permanent and indefinite T32 federal technicians within the Oregon National Guard
Area 3: All current non-permanent technicians/employees (T5 and T32) of the Oregon National Guard
Area 4: All current and former members of the Oregon National Guard (former members must provide documentation showing membership in the Oregon National Guard such as an NGB 22 or DD214)
Area 5: U.S. citizens

GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Work involves professional work in the physical sciences when there is no other more appropriate series, or work in a combination of physical science fields, with no one predominant. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown under education that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Physical Demands: The work requires regular and recurring field inspections, investigations or surveys, requiring walking, stooping, bending, lifting and climbing. For example the incumbent may be required to move and physically inspect drums of hazardous waste material for proper packaging and markings.

Work Environment: The work is typically performed in an office environment that is adequately lighted and climate controlled. However, site visits regularly expose the incumbent to moderate risks, discomforts, and unpleasantness such as: high noise levels, infectious materials, or toxic or irritating chemicals; dust; aircraft exhaust; inclement weather; noxious fumes; flammable liquids; etc. Work may be performed during both daytime and night time hours in unlighted or dimly lighted areas. Special safety precautions such as protective clothing and gear are necessary.

Supervisory Controls: Receives general supervision and assignments from the installation Environmental Program Manager are in terms of broad functional responsibilities, goals, and objectives. Individual projects or work to be done, priorities and deadlines are established by the employee in consultation with the supervisor. Work is normally accepted as technically accurate but subjected to review upon completion for achievement of objectives, conformance to policy, and compatibility with the work of other installation organizations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.

If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims.

Additional information

Veterans Preference Applicants: Veterans' preference will be validated by reviewing submitted documentation. Acceptable documentation may be:

1. A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under
honorable conditions.

2. A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed.

3. You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online.

4. If claiming 10 point preference, you will need to submit a Standard Form, SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference."

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

The following applies to Bargaining Unit Positions:
Bargaining unit positions within the Oregon National Guard are represented by AFGE, local 2986 (AFL-CIO).
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