SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER

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The primary purpose of this position is to exercise first level supervisory and managerial authorities over the Program Development Element in the Engineering Flight in the Civil Engineer Squadron.

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In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for General Engineering Series 0801.

Basic Requirement: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in Engineering.

To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.

NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts OR Combination of Education and Experience: College-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering.

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NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience includes professional knowledge of engineering concepts, principles, and practices applicable to facility design.

Knowledge of design and construction practices and techniques in establishing design parameters and preparing project justifications and specifications.

Knowledge of drafting techniques and conventions and drafting skills sufficient to convey design concepts and ideas and formulate working drawings.

Familiarity with related fields of work such as electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil engineering sufficient to ensure that areas of overlapping responsibilities receive proper design considerations.

Skill in technical writing sufficient to develop solutions to problems such as procedures and methods of installation of material, extent or scope of work to be performed, quality of materials to be installed, and acceptable levels of workmanship.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible.

One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.

Professional knowledge of a broad range of engineering concepts, principles, practices, techniques, and methods in building design and construction process, and an extensive familiarity with engineering disciplines; knowledge of aesthetic and functional design techniques; preparation of preliminary drawings, sketches, and construction drawings; and a broad range of architectural and construction standards, methods, practices, techniques, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations.

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Knowledge of a broad range of program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control and budget systems, and management; work classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated and non-appropriated funds; and automated data processing concepts, systems capabilities, and economic usage to effectively accomplish assigned functions.

3. Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. 4.

Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend timely and economical solutions. 5.

Ability to plan, lead, and record site/facility surveys and inspections. 6.

Ability to plan, lead and organize work and coordinate with other engineering disciplines; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and maintain good working relations.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

Leads technical and professional staff in developing and recommending programs and development plans for new construction, renovation, and improvements of real property facilities including utility systems, utilizing a professional knowledge of engineering.

Works with organizational managers, budget personnel, and engineering/architectural authorities to develop and gain approval for proposed facility programs/projects.

Coordinates projects with other engineers in a variety of disciplines or with architects.

Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.