Civil Engineer

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These positions report to the BLM Central California District Office out of Marina, CA and the BLM Bakersfield Field Office located in Bakersfield, CA. Information about the locations can be found linked.

We expect to fill 2vacancies at this time; additional positions may be filled if they become available.

Selective Placement Factor for the GS-12 Grade Level: This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factor(s) will be rated not qualified:

• Must possess current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) that is accepted and has reciprocity throughout the United States. Proof of such license must be submitted at the time of application.

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.

In addition to the basic entry requirement identified, applicants must also meet specialized experience requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade of the position to be filled.

To qualify for the GS-07 grade level, In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level that is similar in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: and assisting with the review of engineering design plans and/or specifications for accuracy; learning to prepare design features for civil works projects, such as contract plans, specifications, and as-built drawings; and collaborating with personnel from various organizations to complete assigned projects.

• OR - Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology, may be accepted in lieu of a degree in engineering

• OR- Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate graduate education. Graduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.- OR - Superior Academic Achievement (See OPM's General Policies, Application of Qualification Standards Section 4.f.) S.A.A. must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.

To qualify for the GS-09 grade level, In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level that is similar in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Assisting in providing engineering, construction, and maintenance expertise for the layout, location, and design of roads, buildings, wells, pipelines, dams, and culverts; Assisting in preparation of cost and time estimates for civil construction and maintenance projects; Determining whether civil construction progress complies with contracts through inspection; Operating automated drafting, mapping, GPS, GIS, and other software to complete professional civil drawings.

• OR- Education: 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree.

• OR- A combination of specialized experience and/ or graduate education equaling 100% of the total specialized experience needed for this position.

To qualify for the GS-11 grade level, In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level that is similar in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Providing engineering, construction, and maintenance expertise for the layout, location, and design of roads, buildings, wells, pipelines, dams, and culverts; Preparing cost and time estimates for civil construction and maintenance projects; Determining whether civil construction progress complies with contracts through inspection; Operating automated drafting, mapping, global positioning system (GPS), geographic information system (GIS) and other software to complete professional civil drawings.

• OR- Education: 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree related to occupation.

• OR- A combination of specialized experience and/ or graduate education equaling 100% of the total specialized experience needed for this position.

To qualify for the GS-12 grade level, in addition to meeting the education requirement identified above, applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 in the Federal Service. Examples of specialized experience may include: serving as a senior staff specialist performing engineering work in construction & maintenance programs for building, recreation, bridges, major structures, roads, etc.; designing & preparing project plans & specifications, establishing inspection requirements, developing hazard reduction program, providing engineering expertise & technical guidance on various topics.

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.

You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Physical Demands: The work consists of both office and field related work. Field work will require lifting moderately heavy objects under 50 pounds; long periods of standing, walking, or driving over rough, rocky, uneven, and hazardous terrain; crouching or crawling in restricted areas such as confined spaces, culverts, mines, and tunnels; and climbing fences, walls, and ladders.

Work Environment: The field work involves regular and recurring exposure to high risks, discomforts, and unpleasantness such as: high noise levels and hazardous materials; dust and auto exhaust; climbing through confined space areas; high winds and high or low temperatures; adverse weather conditions; flammable liquids; and heights over 100 feet above the ground.

The employee must apply a wide range of safety precautions under uncontrolled conditions and must use protective clothing and gear as necessary. Temperatures can fall in extreme ranges. Rain and snow are common in the winter. On-site work includes various types of construction in remote areas.