Clarification from the agency

This position is open to Area of Consideration (AOC) 1 Only. Please refer to AOC definitions under the Qualifications Section.

This position is located in the Civil Engineering activity at an ANG flying base which supports on base tenants and detached units. Its purpose is to serve as the architect/engineer responsible for design and construction programs under the base civil engineer. Directs subordinates engaged in technical and clerical work related to programming, design, construction management, and master planning

-- The incumbent manages the base comprehensive planning process which involves, through coordination with base and tenant units, the identification and development of short and long-range programs for maintenance, repair and construction of facilities, and systems for base military organizations which includes administrative and special purpose buildings, utility systems, and airfield facilities/systems.
-- Maintains, updates and submits base master plan on functional and architectural compatibility of proposed changes within the parameters identified by the base comprehensive (master) plan.
-- Meets with base organizations to identify priorities from their proposed projects. Establishes overall base project priority listing and presents for approval at facility board meetings.
-- Develops budgets, project books, project forms, and other programming documents for base operations, maintenance, repair, and construction programs.
-- Performs or oversees the performance of site surveys and investigations to determine feasibility of proposed projects, topography, and essential site configurations; or (for additions and renovations) conditions of structure and essential data prior to initiating designs. Evaluates data obtained, incorporating relevant features into design consideration and solutions. Meets or contacts local utility companies to assure design considerations include proper utility hookups for new construction and renovations.
-- Identifies most economical and efficient procedures for design of base construction projects. Prepares and oversees the preparation of architectural/engineering drawings, specifications, and comprehensive cost estimates covering a broad range of complex facilities and utility systems for all areas of support of the ANG base, which includes airfield pavement, fire detection and suppression systems, intrusion detection systems, lighting systems, roads and parking areas, utilities (electrical and mechanical), fuel storage and delivery systems, and various types of buildings such as shops, aircraft hangers, offices, warehouses, storage, and operations.
-- Prepares documents and establishes schedules for advertising construction contracts. Submits documents to contracting officer. Monitors construction of local, RPM, and MCP construction projects and assures that the inspector accomplishes required tasks to ensure work meets contract requirements. Reviews, evaluates, and determines adequacy of shop drawings, samples, certificates of compliance, laboratory analysis, paint certifications and other submittals and data from contractors. Determines compliance or noncompliance for such submittals. Prepares and submits RPM and MCP monthly status reports to National Guard Bureau (NGB).
-- Prepares detailed fee estimates on architect/engineer contracts for design services and all pertinent correspondence, plans, reports, and contract criteria necessary for contract submission. Determines professional capabilities of architectural and engineering firms as a participant in the selection process. Performs technical review of design submittals and prepares review comments for submittal to NGB.
-- Provides technical engineering advice to the operations section of civil engineering and other base functions responsible for resource protection, occupational health, communications, ground safety, and disaster preparedness.
-- Maintains complete records of design and construction project status on data processing (PC) equipment.
-- Monitors the accomplishment of the yearly Prime BEEF training plan, and with the readiness manager, develops a cohesive program to accomplish training with maximum participation.
-- Performs other duties as assigned

Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter at 803-647-8850 prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
• For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.

Qualifications

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION OPEN TO AREA OF CONSIDERATION (AOC) 1 ONLY.

AOC Definitions:
Area 1: All current permanent federal technician employees of the South Carolina Air National Guard. (Note-Temporary and Indefinite employees do not meet permanent tenure requirements and will not qualify for this AOC.)
Area 2: All current military members of the South Carolina Air National Guard.
Area 3: US Citizens eligible for immediate membership in the South Carolina Air National Guard.

Min/Max Military Grades: SSgt/E5, TSgt/E-6

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Minimum: 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. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following:

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. Experience using computer and automation systems.

1. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

2. 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.

3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

*4. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.

5. The duties and responsibilities of your 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.

*Statement updated to align with current policy. CLB 22JUN23

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume showingemployer's name, job title, duties performed, accomplishments, dates of employment (Month and Year), hours worked per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. Resumes that do not sufficiently show the required experience in detail, as well as resumes that list accolades and not relatable experience may not be considered.

2. Other supporting documents: Your most recent SF-50, transcripts (refer to education section, submit if applicable) and other supporting documents are encouraged but not required.

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