Clarification from the agency

This is an open continuous announcement. Initial cutoff will be 6 FEBRUARY 2026. Recruitment will continue through the announcement closing date until the position is filled.

As a CIVIL ENGINEER (TITLE 5), GS-0810-12, you will provide supervisory and technical assistance to the Base Architect/Engineer in overseeing and managing the engineering shops and production control function.

Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list:

• Plan and schedule work to promote a smooth flow and even distribution of workload across engineering functions.
• Coordinate plans and schedules with organization managers and customers to meet mission and customer requirements.
• Identify changes in priorities and take action to implement adjustments to meet organizational goals.
• Establish metrics and utilize analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points.
• Perform self-assessments and present detailed reports identifying discrepancies and corrective actions.
• Provide technical instruction and guidance on architectural and engineering requirements to subordinate engineers, technicians, and draftsmen.
• Review engineering and architectural designs, drawings, specifications, and estimates for technical adequacy and compliance with standards.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for construction, modification, and maintenance of facilities.
• Review completed work and direct changes to ensure technically accurate layouts, designs, and computations.
• Serve as the government technical representative in conferences with architectural and engineering firms to ensure designs meet Air Force requirements.
• Perform extensive mathematical and technical calculations to develop engineered solutions to complex technical problems.
• Analyze engineering data to determine facility requirements, funding needs, and feasibility of construction or repair projects.
• Evaluate cost estimates, design computations, and technical data to ensure economical use of funds and materials.
• Apply quantitative analysis to assess land contours, soil conditions, weather impacts, and utility requirements affecting engineering projects.
• Assign work to subordinate employees based on priorities, difficulty, and employee experience, training, and abilities.
• Balance workload and provide advice, guidance, and direction to civilian and military personnel across engineering functions.
• Identify training requirements and provide oversight of on-the-job and proficiency training for assigned personnel.

Conditions of employment

• IAW the Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during, or after a job interview. If an Optional Form (OF) 306 is submitted prior to a conditional offer, questions related to background information may not be asked.
• 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.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment). Individuals convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• May be required to successfully complete a supervisory probationary period.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies, including work outside the normal duty day.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position.
• This is an indefinite position and/or temporary promotion.
• This position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP). DD Form 3145-2 Checklist
• 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 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved by appropriate authority.
• Duties may significantly impact the environment; the incumbent must maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers in support of mission accomplishment.

Qualifications

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 5 Excepted Service, will be in the following manner and sequence:

• The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be candidates who match through the Priority Placement Program (PPP).
• The SECOND area of consideration will be Veterans' Preference (VP) eligible.
• The THIRD area of consideration will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG.
• The FOURTH area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees.
• The FIFTH area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible.
• The SIXTH area of consideration will be U.S. Citizens.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-12 level - MUST possess at least 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience, education, or training for management, supervision, or performance of (1) planning, designing, construction, and/or maintaining structures and facilities; and (2) investigating, measuring, surveying, and mapping the earth's physical features.

SPECIALIZED SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE: MUST possess specialized supervisory experience for the GS-12 Level, which includes experience in managing the function of work to be performed; Experience that includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.


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.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

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):

• Human Capital Management
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Planning and Evaluating
• Technical Competence

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

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Your resume that clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position. Your resume must contain identifiable information such as your name, address, and phone number. It should also show your work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

Other supporting documents (as applicable):

• Certifications
• DD-214
• SF-50
• Official Transcript (Copy)

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.

Documents that support Veterans' Preference:

• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• SF-15

If claiming eligibility under the VOW Act: The VOW Act requires Federal agencies to treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligibles, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD214. In order to be considered under the VOW Act, the certification must specify that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application package for this job announcement. The certification must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, character of service, military rank, type of discharge, and date when terminal leave will begin. Certifications must be signed by, or by direction of military members' military personnel offices, unit commanders or higher headquarters. Agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD214 or other appropriate documentation. Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment.

Documents NOT accepted: photographs, copies of position descriptions, training certificates, performance ratings, awards, and letters of appreciation.

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