Job Summary This position is in Region 5, Water Division, Ground Water and Drinking Water Branch. This is an office-centered position; you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis. EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section. Promotion Potential 13 Agency Marketing Statement Grow your career for the good of our planet. The environmental challenges we face today are urgent. At the Environmental Protection Agency, we need professionals like you to continue our mission to protect human health and the environment. Whether we are tackling the climate crisis or advancing environmental justice, what you do here changes the world. That’s why there has never been a more crucial moment to further your career at EPA. Learn more at epa.gov/careers. Major Duties You will: Serve as the regional expert on emergency response and preparedness pertaining to public water supply systems in Region 5. Represent Region 5 on national committees and/or workgroups responsible for the development of Agency regulations, guidance, and policy statements under the Public Water Supply Supervision (PWSS) Program. Serve as a Project Officer and Technical Advisor on grants, contracts, or congressionally-directed spending (CDS) projects. You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. Education Life Scientist (0401) - You must have a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines; OR a combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major, as listed. Environmental Engineer (0819) - You must have one of the following: Successful completion of a professional engineering degree at an accredited university or college OR a combination of college-level education or training AND technical experience that has furnished you with a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering. Physical Scientist (1301) - You must have a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science; OR a combination of education and experience with education equivalent to one of the majors listed. Requirements This position is designated as High Risk and requires a background investigation. You must meet time in grade requirements no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement. If you are selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure form within 30 days of your first day of employment and annually thereafter. How to Apply To begin the application process, click the Apply button, follow the prompts to log-in/register, submit all required documents, and complete the assessment questionnaire. To be considered, you must submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the day the announcement closes. Key Requirements You must submit a resume and required documentssee How to Apply section. Position has education requirementssee Qualifications/Education section. EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings. J-18808-Ljbffr
