Interdisciplinary

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.

Duties

Serve as a Lead H and H Engineer for the Charleston District with particular emphasis on riverine and coastal systems.

Perform advanced computer software and analytical methods to investigate and resolve hydrologic engineering and related water resource planning analysis.

Serve as Engineering Technical Lead for hydraulic, hydrologic, and engineering studies associated with feasibility, post authorization, post construction, flood plain management, and special purpose studies.

Serve as a technical expert in hydrologic engineering and hydraulic design with particular emphasis on riverine and coastal systems in the Southeast Region.

Mentor and develop less experienced H and H engineers in the Charleston District.

Review H and H work produced by other hydraulic engineers, both within the Federal Government and Private Sector firms.

Qualifications

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and /or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Education Requirement: Engineering: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering. The program must: lead to a degree in a school with at least one program accredited by ABET. Degree must be documented on a transcript. OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards - GS-0800 Series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#0800 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: (1) performing advanced hydrologic and hydraulic engineering analyses and designs for complex civil works or water resources projects, such as flood risk management, navigation, coastal protection, or dam safety; (2) utilizing hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software to evaluate flood hazards, water flow, sedimentation, or hydraulic structures; (3) leading or coordinating engineering teams in the planning, design, technical review, or execution of hydrologic and hydraulic engineering projects; and (4) developing or reviewing engineering reports, technical recommendations, project scopes, budgets, or schedules to support project planning and execution. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). Professional Engineer: The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess and maintain license/registration as a Professional Engineer. This license/registration must be in good standing and issued by any one of the 50 states or its territories.

Evaluations

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

How to apply Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: https://usace.yellogov.com/external/requisitions/5sZrEm5Kq3fSrEpTJVS9ng To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Alternate applications (e.g., facsimile applications) will not be accepted. The complete application package must be submitted to the email address provided above by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/23/2026 to receive consideration.

Other information This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905??????? direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. The use of illegal drugs by Federal employees, whether on duty or off duty, is contrary to the efficiency of the service. The legalization and/or decriminalization of marijuana by some states has no impact on Federal law. The use and/or possession of marijuana remains illegal for Federal employees. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) 18- Career Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction) Program position aligned under the ???????Construction, Analysis, Science,Infrastructure & Engineers (CASIE) Career Management Directorate. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Relocation incentive may be authorized. Recruitment Incentive may be authorized.