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Summary This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, San Carlos Irrigation Project in Coolidge, Arizona. The incumbent will plan, design, estimate, manage and provide accounting for assigned construction projects through sound and accurate engineering/designing, staking, and preparation of detailed job sketches/drawings and details in accordance with San Carlos Irrigation Project (SCIP) standards. There are (3) positions available. Responsibilities Obtain required archeology/environment (arch) clearances and right of way (ROW) easements and permits, ensuring compliance and that resources including labor are expended in a manner that best benefits SCIP and Its customers. Oversee project management to ensure projects are kept on track, maximizing cost savings and efficiency of SCIP resources, as well as ensuring conflicts that may arise are resolved quickly and efficiently. Ensure information is communicated promptly, accurately, and concisely, and in accordance with the SCIP Operations Manual, as well as all applicable policies, procedures and regulations. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications The vacancy for these (3) positions is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and may be extended or closed prior to the current closing date. Applications will be reviewed every 15 days; the first cut-off date for applications is 15 calendar days from the opening date and every 15 calendar days thereafter. Applicants with 10-point Veterans' Preference who submit a complete application after each cut-off date, but before the Certificate of Eligible Candidates is issued, will be considered and referred, if qualified. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants who meet the following experience requirement may qualify for this GS-11 level position- 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level obtained either through Federal or non-Federal employment performing electrical engineering technician work, including preparing plans and drawings under the direction of a senior designer or engineer, gathering information, working on cost estimates and project pieces. Typically, this requires at least 3 years progressive work experience. Previous experience working with electric utility systems is preferred. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Education There is no specific education requirement and there is no educational substitute for the experience requirement of the position. Additional Information All new hires earn the beginning salary of their pay grade (Step 1). See 2024 Salary Tables and select the pay chart for Coolidge, Arizona. If no specific chart is listed for this geographic location, see the "rest of U.S." chart. This position is at the full performance level. TELEWORK: Indian Affairs has determined that the duties of this position are NOT suitable for telework. Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp . LAND MANAGEMENT WORKFORCE FLEXIBILITY ACT: If applying under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act, you must provide documentation to support your eligibility (SF-50) and performance (references and/or performance appraisal). Under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) two groups of individuals are eligible to apply under this announcement: current and/or former employees serving or who have served under time-limited competitive appointments at land management agencies. Land Management Agencies include: Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service, and U.S. Forest Service. Current appointees: 1) must have been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited appointment with a land management agency; 2) must have served under one or more time limited appointment(s) by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years; AND 3) must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service. Former appointees: 1) must have been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited appointment with a land management agency; 2) must have served under one or more time limited appointment(s) by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years; 3) must have separated for reasons other than misconduct or performance; AND 4) must have performed at an acceptable level through the service period. Certain candidates may be eligible to apply under a special hiring authority including those for disabled individuals, Peace Corps employees, Foreign Service employees, veterans, etc. For more information, visit the following OPM websites: USAJOBS Information Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/; Vets Info Guide: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/. Former Federal Employees are required to indicate whether they received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) buyout in their previous employment with the Federal government, and are required to submit a copy of the applicable Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) regarding the VSIP. Most individuals who accept reemployment with the Federal government within 5 years of receiving the VSIP amount, must repay the gross amount of the separation pay prior to reemployment.