Mechanical Engineer (Public Notice Flyer)
Job description
Duties
- At the GS-7, 9 and 11 level, the candidate will receive advanced on the job training and instruction. Tasks are frequently portions of broader assignments. At the full performance level (GS-12), you will be responsible for the following:
- Serve as an Engineer within a highly collaborative design team, make immediate contributions and take initiative to complete work on some very unique historically significant facilities on Fort Leavenworth.
- Inspect plans and specifications of HVAC, plumbing, or electrical layouts from planning through completion.
- Recommend technical plans, objectives and undertakings which will provide more effective uses of resources (i,e, funds, facilities, equipment and expertise).
- Evaluate and recommend development plans for construction, renovation and improvements of real property facilities.
- Coordinate the planning, design, construction and environmental considerations for various mechanical engineer projects.
- Review project progress, measuring performance and taking necessary corrective actions to maintain agreed upon schedules and costs.
- Engage in planning and/or designing substantial new construction, renovation and improvement projects for a variety of real property facilities.
- Oversee all phases of mechanical installations, inspection testing and construction operations for a variety of real property facilities.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions.
- Temporary duty travel (10% or less) away from the normal duty station.
- Overtime work may be required due to mission requirements.
- Must possess or obtain and maintain a valid state issued driver's license.
- Financial Disclosure Statement must be submitted upon entering the position and annually thereafter.
- A one year probationary period may be required in accordance with agency policy.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens
This is a developmental position and may be filled either the GS 7, 9, or 11 grade level. Full performance is the GS 12 level.
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.
Basic Education Requirement for Engineers:
OPM's Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) is defined as:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
For the GS-7 level: Specialized Experience required: One year of specialized experience which includesexperience applying engineering concepts, principles, standard engineering practices, methods, and techniques; and preparing minor routine design and drafting assignments utilizing computer aided design and drafting (CADD) programs or similar software or education substitution below. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).
For the GS-9 level: Specialized Experience required: One year of specialized experience which includes experience utilizing computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) or related software to prepare/review designs ; and, assisting higher level engineers with technical calculations and design analysis or education substitution below. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).
For the GS-11 level: Specialized Experience required: One year of specialized experience which includes experience preparing portions of conventional engineering plans, designs, and/or design specifications; using computer aided design and drafting (CADD) or related software to prepare/review designs; and provide support to engineers with facilities inspections. OR education substitution below. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
For the GS-12 level: Specialized Experience required: : One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service which includes experience planning and/or monitoring large scale facilities, construction, renovation and improvements projects; and, evaluating plans of real property facilities to ensure compliance with objectives, standards and requirements. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).
NOTE: You MUST attach a copy of your transcripts to your application package. Any application packages received without transcripts will NOT receive consideration.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
- Engineering (Mechanical and/or Electrical emphasis)
- Communication (oral and written)
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
Education
Education substitution for GS-07: One full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as Engineering. (NOTE: You MUST attach a copy of your transcripts.)
OR
Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in Education above. Superior Academic Achievement is based on:
- (1) Class Standing - Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR
- (2) Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.) - Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR
- (3) Honor Society Membership - Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/). (NOTE: You MUST attach a copy of your transcripts and/or verification of class standing for further verification.
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages. (NOTE: You MUST attach a copy of your transcripts.)
Education substitution for GS-09: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Engineering. (NOTE: You MUST attach a copy of your transcripts.)
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.
Education substitution for GS 11 level: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.
Education substitution for GS-12: You must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Additional information
- This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce 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.
- One year trial/probationary period may be required.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
- This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
- This is a Career Program (CP) 18 - Engineers & Scientists (Construction) position.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances are NOT be authorized, based on a determination that a move is not in the Government's interest.
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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 résumé 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.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Your complete application includes your resume and other documents which prove your qualifications and eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
1. Your resume:- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
- Cover Letter, optional
- This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: usarmy.leavenworth.id-training.mbx.dpw-boid@mail.mil
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 05/26/2023 to receive consideration.
Agency contact information
Storm Reynolds
Phone
913-684-8927
Email
usarmy.leavenworth.id-training.mbx.dpw-boid@mail.mil
Address
EX-APF-W6B7AA US ARMY GARRISON FT LEAVENWORTH
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027
USNext steps
Eligible applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
Acknowledgement and Notice of Results letters will be sent by the hiring office.
The evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request
Required Documents
Your complete application includes your resume and other documents which prove your qualifications and eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
1. Your resume:
- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
- Cover Letter, optional
- This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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