Summary About the Position: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is recruiting for Chief of Operations Division Chiefs across the enterprise to serve as Regional or District senior leaders. The Chief of Operations is responsible to the Commander for the operation and maintenance of assigned projects and programs. Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and direct short- and long-range work programs for operations and maintenance missions. Perform strategic planning for the overall Operations program, including restructuring initiatives. Formulate and recommend policies, procedures, and regulations governing district operational activities. Provide program quality assurance and advice to Senior Leaders and Commanders. Exercise command and control for Operations and Maintenance, Environmental Compliance, and Regulatory programs (where applicable). Oversee and manage operation and maintenance of multi-purpose facilities and associated infrastructure, which may include hydropower plants, lock and dams, navigation facilities, maritime operations, levee systems, and ports, recreation facilities, habitat management units and water management activities. Ensure environmental protection in all operations, including recreation and maintenance programs. Represent the district or division in coordination with external partners and stakeholders. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the 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. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Providing programmatic oversight of the operations of civil works projects such as flood risk management, hydropower production, inland and/or coastal navigation, maritime operations, regulatory, natural resources management, water supply, recreation, environmental stewardship, and emergency management; 2) Developing and establishing policies to facilitate implementation of program initiatives; 3) Managing the implementation of program strategies to ensure successful outcomes; 4) Developing and managing program budgets, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and efficiently; and 5) Coordinating, developing, and providing authoritative interpretations of civil works policy and regulations. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-14). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Budget Administration Leadership Planning and Evaluating Program Management Project Management Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-14). Education Additional Information 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 probationary period may be required. One year supervisory 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. 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 Science, Engineering and Analysis Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. 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. Advanced-in-Hire, Enhanced Leave Accrual, Student Loan Repayment, and/or Recruitment/Relocation incentive MAY be authorized if determined to be in the best interest of the government. Cincinnati, OH duty location includes any location within Lakes and Rivers District (LRD) Headquarters. If located outside Cincinnati, incumbent to work (in person) from Cincinnati (LRD HQ) office 2-3 days/week based on mission requirements. LRD District locations include: Chicago, IL; Detroit, MI; Louisville, KY; Nashville, TN; Buffalo, NY; Pittsburgh, PA; and Huntington, WV.
