Biological Scientist (Environmental)

United States Space Force • Schriever AFB, CO

5d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to perform management, execution, and operations for assigned program elements. Duties include planning, coordinating, and managing all aspects of assigned environmental program or programs through the application of professional knowledge and skill in the practices, processes, and techniques of one or more disciplines. The role is responsible for executing assigned program element(s), in-house and by contract, to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies. The position also provides advisory services on specific problems, projects, programs, and functions in the assigned program area and requires compliance with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures, performing work that enhances the safety of the work environment.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate driver's license may be required for the position.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• This is an interdisciplinary position to be filled and classified to the series represented by the incumbent's qualifications (0020 - Environmental Community Planner, 0401 - Environmental Biological Scientist, 0819 - Environmental Engineer, or 1301 - Environmental Physical Scientist).
• Must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-2, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 (or higher) grade level or equivalent pay system.
• Knowledge of professional environmental principles, practices, techniques, and procedures to effectively perform project development, execution, training, and advisory services in assigned program element.
• Knowledge to troubleshoot environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned program(s).
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and other guidance to make decisions and recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices; and health, safety, and security practices.
• Skill to integrate an interdisciplinary team of professionals to include attorneys, public health specialists, public affairs specialists, biological scientists, environmental engineers, physical scientists, general engineers, community planners, regulators, other governmental officials, and community groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, with technical accuracy, and establish effective working relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and manages all aspects of assigned environmental program or programs.
• Executes assigned program element(s), in-house and by contract, to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies.
• Provides advisory services on specific problems, projects, programs, and functions in assigned program area.
• Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures.
• Performs work that enhances the safety of the work environment.
• May be required to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Force during exercises or in the event of an actual emergency.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.

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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed