Interdisciplinary

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Anchorage, AK

3d

About The Position

Leads the Pacific Ocean Division's regulatory program and provides senior-level oversight of environmental planning and compliance. The role ensures policy implementation, regulatory decisions, interagency coordination, and adherence to applicable laws and regulations across the region.

This Direct Hire Authority solicitation is for qualified candidates appointed to positions in the competitive service. The position is aligned with the Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction) Career Program under the Construction, Analysis, Science, Infrastructure & Engineers Career Management Directorate. Multiple positions may be filled.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Meet the applicable basic education or experience requirements for one of the listed occupational series: 0193, 0408, 0801/0819, or 1301.
• At least one year of specialized experience interpreting environmental laws and regulations to provide technical guidance, and coordinating with resource agencies to obtain necessary environmental clearances or permits; this experience must be equivalent to the next lower federal grade level, GS-12.
• Specialized experience must be used to qualify; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated by a qualified private organization or credited by an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Complete a one-year probationary period, during which the agency evaluates fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest.
• Use direct deposit for pay.

Responsibilities

• Manage the regulatory program and ensure permits and decisions comply with applicable laws and policies.
• Develop policies, procedures, and guidance to support consistent regulatory decisions across the region.
• Lead review and resolution of complex, sensitive, and disputed regulatory cases and appeals.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies to resolve regulatory and environmental issues.
• Oversee environmental planning and ensure projects meet environmental protection requirements.
• Review environmental studies and project plans for quality, accuracy, compliance, and effective use of resources.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families; eligibility depends on position type.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to regulations and an agency determination that the move is in the Government's interest.
• Relocation or recruitment incentive may be authorized for eligible candidates, subject to funding availability.
• Student loan repayment, advanced-in-hire, or advanced leave accrual may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior