Biologist/Physical Scientist – Federal government of the United States – Edison, NJ

Job title: Biologist/Physical Scientist

Company: Federal government of the United States

Job description: SummaryThis position is in the Office of Research and Development, Center for Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response, Water Infrastructure Division, Integrated Water Resource Branch.About:This is an office-centered position*–you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.*Work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized as described in the Benefits section.Overview

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Open & closing dates04/16/2024 to 04/23/2024Salary$102,163 – $157,934 per yearSalary will be based on the grade level for which you are selected.Pay scale & gradeGS 12 – 13Location2 vacancies in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be required to travel in this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent –Work scheduleFull-time –ServiceCompetitivePromotion potential13Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoAnnouncement numberEPA-NF-DE-2024-0059Control number786905300This job is open toVideosDutiesYou will:

• Serve as a technical authority in sampling operation and field analytical methodologies for all variations of Participatory Science investigations and activities supported by Community-Engaged Collaborative for Research and Excellence (CERCLE).
• Collaborate with Agency partners to determine cross-program requirements, solve problems or initiate new programs.
• Serve as Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and project officer for grants and cooperative agreements.

When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.You will spend 25-50% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• You must submit a resume and required documents–see How to Apply section.
• Position has education requirements–see Qualifications/Education section.
• EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings.

This position is designated as Moderate Risk and requires a background investigation. Unless an appropriate background investigation is already on record with the Office of Personnel Management, you must undergo a background investigation. All conditions of the pre-employment security process must be met before an official letter of employment can be issued with a report for duty date.If you are selected, you may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.#LI-OnsiteQualificationsNOTE: You must meet qualification requirements, including any requirements described in the Education section, by the closing date of this announcement.In addition to the basic entry education requirements, you must have specialized experience and/or directly related education as described below:To qualify for the Research GS-12 level, you must have one of the following:

• 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level defined as participating in programs or collaborative efforts to advance technologies (e.g., low-cost air sensors, water quality monitoring equipment) for public health and environmental interests; conducting studies or monitoring trends of technological resources and their impact on community efforts to enhance environmental quality;
• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; the education must be directly related and provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position;
• equivalent combination of education and experience

To qualify for the GS-13 level, you must have 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level defined as analyzing or making recommendations on programs, policies, or collaborative efforts regarding advancing technologies (e.g., low-cost air sensors, water quality monitoring equipment) for public health and environmental interests; or evaluating technological resources and their impact on community efforts to enhance environmental quality.Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas:

• Knowledge of principles, concepts, practices, and methods related to environmental public health protection.
• Skill in community engagement.
• Ability to manage technical assistance activities.
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals (e.g. interdisciplinary scientist and community representatives).
• Ability to advise on environmental issues, programs, and policies.
• Skill in program planning.
• Ability to advise on environmental issues, programs, and policies.
• Ability to perform contract, grant and cooperative agreement duties.

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.*If you have part-time work experience, read this: .Additional informationExcept in special circumstances, those new to the federal government will be hired at the starting salary (step 1) of the applicable grade range listed in the Overview section.EPA participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees. For additional information: .Are you a Displaced Federal Employee? If so, please read the Required Documents section and visit the EPA website for additional information:Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at EPA. Our excellence can only be fully realized by staff who share our commitment to these values. Successful candidates are committed to advancing equity and inclusion in the Agency’s workplace and mission. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstance. At EPA, diversity is a vital element in bringing a balance of perspectives to bear on every challenge we face. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce because we know that the individual strengths and abilities of our employees make us a stronger organization. The more inclusive our employee base is, the greater the variety of ideas that are generated, and the more representative we are of the nation we serve. To learn more about how EPA values and supports our diverse workforce, visit .If you are selected, travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid by EPA. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting to work in this position will be your responsibility.This position is in the bargaining unit.

• 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. .Join EPA in protecting human health and the environment and enjoy many work life quality options! Working for the EPA offers you a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. To learn more about us, visit .This position may be eligible for flexible work schedules in accordance with EPA’s Workplace Flexibilities policy and/or applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. If selected, you may apply for expanded telework or, after 90 days of employment, remote work. These flexibilities are not guaranteed and will be determined in accordance with policy and position requirements after you are hired.This position has portable work. If selected for this position, you may be eligible for partial work-from-home flexibilities after meeting eligibility requirements, as allowable by agency policy and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement.PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF): As a federal employee, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on federal Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer, including EPA. Learn more:

Expected salary: $102163 – 157934 per year

Location: Edison, NJ

Job date: Sun, 21 Apr 2024 03:35:23 GMT

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