Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Reno, Nevada. Information about the area can be found at: Reno/Sparks Chamber of Commerce We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. This position is offering a 20% incentive if eligible. (see additional information). Responsibilities Serves as a senior Hydrologist with responsibility for leading or participating on hydrologic studies of considerable scope and complexity or serving as a project leader or member of an interdisciplinary team. Plans, directs, performs and/or coordinates comprehensive hydrologic studies or significant components of extensive studies, that describe and interpret hydrologic conditions. Modifies established hydrologic techniques or procedures. Collects, interprets, analyzes, and evaluates hydrologic data for large scale systems and makes long range, and at times controversial proposals based on analysis. Complexity of assignments may require alteration to standard practices, equipment, and know techniques or development of new methods and techniques to address problems for which guides or precedents are not substantially applicable. Works on highly complex water issues whose solutions require a proven understanding of hydrology and one or more related disciplines such as hydraulics, geology, ecology, geochemistry, and the complexities of ground or surface water flow. Conducts planning, review, and evaluation of multi­basin, multi-aquifer investigations which includes predictive water quantity and quality numerical modeling and adherence to all management-based water resource policies. Serves as subject matter expert for a broad geographic area with multiple watersheds. Provides current information on policy, resource management, State or local water regulations, and technical requirements. Provides technical data, expert advice, or recommendations to senior leadership, may serve as an expert witness in hearing, or respond to Congressional inquiries. Prepares investigative proposals/develops work plans that include experimental/theoretical analysis, changing regulatory/mission needs, evaluation of available data and development of new procedures/methods of investigation to meet requirements. Independently conducts interpretive studies or contributes to large scale hydrologic projects. Serves as principal contact with cooperating agencies/stakeholders in the identification, design, planning and conduct of water resource investigations. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. Basic Education Requirement (BER) - Applicant must meet one of the BER requirements in order to meet the qualifications of the position: For Hydrologist (1315 series): Degree in physical or natural science; or engineering that included 30 semester hours in courses such as hydrology, physical science, geophysics, chemistry, engineering science, soils, mathematics, aquatic biology, atmospheric science, meteorology, geology, oceanography or the management or conservation of water resources AND 6 semester hours in calculus (both differential and integral) AND 6 semester hours in physics. Calculus and physics, as described above, are requirements for all grade levels. I will provide a copy of my college transcript; OR have a combination of education and experience that includes the coursework shown above plus appropriate experience such as field or laboratory work requiring application of hydrologic theory and related sciences such as geology, geo-chemistry, geophysics, or civil engineering to make observations, take samples, operate instruments, assemble, analyze, and interpret data and report findings orally and in writing. In addition to meeting the BER for this position, applicants must also prove to meet the minimum specialized experience qualification requirements. For the GS-13: Meet the basic requirement AND have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as experience as a technical advisor in hydrologic or watershed management work; planned and developed projects and predicted the effects of proposed treatments and land use decisions on ground water; conducted hydrologic studies and analyzed environmental impacts of water disposal actions; and insured compliance with laws and regulations concerning air and water quality and flood plain management. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade requirement in accordance with 5 CFR 300.604. If you are a current Federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level. Physical Demands: Work is typically performed in an office setting with no special physical demands, however, work may also be performed in the field which involves long periods of walking, bending, climbing, or driving motor vehicles to worksites. The work may also include some overnight travel for training, meeting, and site visits. Work Environment: The work is usually performed in an office setting, however, work time may also be spent periodically visiting field sites. Field site visits are typically performed in either an outdoor setting subject to weather changes, diverse terrain, and safety hazards associated with working around complex features and/or construction, on an industrial setting subject to noise, fumes, and moving machinery. Both setting may require the use of personal protective equipment. Safety precautions and protocols are observed at all times and the comply with safety instructions and regulations to ensure individual and others safety. Education This position falls under the OPM qualification standard for the 1315 job series and has Individual Occupational Requirements. See qualification section for description of the Basic Education Requirement (BER). This position has a positive education requirement (see above qualification section for education requirements). You MUST submit a copy of ALL your college transcripts or a list of ALL college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. Upon selection, official transcripts must be received prior to appointment. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your 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. Additional Information Relocation/Recruitment Incentive: This position is offering a Relocation/Recruitment Incentive, 20% of the annual salary. To be eligible for a Relocation Incentive, you must be a current Federal Employee and the selectee must be employed with the Federal Government and the selectees current duty location is more than 50 miles from the duty location of this position. To be eligible for a Recruitment Incentive, selectee must not be employed by the Federal Government. DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive or Student Loan Repayment.