Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Responsibilities Operates a twin engine hydrographic survey launch with a 4 person passenger capacity. Operates the launch in waterways with danger areas, limited sight distance, shallow harbors and narrow channels in all seasons and weather conditions except during freeze-up and major storms. Responsible for transporting the survey launch by trailer from one port to another using a government truck. Drives and back the truck with boat/trailer in traffic, over highways and uneven roads and grounds, and in narrow or crowded areas. Performs hydrographic surveys, work is performed in areas ranging from open waters (several nautical miles outside harbor breakwaters) to very confined areas in smaller rivers (100 feet from bank to bank). Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Small Craft Operator (Surveying) without more than normal supervision. Operate vessel in normal weather condition and transport survey party members and equipment from one port to another using a government truck. Be able to drive and back truck with boat/trailer in traffic, over highways and uneven roads and grounds, and in narrow or crowded areas. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. You will also be evaluated on the job elements listed below: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Operation of Motor Vehicles Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability and Dependability as a Small Craft Operator Physical Efforts: Light physical effort is expended when steering vessels, loading and unloading supplies and materials, and making repairs and adjustments to the engine and hull. Working Conditions: Environmental Conditions: Operators work in an enclosed cabin when steering vessel. They work on deck and in cramped quarters, when making repairs to deck and engine. The position duties includes three (3) disagreeable conditions for frequent or continuous exposure to weather conditions, working in mud and water and inadequate ventilation. Education Additional Information This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. 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 trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. 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 Transportation and Distribution Management Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.