Interdisciplinary (The Bureau of Reclamation)

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:27:33 GMT

Job Title: Interdisciplinary
Company: The Bureau of Reclamation
Location: Yuma, AZ

JOB SUMMARY:
Embark on an exciting future! Reclamation is seeking a mid-career
professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise in Computer Engineering/Computer Science & an opportunity to become a leader and grow in a technically challenging environment. This position functions as the Yuma Area Office Desalting Plant support specialist & will provide the employee numerous opportunities to expand skills & gain extensive technical competencies.

We offer an excellent benefit package including paid vacations and holidays, sick days, holidays, health and life insurance, an excellent retirement package and other work-life programs.

Join Reclamation's Future Challenges

Reclamation is a contemporary water management agency striving to assist in meeting the increasing water demands of the West while protecting the environment. Reclamation is best known for the construction of dams, power plants, and canals, including Hoover Dam on the Colorado River, Grand Coulee Dam on the Columbia River and Folsom Dam on the American River. Today, we are the largest wholesaler of water in the country and the second largest producer of
hydroelectric power in the western United States generating nearly a billion dollars in power revenues.

To learn more about the Bureau of Reclamation, visit our website at http://www.usbr.gov

THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AS A 0854 COMPUTER ENGINEER OR AS A 1550 COMPUTER SCIENTIST.

THIS IS A STANDING REGISTER INVENTORY AND WILL BE OPEN UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2009. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION UNDER THE FIRST CUT-OFF DATE, YOUR APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY 06/01/2009. ADDITIONAL CUT-
OFF DATES WILL BE DETERMINED ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS.

RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE AUTHORIZED. HOWEVER, ONLY LIMITED RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL BE PAID IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FEDERAL TRAVEL REGULATIONS TO NEW APPOINTEES AND REINSTATEMENTS TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.

POSITION REQUIRES SERVING AN INITIAL ONE-YEAR TRIAL PERIOD.

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED WITH THE BUREAU OF RECLAMATION, LOWER COLORADO REGION, YUMA AREA OFFICE, AREA MANAGER'S OFFICE, DESALTING GROUP, YUMA, ARIZONA.

How to Apply

THIS VACANCY IS BEING ANNOUNCED VIA THE USAJOBS WEBSITE.

Applications (resume and responses to the assessment questions) for this vacancy must be received online via the USAJOBS web site BEFORE midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete online resume, you will not be considered for this position. Requests for extensions will not be granted. Most libraries, employment offices, and Reclamation Human
Resources Offices can provide access to the internet. USAJOBS can be accessed at: http://WWW.USAJOBS.OPM.GOV

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT: This agency, in
accordance with Executive Order 13078, provides reasonable
accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case by case basis.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
To be considered for this position, you are required to submit the following documents as appropriate. Please review the following list carefully to determine which documents, if any, are required for your application and eligibility.

1. COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS: If you are substituting education
for experience OR if there are mandatory positive education
requirements listed under the Qualifications section, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcript with your application by the closing date of this announcement, and if selected, an official college transcript will be required to verify education prior to employment. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility,
you WILL lose consideration for this position. You must also submit evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution is equivalent to U.S. educational standards.

2. VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are claiming 5-point
preference, you MUST provide the appropriate DD-214 (Member-4 copy). A 5-point preference is granted to most veterans who entered the military service prior to October 14, 1976. Veterans who served after that date may also receive 5-point preference if they received or were entitled to receive an applicable Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal and have sufficient length of military service.
If you are claiming 10-point preference, you MUST complete a Standard Form 15 (SF-15), and provide other documentation as appropriate. In addition, disabled veterans must submit a copy of a letter from the Veterans Administration dated 1991 or later, verifying service-connected disability. Preference will not be awarded without proof. SF-15 is available by calling (702) 293-8000. Although, you may be entitled to a 10-point veterans' preference if you: (1)
received a Purple Heart; or (2) have a service-connected disability; or (3) are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or (4) are a widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. Claim for 10-point veterans' preference REQUIRES submission of a SF-15 and all applicable documentation of the categorical claim as specified in
detail on the SF-15.

3. CTAP/ICTAP ELIGIBLES: If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP
eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well-qualified standards for the position. A well-qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including
selective factors, education, and experience requirements, you must score at least 90 (prior to veterans' preference being applied) on the assessment questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For information on CTAP/ICTAP, visit:
http://www.opm.gov/ctap/

It is against the law to use Government franked envelopes or any other Government mail system to submit applications (18 USC 1719).

CONTACT INFORMATION AND HOW TO SUBMIT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
All supporting documentation must be received by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to submit all required supporting documentation may result in disqualification and/or ineligibility for this position. Supporting documentation can be faxed, mailed or hand
delivered.

FAXING YOUR SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS USING AUTO-REQUEST FAX IMAGING
FEATURE: THEY MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE 12:00AM (MIDNIGHT) EASTERN TIME/9:00PM PACIFIC STANDARD TIME ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. When using the Auto-Request Fax Feature in HireMe, each type of document must be faxed separately. For example, SF-50 forms can be submitted together in one transmission, and then all college transcripts can be submitted together in a separate
transmission with the corresponding cover sheets. THE FAX NUMBER IS PROVIDED ON THE COVER SHEET. If the requested document does not pertain to you (i.e., DD-214, SF-15 for Veterans) disregard that specific request. Each fax transmission includes a unique identification number which ensures that your document is processed correctly.

OTHER OPTIONS TO SUBMIT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION: If you use one of the other options below to submit your supporting documentation then ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION MUST INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER. Supporting documents must come to the attention of the Human Resources Office at the address shown below. Supporting documentation must be received by close of
business on the closing date of this announcement. Business hours are 7:30am to 4:00pm Pacific Standard Time.

You may FAX directly to our office at (702) 293-8112. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT ALL PAGES OF YOUR FAX ARE RECEIVED AND ARE LEGIBLE.

If you MAIL your documents through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), SEND TO:

BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
LOWER COLORADO REGION
PO BOX 61470, LC-5423
BOULDER CITY, NEVADA 89006-1470

If you MAIL your documents BY COMMERCIAL GROUND DELIVERY SERVICE
(i.e., FEDERAL EXPRESS), SEND TO:

BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
LOWER COLORADO REGION
500 FIR STREET, LC-5423
BOULDER CITY, NEVADA 89005

If you HAND DELIVER your documents, BRING TO:

BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
LOWER COLORADO REGION
PARK STREET AND NEVADA WAY
BOULDER CITY, NEVADA

Late documents due to misdirection or other delivery error by any commercial delivery service or the USPS are not the responsibility of the hiring agency.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Janet Olsen
Phone: 702-293-8484
Fax: 702-293-8112
Email: jolsen@lc.usbr.gov Or write:
BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
P.O. Box 61470
Boulder City, NV 89006-1470
Fax: 702-293-8112

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once the job closes we will conduct an evaluation and verification of your qualifications and determine your rating. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 - 45 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Your personal information (i.e., e-mail, home address, phone numbers, etc.) should be kept current especially in the account profile section at My USAJOBS. To update your personal information, go to http://WWW.USAJOBS.OPM.GOV
then select My USAJOBS.

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Interdisciplinary (Computer Engineer/Computer Scientist) (The Bureau of Reclamation)

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 19:06:20 GMT

Job Title: Interdisciplinary (Computer Engineer/Computer Scientist)
Company: The Bureau of Reclamation
Location: Yuma, AZ

The Bureau of Reclamation in Yuma, Arizona is seeking persons interested in the position of Computer Engineer/Specialist to work in the organization�s Desalting Group. The Desalting Group Computer Engineer supports computer systems that operate or are involved in the operation and maintenance of the Yuma Desalting Plant (YDP), Water Quality Improvement Center (WQIC), YAO Analytical Laboratory (Lab), and YAO Information Technology (IT) Administration services. The Computer Engineer is the primary support specialist for plant control and data collection systems, and will ensure Desalting compliance with IT Security requirements.

We are looking for interested persons with the following background and qualifications:

Experience in researching, purchasing, installing, and administering software used to protect LAN and desktop machines from equipment failure and viruses.

Knowledgeable in the application of Distributive Control Systems(DCS)/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems used in the water treatment industry.

Able to provide technical support to engineers, technicians, and managers in the area of the computer systems process and operational control.

Experienced in designing systems and conducting feasibility studies preliminary to application system changes, or proposed changes in equipment.

Knowledgeable of current industry trends, developments, and applications in micro system devices, components, and software.

Able to complete analytical and evaluation tasks concerned with installing, testing, integrating, maintaining and modifying existing computer systems and assisting others in the use of those systems.

General understanding of contract administration regulations pertaining to contract modifications and enforcement of specification requirements.

The Bureau of Reclamation is best known for the dams, power plants and irrigation infrastructure it constructed throughout the 17 western states. These water projects led to homesteading and promoted the economic development of the western United States.

The Yuma Area Office (YAO) is the Lower Colorado (LC) Region�s operations and maintenance arm, and actively supports the LC Regional Director�s responsibilities for water delivery, groundwater management, and environmental conservation and restoration. The YAO is responsible for operating and maintaining approximately 275 miles of the Colorado River from Davis Dam to the southern international border with Mexico.

This is a very unique organization and we are looking for qualified candidates to share in our critical mission!
RECLAMATION http://www.usbr.gov/

How to Apply

USE THE LINK BELOW FOR THE ACTUAL VACANCY OR SEARCH FOR IT DIRECTLY ON THE SITE WWW.USAJOBS.OPM.GOV

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=81093879

Salary $54,234 - $75,996 yr

Relocation expenses to paid per the vacancy announcement

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