Deputy Public Works Officer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy Public Works Officer to join our team at the Department of the Navy. As a key member of our Public Works Department, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of a wide range of public works services to support the installation and supported commands.

• Direct and control all operations within the Public Works Department, utilizing broad knowledge in facilities management, technical, financial, and administrative skills.
• Formulate and monitor Public Works Department budget requirements, taking into account workload forecasts, payroll requirements, travel, training, and other overhead requirements.
• Direct Public Works Department subordinate supervisors, evaluate performance, and hear grievances or complaints not resolved at lower levels of the department.
• Review disciplinary actions and interact with union officials in accordance with negotiated bargaining unit agreements.
• Maintain liaison with senior-level leaders throughout the installation and NAVFAC.

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level.
• Within the Department of Defense, the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after must be registered for Selective Service.
• Will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license.
• Will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing the following duties:
• Assists the Public Works Officer (PWO) in focusing on programming and execution for all Products and Services.
• Coordinates all execution and programmatic priorities in order to meet the facility needs.
• Manages all human resources efforts within the PWD, including coordination with NAVFAC Washington Business and Support Lines and Manpower to ensure recruitments are processed smoothly.
• Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities.
• Directs, reviews, coordinates, and executes the construction, environmental, base operations support, planning, and real estate programs for supported commands.
• Possesses sufficient foresight to predict future needs and issues and implement timely effective corrective action.
• Serves as principle advisor to the Commanding Officer, Executive Officer, and department heads at the installation on Public Works matters in the absence of the PWO.

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation, or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Help 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY ORAL COMMUNICATION PROBLEM SOLVING RESOURCE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIC THINKING WRITTEN COMMUNICATION You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.