Chemist.

Responsibilities Plans and directs the development and modification of sample preparation for highly complex, unusual, or novel samples and situations. Performs literature searches to ascertain related methods and information about sampling procedures. Formulates programs oriented to prescribing the optimum sampling and sample storage procedures based upon the stability and chemical properties of the substances and their medium. Participates with laboratories in devising new or improved testing methods. Evaluates and interprets the results of laboratory tests. Makes field visits to construction sites when requested to oversee sampling efforts and resolve chemistry problems related to study, changed conditions or design omissions. Reviews, comments, and provides written input into preparing and revising Corps of Engineers (COE) Engineering Manuals and Engineering Regulations on chemical sampling, testing, and analysis, and quality assurance. Oversees the chemistry related work done by other in‑house staff or by contractors. Prepares the scopes of work and estimates for the chemical aspects of Ordnance and Explosives (OE) and other Hazardous Toxic, and Radioactive Waste (HTRW) work performed under Architect–Engineer and Services contracts. Investigates, analyzes, and directs contractor investigations of proposed site operations to determine the presence and concentration of explosive residues and toxic and hazardous chemicals. Performs detailed review of Statement of Work, Work Plan, Safety Submission, risk assessments, cost estimates, and final engineering reports. Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Incumbent must obtain 40‑hour HAZWOPER Certification within 12 months of appointment. Must maintain a valid driver's license. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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. 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. Basic Requirements for the Chemist 1320 Series Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering that included 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by coursework in mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics. OR Combination of Education and Experience: Course work equivalent to a major in the physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering, including at least 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Minimum Qualifications for NH‑03 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes working in hazardous and/or radiological waste contamination investigation programs; providing Quality Assurance oversight on lab operations and validation of lab data; providing technical direction, review, and/or support of environmental field investigations, studies, and/or designs; and advising on sampling techniques, quality assurance, and/or analytical aspects of hazardous waste plans, specifications, and/or cleanups. For this position at the NH‑03, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone—no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Foreign Education If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the 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 have been deemed equivalent to that gained in a U.S. accredited education program; or full credit must be given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Additional Information This position will be located in St. Louis, MO and will allow for situational telework only. This position is NOT eligible for full‑time telework. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized at management discretion. 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. This position requires a 1‑year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. 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 announcement. This is a Career Program (CP) #18 – Engineers & Scientists position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr US Army Corps of Engineers