PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (T5)

PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (T5)

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Montgomery, Alabama

Salary Range: $89508 - $116362 Per Year

Job Summary: THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (T5), Position Description Number T5210000 and is part of the AL 187TH Fighter Wing, National Guard. ORGANIZATION: 187th FW, MONTGOMERY, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: LT COL P. GRIGGS

Major Duties:

• 1. Manages a most complex, highly technical environmental management and protection program and serves as the installation's single most knowledgeable expert on DoD, AF, ANG, EPA state specific environmental laws and regulations. Environmental Management duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: (1) Hazardous Waste Management; (2) Storm Water Management and Control; (3) Air Quality; (4) Water Quality; (5) Pollution Prevention; (6) Green Procurement; (7) Environmental Restoration Program (ERP); (8) Cultural and Natural Resources Management; (9) Spill Prevention and Response; (10) Environmental Management System; (11) Environmental Impact Analysis Program (EIAP) Management; and (12) Qualified Recycling Program Management. (30%) 2. Manages the entire Planning, Programming, Budget and Execution (PPB&E) for the installations environmental quality (EQ) program area. Additional budgetary responsibilities may include working with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy and Environment for recurring environmental costs related to DLA owned fuel systems. Provides financial analysis and planning for Environmental resource requirements, to include planning, programming and execution. Responsible for planning, budgeting, and reporting environmental financial information through directed financial databases. (20%) 3. Prepares and guides implementation of environmental program plans. Environmental program plans can include, but are not limited to (1) Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan; (2) Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP); (3) Hazardous Waste Management Plan (HWMP); (4) Air Emissions Inventory (AEI); (5) Green Procurement Plan (GPP); (6) Integrated Pest Management Plan; (7) Refrigerant Management Plan; (8) Cultural or Natural Resources Management Plans; (9) Environmental Management System (EMS) Plans; and (10) Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan. (20%) 4. Serves as an active member of the installation Design Working Group (DWG) accomplishing short term and long range planning in conjunction with Civil Engineering for future military construction and renovation projects. Responsible for ensuring all necessary environmental permits for related construction projects are obtained and necessary plans developed and implemented. (10%) 5. In accordance with the Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP)statutory requirements, the incumbent is responsible for evaluating the environmental impact of construction and renovation projects. Facilitates the decision making process ensuring due consideration is given to the natural environment, social, political, economic, and governance factors and provides a holistic frame work designed for the achievement of sustainable outcomes. (10%) 6. Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules. Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Balances workload and provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of policy, investigative, inspection/exercise, strategic planning, and administrative issues. Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions. Coordinates with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Reviews organization mission, functions, and manning. Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel, overtime, equipment, supplies, training and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives. Provides advice to supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. Establishes metrics and utilizes analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by subordinates. Performs self-assessments and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with any corrective action taken to supervisor. Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. Assesses and revises policies and procedures as needed to find ways to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work. (10%)

Qualifications: EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. or Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: - Professional knowledge and abilities applicable to a wide range of environmental engineering duties; and the skill to modify standard practices and adapt equipment or techniques to solve a variety of problems; adapt precedents or make significant departures from previous approaches to similar projects to provide for the specialized requirements of projects; and apply standard practices of related engineering disciplines as they relate to environmental engineering functions. - In depth knowledge of environmental sciences and related disciplines, the effect of actions and technology on the environment, the means of preventing or reducing pollution, and the relationship between environmental factors and human health and well-being. - Comprehensive knowledge of Environmental Protection Programs that involve federal/state compliance procedures and standards associated with pollution prevention, hazardous waste management/minimization, recycling and environmental impact. - Substantial knowledge of contract administration to negotiate and provide technical oversight, monitor vendor performance, and ensure compliance with terms of contract. - Systematic skill in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, operating, and evaluating Installation Environmental programs. - Detailed knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures, and skill in evaluating related operations sufficient to analyze standards, procedures, and work processes to continually improve them to meet customer requirements and to ensure compliance with regulatory provisions. - Knowledge of and skill in applying basic budgetary policies and procedures to provide a financial analysis of environmental resource requirements. - Comprehensive working knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents affecting the Installation Environmental Management Program to include federal/state/local/DoD/AF/ANG requirements. - All-inclusive working knowledge of installation Environmental Management roles and responsibilities, and the ability to recognize the need for and to develop local guidelines/instructions to meet the specific installation needs. - Competent command of oral and written communications to prepare and present briefings/project papers, and staff reports; coordinate planning efforts; and manage programming activities, to effectively communicate requirements with staff and line personnel to encourage understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations, and to negotiate with high-level civil and military executives. - Knowledge and skill sufficient to adapt standard practices, equipment, or techniques in preparing specifications and designs (or monitoring those prepared by others) for the improvement or alteration of existing or the eventual construction of new facilities.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12897954 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: In order to adjudicate your Veterans' Preference claims, please upload all supporting documentation. Such as: DD214s and/or SF-15, etc A. ARE YOU A VETERAN CLAIMING SOLE SURVIVORSHIP PREFERENCE OR 5-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? You should provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214 (member 4 copy), "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support office. The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). If you have more than one DD-214, you are strongly encouraged to upload all your DD-214s. B. ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, should provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. C. ARE YOU UNSURE AS TO WHETHER YOU QUALIFY FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE? Please review the OPM Vet Guide to determine if you qualify for Veterans' Preference. Please visit: https://fedshirevets.gov/Index.aspx.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-14