Summary Direct hiring authority for 0804 series is being used to fill this position. Responsibilities The incumbent will perform professional engineering duties/responsibilities of which are to advise on, administer, supervise, or perform research or other professional and scientific work to protect life and property from destructive fire. The work typically involves: (1) Assessment and prediction of fire hazards or risks; (2) Mitigation of fire damage by proper design, construction, and arrangement of facilities; (3) Research, development, and testing of fire protection technologies (e.g., halon and water mist applicators); (4) Design, construction, inspection, testing, and operation of fire detection and fire suppression apparatus, appliances, devices, and systems; and (5) Assessment of fire protection requirements. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications Qualifications Reference: HRPM, EMP-1.7 Qualifications and OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards. OPM Standards for All Engineers 0800 Occupational Series In addition to the basic requirements, to qualify for positions above the FV-G level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess the specialized experience noted below. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that are typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. FV-H. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-G, FG/GS-5 thru 9 level. Examples may include but not limited to: prepare, provide, and evaluate conventional plans, designs, design specifications, and related documentation; inspecting facilities to assess compliance with OSHA and EOSH policies; participating in design and design reviews for fire protection engineering aspects of facilities and construction projects. FV-I. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H, (FG/GS-11/12) level. Examples may include but are not limited to: experience with various fire protection systems such as detection, notification, and suppression; conducts assessments and predicts safety hazards and risks for new and existing FAA structures; conducts site inspections, overseeing the testing and operation of fire detection and fire suppression apparatus. FV-J. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS 13 level. Examples may include but are not limited to: analyzing and evaluating adequacy of fire protection systems; preparing and presenting complex code interpretations; conducting fire and life-safety designs in support of construction/installation projects for FAA facilities; provide professional engineering solutions to repair, modernize, operate and install fire suppression and fire reporting systems in new and existing FAA structures. FV-K. Possession of at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J, FG/GS 14 level. Examples may include but are not limited to: coordinate and oversee develop fire protection system plans, reports, assessments, analyses, findings and recommendations; investigating incidents to determine cause, develop corrective actions, track trends, and share lessons learned; interpret fire codes, standards, and directives and advise internal and external managers or stakeholders on industry best practices; plans and oversees execution of projects or studies advancing the state-of-the-art fire protection systems and designs for new and existing facilities/structures. Education This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page). Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration. Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation may be verified at the following website: www.ed.gov/accreditation. Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S. educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university. A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered. Additional Information We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions. Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. Leave Enhancement: FAA organizations may offer enhanced annual leave accrual to newly appointed or reappointed employees. In order to receive consideration for such a benefit, applicants' prior non-Federal service or active duty uniformed service must directly relate to the duties of the position to which appointed. Granting enhanced annual leave is at the sole discretion of the hiring organization, and granting such benefit is not an entitlement nor guaranteed to any newly hired employee. Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy. NOTES: 1) Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. 2) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed. 3) This position has a positive education requirement. Please see required documents. 4) Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job. 5) Please upload supporting documents into USAJOBS or 9-AHR-AHF-PUB-NOT@faa.gov and reference the announcement number. 6) Positions may be filled at any grade level. 7) This Public Notice will serve as a resume repository – positions may or may not be filled from this announcement. 8) Duty Location may be negotiable upon request. 9) Bargaining and non-bargaining positions may be filled. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA