Summary Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Supervisory Interdisciplinary (Water Operations Chief). You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty Location: Sacramento, California Responsibilities Serves as the Manager of the Water Operations Division of the Central Valley Operations Office (CVOO). Manages the operations of integrated multipurpose water supply facilities of the Central Valley Project (CVP) and in coordination with the State Water Project. Supervises a group of engineers, technicians and support staff engaged in the collection, exchange, and analysis of hydrologic and related data cooperatively with other agencies; the planning of water operations, and development and issuance of hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and annual water release schedules and updates; the coordination of flood control operations with other agency activities; the development of operating criteria and procedures; the issuance of operation instructions; and the monitoring of operating performance to assure uniform and consistent application of instructions and procedures, operational coordination and the most efficient operation of the total system to meet numerous goals and requirements. Manages the operations of integrated multipurpose operation of the water supply facilities of the Central Valley Project (CVP) in accordance with flood control regulations, contractual agreements, water rights, and in coordination with the State Water Project and other partners. Responsible for the identification and evaluation of operating problems requiring engineering analysis or affecting the achievement of Reclamation objectives including optimum efficiency and effectiveness. Develops new and revisions of existing methods, tools and criteria for short and long-term forecasts of water supplies and for the determination of quality parameters required by contractual commitments to protect the environment in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, and CVP-managed rivers, and to maximize use of available water supplies. Collaborates with the Operations Manager in the development of long range, annual, and emergency operating plans with the Corps of Engineers and the State. Ensures the Central Valley Project operations are consistent with the Biological Opinions issued by the Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service , under the Endangered Species Act, and coordinates with Regional specialty offices and other agencies to ensure this compliance. Coordinates with FWS and NMFS on ESA consultations and directs the preparation of Operations Criteria and Plans for the operation of the CVP as necessary to comply with the Endangered Species Act. Makes intensive utilization of computer programming, systems analysis and operations research techniques in the development and implementation of centralized system data handling, real-time operating strategy models and other modernization efforts within the field of water operations. In collaboration with the Manager, SCADA Engineering/Operations Support Division, makes intensive utilization of digital computer techniques for system optimization and centralization system data handling. Establishes and maintains liaison relationships, as appropriate, with other Regional Office organizations, the Denver Office, and the Commissioner's Office to facilitate accomplishment of program objectives. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. You must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation. You must submit a resume and supporting documentation (see Required Documents). You must submit eligibility documents for veterans consideration (see Required Documents). You must meet any minimum education and/or experience requirements (see Qualifications). You must submit transcript(s) to verify education requirements (see Qualifications/Education). You must maintain a valid State Driver's License at all times as the position requires operation of government vehicles on government and public roads. Failure to maintain a valid State Driver's License at all times will result in removal from the position. You must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of application and is a condition of employment. Failure to maintain a Class A CDL will result in the termination of appointment. You will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Form. Who May Apply: Bureau of Reclamation Employees (Competitive) Bureau of Reclamation Employees (Non-Competitive) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) Department of the Interior Employees (Competitive) Department of the Interior Employees (Non-Competitive) Federal Employees (Competitive Transfer) Federal Employees (Non-Competitive Transfer) Former Federal Employees (Competitive Reinstatement) Former Federal Employees (Non-Competitive Reinstatement) Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) Military Spouses Peace Corps & AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteers Public Lands Corps (PLC) Hiring Authority Special Hiring Authorities Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) Qualifications Minimum Education Requirement: Applicants must meet the Basic Education Qualification Requirements listed below: MINIMUM EDUCATION FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING DISCIPLINE, GS-0810: Please see the description of qualifications required for the Civil Engineering discipline at the Office of Personnel Management's website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf MINIMUM EDUCATION FOR HYDROLOGY DISCIPLINE, GS-1315: Please see the description of qualifications required for the Biological Sciences discipline at the Office of Personnel Management's website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/hydrology-series-1315/ In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, to qualify at the GS-14 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 in Federal service. Specialized experience at this level is defined as: Senior level experience performing professional engineering work in support of program management of complex and difficult water resources issues. Work experience should demonstrate most of the following: water resources project/program development, planning, and budgeting; formulation and execution of comprehensive plans covering water resource activities; maintaining contact and collaborative working relationships with state, federal and local agencies, and Indian Tribes in implementing water resources management projects; providing counsel to higher organizational levels concerning water resource management issues; and ability to lead and supervise a multi-discipline staff. These examples are not all inclusive. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Applicants will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-In-Grade: Current career or career-conditional employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower-grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b). You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including time-in-grade restrictions and any selective placement factors if applicable, by 12/27/2024. Education This position has a mandatory education requirement. You must submit a copy of college transcript(s) (unofficial copy is acceptable) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. Non-submission will result in being rated not-qualified for the position. Accreditation: Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. For additional info, refer to the Office of Personnel Management and U.S. Department of Education. Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For additional info, refer to the U.S. Network for Education Information. Additional Information You may be required to serve an initial probationary period. You may be required to serve an initial supervisory probation period. This is an interdisciplinary position. Position may be filled by: Engineering, GS-0810 or Hydrologist, GS-1315 Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and you may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a Student Loan Repayment Benefit (SLRB). The decision to offer an SLRB will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: SLRB Program. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may request consideration for a Superior Qualifications Appointment. For information, visit: OPM Fact Sheet. Related non-Federal experience or related experience as retired members of the uniformed services may be credited towards computing entitlement to leave accrual, at managerial discretion, providing that experience meets certain criteria. This provision allows new employees to earn annual leave at a higher rate than would otherwise be allowed. (5 Code of Federal Regulations, 630). For additional information, please visit: Creditable Service for Annual Leave DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including applicant rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ This position is designated as a MODERATE RISK Public Trust position. It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated Public Trust Suitability Background Investigation (T2S or T2RS or equivalent) that is current (within the last 5 years). This is a condition of employment. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify registration with the Selective Service System or that the applicant is exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Go to: https://www.sss.gov Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.