Interdisciplinary (Acoustic Modeler)
The mission of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is to manage ocean energy and mineral resources on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) in a manner that balances energy independence, economic development, and environmental protection. Energy resources on the OCS include oil and natural gas, as well as sources of renewable energy. Marine mineral resources include sand, gravel, and other non-energy minerals. For each major stage of offshore energy and mineral planning and development, BOEM conducts reviews under a suite of environmental laws (e.g., National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA)). These reviews and related public engagement help inform the Bureau's decisions on conventional and renewable energy exploration, leasing and development activities, as well as marine mineral activities for coastal restoration projects. Additionally, BOEM's scientists oversee environmental studies to ensure the best available information is used to inform decision- making. To comply with these environmental laws, BOEM must assess the potential impacts of human-made noise (created by a number of BOEM activities) on marine species in the OCS. In order to better understand and analyze the impacts of these anthropogenic noises, BOEM is establishing an in-house, state-of -the-art Center for Marine Acoustics (CMA), which will include capabilities for developing and running underwater acoustic models. The goal of the CMA is to support all noise-related aspects of BOEM's environmental analyses, including routine NEPA documents, MMPA and ESA consultations, internal BOEM technical reports, and prioritization of scientific studies. The incumbent serves as an Acoustic Modeler in the Office of Environmental Programs (OEP) or Office of Renewable Energy Programs. At the full performance level (GS-13) the major duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:
1. Acquires and implements a suite of underwater acoustic propagation models, dedicated marine mammal movement models and supporting software and databases capable of modeling potential acoustic impacts or other important acoustic analyses for all underwater acoustic sources regulated by BOEM. Develops supporting software to link existing models and maintain results of modeling efforts. 2. Uses expertise in scientific discipline and analytical techniques to author or review technical documents related to acoustic modeling or perform specialized analyses on impacts of human-made noise on marine species. 3. Prepares, or assists in preparing documents, Departmental and Bureau correspondence, and briefing materials concerning acoustic issues, including those related to decisions, public or stakeholder inquiries, and or congressional requests. Presents to Bureau and Departmental leadership. 4. Recommends field, laboratory, modeling, and/or synthesis studies necessary to adequately assess the environmental impacts from OCS activities. 5. Coordinates procurement of environmental studies and manages contractual agreements as Contracting Officer Representative. Prepares and reviews statements of work, procurement packages (including government cost-estimates) and evaluates proposals for technical adequacy, programmatic consistency, and cost-effectiveness. 6. Forms and maintains constructive working relationships with other Regional/Program Offices and Interior bureaus. Liaisons with other stakeholders on issues concerning BOEM decision-making, rulemaking, and other aspects of OCS activities dealing with environmental issues and assessment. 7. Represents the findings of BOEM's environmental analysis and research to the public, key stakeholders, and other experts at meetings. BOEM has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. Salary Range Information:
GS-09:
$59,534 - $77,396 Per annum. GS-11:
$72,030 - $93,638 Per annum. GS-12:
$86,335 - $112,240 Per annum. GS-13:
$102,663 - $133,465 Per annum. First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. This vacancy is also announced as BOEM-MMGG-20-KS-072(DEU) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Competitive Examining procedures. To qualify for this position you must meet the (1) Basic Educational Requirements AND (2) Specialized Experience for the series/grade to which you are applying. (1) Basic Educational Requirements:
In addition to the specialized experience requirements for this position, applicants must meet the Education Requirements described below:
General Engineer- 801:
A. Degree:
Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must:
(1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics:
(a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. -OR- B. Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following listed below:
Professional registration or licensure Written Test Specified academic courses Related curriculum To view more information, click on the link below:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Physical Scientist 1301:
A. 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- B. 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. Mathematician- 1501 A. Degree:
Mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. -OR- B. Combination of education and
Experience:
Courses equivalent to a major field of study as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. (2) Specialized Experience GS-9 Specialized
Experience:
To qualify at the GS-9 grade level, you must have at least one FULL year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level. Specialized experience is 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 position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience 1)running established underwater acoustic models OR experience in at least one of the following:
2) using computer coding language like Matlab, python, R, C+
or similar; 3) integrating and interpreting model outputs to address targeted technical scenarios and presenting results in written or oral formats; or 4) using applied statistical analysis or coursework demonstrating knowledge in applied statistical analysis. -OR- Education:
2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree. -OR- Combination of education and
Experience:
Possess a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. GS-11 Specialized
Experience:
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level, you must have at least one FULL year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level. Specialized experience is 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 position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience 1) running established underwater acoustic models AND experience in at least one of the following:
2) using computer coding language like Matlab, python, R, C+
or similar; 3) writing own code to process complex data sets; 4) integrating and interpreting model outputs to address targeted technical scenarios and presenting results in written or oral formats; or 5) using applied statistical analysis or coursework demonstrating knowledge in applied statistical analysis. -OR- Education:
3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree -OR- Combination of education and
Experience:
Possess a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. GS-12 Specialized
Experience:
(Please note, education cannot be substituted at the GS-12 Grade level and higher) To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, you must have at least one FULL year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level. Specialized experience is 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 position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience 1) running, modifying and creating underwater acoustic models AND experience in at least ONE of the following:
2) using computer coding language like Matlab, python, R, C+
or similar; 3) writing own code to process complex data sets; 4) integrating and interpreting model outputs to address targeted technical scenarios and presenting results in written or oral formats; or 5) using applied statistical analysis. GS-13 Specialized
Experience:
(Please note, education cannot be substituted at the GS-12 Grade level and higher) To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, you must have at least one FULL year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level. Specialized experience is 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 position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience 1) running, modifying and creating underwater acoustic models AND experience in at least TWO of the following:
2) using computer coding language like Matlab, python, R, C+
or similar; 3) writing own code to process complex data sets; 4) integrating and interpreting model outputs to address targeted technical scenarios and presenting results in written or oral formats; or 5) using applied statistical analysis. NOTE:
You must submit your transcripts to show that you meet this requirement. Failure to submit your transcripts will result in an Ineligible rating. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website:
https:
//www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
1. Acquires and implements a suite of underwater acoustic propagation models, dedicated marine mammal movement models and supporting software and databases capable of modeling potential acoustic impacts or other important acoustic analyses for all underwater acoustic sources regulated by BOEM. Develops supporting software to link existing models and maintain results of modeling efforts. 2. Uses expertise in scientific discipline and analytical techniques to author or review technical documents related to acoustic modeling or perform specialized analyses on impacts of human-made noise on marine species. 3. Prepares, or assists in preparing documents, Departmental and Bureau correspondence, and briefing materials concerning acoustic issues, including those related to decisions, public or stakeholder inquiries, and or congressional requests. Presents to Bureau and Departmental leadership. 4. Recommends field, laboratory, modeling, and/or synthesis studies necessary to adequately assess the environmental impacts from OCS activities. 5. Coordinates procurement of environmental studies and manages contractual agreements as Contracting Officer Representative. Prepares and reviews statements of work, procurement packages (including government cost-estimates) and evaluates proposals for technical adequacy, programmatic consistency, and cost-effectiveness. 6. Forms and maintains constructive working relationships with other Regional/Program Offices and Interior bureaus. Liaisons with other stakeholders on issues concerning BOEM decision-making, rulemaking, and other aspects of OCS activities dealing with environmental issues and assessment. 7. Represents the findings of BOEM's environmental analysis and research to the public, key stakeholders, and other experts at meetings. BOEM has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. Salary Range Information:
GS-09:
$59,534 - $77,396 Per annum. GS-11:
$72,030 - $93,638 Per annum. GS-12:
$86,335 - $112,240 Per annum. GS-13:
$102,663 - $133,465 Per annum. First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. This vacancy is also announced as BOEM-MMGG-20-KS-072(DEU) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Competitive Examining procedures. To qualify for this position you must meet the (1) Basic Educational Requirements AND (2) Specialized Experience for the series/grade to which you are applying. (1) Basic Educational Requirements:
In addition to the specialized experience requirements for this position, applicants must meet the Education Requirements described below:
General Engineer- 801:
A. Degree:
Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must:
(1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics:
(a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. -OR- B. Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following listed below:
Professional registration or licensure Written Test Specified academic courses Related curriculum To view more information, click on the link below:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Physical Scientist 1301:
A. 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- B. 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. Mathematician- 1501 A. Degree:
Mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. -OR- B. Combination of education and
Experience:
Courses equivalent to a major field of study as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. (2) Specialized Experience GS-9 Specialized
Experience:
To qualify at the GS-9 grade level, you must have at least one FULL year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level. Specialized experience is 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 position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience 1)running established underwater acoustic models OR experience in at least one of the following:
2) using computer coding language like Matlab, python, R, C+
or similar; 3) integrating and interpreting model outputs to address targeted technical scenarios and presenting results in written or oral formats; or 4) using applied statistical analysis or coursework demonstrating knowledge in applied statistical analysis. -OR- Education:
2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree. -OR- Combination of education and
Experience:
Possess a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. GS-11 Specialized
Experience:
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level, you must have at least one FULL year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level. Specialized experience is 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 position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience 1) running established underwater acoustic models AND experience in at least one of the following:
2) using computer coding language like Matlab, python, R, C+
or similar; 3) writing own code to process complex data sets; 4) integrating and interpreting model outputs to address targeted technical scenarios and presenting results in written or oral formats; or 5) using applied statistical analysis or coursework demonstrating knowledge in applied statistical analysis. -OR- Education:
3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree -OR- Combination of education and
Experience:
Possess a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. GS-12 Specialized
Experience:
(Please note, education cannot be substituted at the GS-12 Grade level and higher) To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, you must have at least one FULL year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level. Specialized experience is 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 position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience 1) running, modifying and creating underwater acoustic models AND experience in at least ONE of the following:
2) using computer coding language like Matlab, python, R, C+
or similar; 3) writing own code to process complex data sets; 4) integrating and interpreting model outputs to address targeted technical scenarios and presenting results in written or oral formats; or 5) using applied statistical analysis. GS-13 Specialized
Experience:
(Please note, education cannot be substituted at the GS-12 Grade level and higher) To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, you must have at least one FULL year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level. Specialized experience is 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 position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience 1) running, modifying and creating underwater acoustic models AND experience in at least TWO of the following:
2) using computer coding language like Matlab, python, R, C+
or similar; 3) writing own code to process complex data sets; 4) integrating and interpreting model outputs to address targeted technical scenarios and presenting results in written or oral formats; or 5) using applied statistical analysis. NOTE:
You must submit your transcripts to show that you meet this requirement. Failure to submit your transcripts will result in an Ineligible rating. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website:
https:
//www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
- Department:
0801 General Engineering - Salary Range:
$59,534 to $133,465 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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