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Summary Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Small Craft Operator. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty Location: Antioch, California Responsibilities -Serve as a boat operator in support of the Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) and associated aquatic resource monitoring and research activities in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and San Francisco Bay estuary (Bay-Delta). -As part of a team, identify meaningful changes in any significant water quality parameters potentially related to operation of the State Water Project (SWP) or the Central Valley Project (CVP) and reveal trends in ecological changes potentially related to SWP/CVP operations. -Participate in monthly sampling of water quality, phytoplankton, zooplankton and benthos at some two dozen stations stipulated by the California State Water Resources Control Board in its Revised Water Right Decision 1641. -Responsible for the safe operation of the research vessel, Delta Marine, including maintaining the boat in operating condition by performing general maintenance, scheduling repairs, replenishing supplies, loading cargo, etc. -The R/V Endeavor accommodates a crew of up to 10 for daily operations and accommodates a crew of 6 for longer overnight studies. -Operating the 50-foot, R/V Endeavor engaged in aquatic resource monitoring and research and hydrographic survey work. The vessel has a 15.3-ft beam, displaces 25 net tons, has a 3.5-ft draft, and is powered by twin Cummins 6.7 inline six cylinder diesels each rated at 480 hp. -Maneuver the vessel in tide rips, narrow channels, and in close proximity to rocks, shoals, and other vessels, allowing for propeller effect at low speeds, tendency to carry headway, and piloting effect of rudder movements during turns. -Operate electronic equipment such as radars, communication radios, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and depth sounders for best reception, accurate null, proper range and clearest image. -Interpret navigation and current charts, light lists, coast pilot and other pilot publications to determine channels, shoals, navigation aids, shipping lanes, landmarks, shore appearance, safe operating depths, and course. -Operate, train, and supervise scientific personnel in the operation of the physical systems and oceanographic equipment aboard the vessel. -Keep engines in operating condition by checking and making minor engine repairs and adjustments; replacing simple, readily accessible parts; checking and adding fuel, lube-oil, and battery water; cleaning strainers, filters and fuel lines. -Direct and instruct the use of safety equipment such as first aid materials, floatation devices, fire extinguishers, water spray monitors, and emergency signals. 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 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 will be required to obtain a successful pre-employment physical examination by a licensed physician certifying your ability to perform the duties of this position. A physical exam may not be required if a comparable agency approved examination was performed within the last 12 months. The cost of the exam will be reimbursed by the agency. You will be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment as a condition of employment. This position is also subject to random drug testing. Approximately 5% overnight travel is required. Required to operate a government-owned or leased vehicle in the performance of your official duties. Must possess and maintain a safe driving record. Qualifications Your application materials must demonstrate sufficient experience and training to perform the duties of this position without more than normal supervision. Qualifications will be determined on the basis of information submitted within your resume and responses to the assessment questions. For information about qualifications for Federal Wage System positions please, visit OPM. Minimum qualifications for trades and labor positions are determined by evaluation of job elements. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements in order to be considered qualified for this position. 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Selective Placement Factor: This position requires a current, valid U.S. Coast Guard License to operate vessels up to 50 gross tons with current endorsement in coastal and inland waters. Failure to provide proof of such license will cause you to be rated ineligible for this position. You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors if applicable, by 05/08/2024. Education This position does not allow substituting education for experience. Additional Information You may be required to serve an initial probationary period. Current, permanent Federal employees who are selected from this announcement may be required to serve a probationary period. 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. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses are authorized with the exception of the Guaranteed Home Sale Provision or first-post-of-duty relocation expenses are authorized, as applicable. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), signed into law December 2017, suspends the moving expense deduction and the exclusion from income of qualified employer reimbursements of moving expenses that was allowed under previous tax laws. Employer reimbursements for moving costs are now generally taxed at the same rate as ordinary income. 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 information, 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 LOW RISK position. It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated SF85 Background Investigation (T1 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 This is a bargaining unit position represented by a Union. Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.