Supervisory General Engineer (Director) Direct Hire

The Supervisory General Engineer (Director):

• Develops a strategic approach to the development implementation and coordination of thenationwide pipeline safety enforcement program.
• Develops and implements enforcement policy on compliance and enforcement matters for application byfederal and state officials. Interprets policy and assists with resolving differences when conflicts ofinterpretation arise.
• Develops performance measures and indicators to track enforcement program impact and outcomes inaccordance with the Government Performance and Results Act.
• Develops the Office of Pipeline Safety enforcement procedures and guidelines used in securing evidence of compliance and noncompliance with the federal pipeline safety standards using due processmandated by Federal laws.
• Develops new techniques for determining the existence of noncompliance and correlates the resultsobtained by use of those techniques with the intent of regulations and past field as appropriate with the Office of Inspector General Department of Justice and the PHMSAChief Counsels Office on criminal cases.

PHMSA desires a candidate with a proven record of managing a pipeline safety enforcement program related to the transportation of natural gas petroleum and other hazardous materials by pipeline. An individual who consistently manages and maximizes personnel potential through delegation coaching empowerment and accountability. The candidate must be capable of adapting quickly to complexities and challenges and possess sound judgement and willingness to make decisions during stressful environments.

• You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify.
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
• Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
• Direct Hire Authority/SME will be used to fill this position.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

• SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
• GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
• BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:A background security investigation is required for all selected individuals. Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of the security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
• DRUGTEST:This position has been determined to be a critical safety/security position as defined in the Department of Transportation (DOT) Order DOT 3910.1D entitled Drugand Alcohol-Free Departmental Workplace. Therefore if selected for the position you will be required to submit to a pre-employment/pre-appointment drug test you will also be subject to Random Drug Testing.
• PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: New supervisors must complete a 1-year probationary period (unless already completed).

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position you must meet the specialized experience requirements.

To qualify for the Grade 15 you must have at least one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to the GS-14 it must include:

• Experience applying regulations for the Federal pipeline safety program. Knowledge of the practice and operations of the pipeline industry as it relates to compliance with Federal safety regulations.
• Experience leading a diverse workforce including creating a culture that fosters high standards of ethics; developing strategies tomaximize employee potential; developing performance plans and monitoring performance; resolving conflicts; fostering workforcediversity on the staff and recognizing staff contribution.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Safety Engineering: Knowledge of engineering concepts principles and practices applicable to the designconstruction operation and/or maintenance of natural gas and/or hazardous liquid pipeline systems andmaterials.
• Labor Law: Knowledge of the practices and operations of the pipeline industry in compliance with Federal safety regulations and safety programs administered by the states.
• Manages and Organizes Information: Successfully coordinate with pipeline stakeholders in the development of regulations and standards and advocate program objectives.
• Conflict Management: Manages and resolves conflicts grievances confrontations or disagreements in a constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact.
• Writing: Writes in a clear concise organized and convincing manner for the intended audience.

For all types of consideration 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.

For additional information about applying to Federal positions please click on the following link: applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.