Physical Scientist (Environmental)

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), in Technical Services (EPS), within Pollution, Prevention and Abatement (EP), Environment, Fish and Wildlife (E). A successful candidate in the Physical Scientist (Environmental) position will provide scientific and technical expertise for Program Implementation, Regional Services or Technical Services for pollution prevention and abatement programs, projects, and natural resource protection/management issues. In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment: This position requires a valid driver's license as a condition of employment. Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license in order to operate leased, private or government-owned motor vehicles, which are required to carry out assigned duties. After employment, this position may be subject to periodic physical examinations, as prescribed by competent medical authority and at BPA expense, if exposed to health hazards. A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check. Moderate physical lifting as well as other is also required. The work involves lifting and positioning generators weighing up to 50 lbs. Frequent overnight travel (11 or more days of overnight travel per month for field work). The work is performed in a variety of weather conditions. Work is performed in the office and field. Fieldwork requires moderate physical exertion hiking through BPA rights of way, which includes very steep and uneven terrain. Exposure to hazardous substances and various types of contamination may occur. Protective clothing and respiratory equipment are required when appropriate. Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.