Summary
This position is in Region 10, Water Division. About Region 10: https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-10-pacific-northwest
This is an office-centered position*–you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected).
*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.
Duties
At the entry level of this position, you will:
- Plan, develop, and implement Environmental Protection Program.
- Review financial agreements, including grants, cooperative agreements, task orders and/or work assignments within existing contracts, and inter-agency agreements.
- Develop and implement program outreach initiatives, activities, and communication strategies to state, local and tribal governments, and regulated communities and the public.
- Respond to public and regional inquiries by providing technical support and collaborating with regional cross program teams, as well as with external agencies.
You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.
One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.
When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.