US Army Corps of Engineers · 17 hours ago
Interdisciplinary (Section 408 Program Coordinator), GS-XXXX-12/13, Direct Hire Authority (DHA) (54091)
Jacksonville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelThe US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking an Interdisciplinary (Section 408 Program Coordinator) for the South Atlantic Division, Jacksonville District. This role involves overseeing the implementation of Section 408 of Title 33, U.S. Code, managing all aspects of the 408 program to ensure compliance, and maintaining effective relationships with various stakeholders.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serves as the 408 Program Manager for the Jacksonville District’s Programs and Project Management Division (PPMD) in the Programs and Project Delivery Branch
The Program Manager plays a key role in overseeing implementation of Section 408 of Title 33, U.S. Code, which governs permission requests to alter or affect USACE Civil Works projects such as dams, levees, and waterways
Responsibilities include managing all aspects of the 408 program to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and USACE processes
The manager develops budgets, prepares reports, and ensures accurate data management to support program execution
This position requires furnishing authoritative responses to 408 permission requests, questions, and issues, while representing the District Engineer and Deputy for Programs and Project Management when coordinating with local, state, and municipal authorities
The Program Manager integrates technical reviews throughout program phases, ensuring compliance, transparency, and well-documented decision-making
The role requires maintaining accurate records, providing timely updates through meeting notes, SPOTREPs, and data calls, and ensuring databases and trackers are up to date
A central responsibility is establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with federal, state, county, and municipal stakeholders engaged in the Section 408 program
The Program Manager also ensures all assigned tasks, suspenses, and inquiries are addressed in a timely and complete manner
This position demands a comprehensive understanding of Section 408 authorities and processes, the ability to coordinate interdisciplinary review teams, and the judgment to balance technical, policy, and stakeholder considerations
Serving as the main point of contact for the District’s 408 program, the manager ensures program objectives are achieved while safeguarding the public interest and maintaining the usefulness of USACE Civil Works projects
This position will also serve as a Project Manager to support projects under other programs within the division, providing leadership, coordination, and technical oversight as required
Qualification
Required
Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration
All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment
A trial or probationary period may be required
Direct deposit of pay is required
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 20% of the time
The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter
This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or its possessions to operate vehicles
This position has been designated as performing Project and/or Program Management functions. In accordance with USACE policy and the Program and Project Management Career Development Plan (CDP), Program and Project Managers are required to achieve CDP certification. Employees should consult with management regarding the applicable certification level and timeframe for completion, as this is a condition of employment
Benefits
Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
PCS expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
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