Job details
Salary $98,334 - $127,835 a year job type full-time
Full job description
Duties
Summary
The position is located within the program and evaluation (peh) organization of energy efficiency (pe), power services (p), bonneville power administration (bpa).
The purpose of this position is to lead and perform energy efficiency evaluation and research in the planning and evaluation groupThis includes market research to quantify momentum savings and evaluation of bpa`s programs.
Responsibilities
As a public utilities specialist, you will:
Develop the strategy, design and implementation of market research and evaluations for bpa energy efficiency programs.
Oversee contractor implementation of market research activities, including development of research strategies, methodologies, and models.
Oversee contractor implementation of energy efficiency evaluations, including billing analysis, engineering analysis, review of statistical models and cost-effectiveness analysis.
Conduct technical analysis and review of energy efficiency evaluations and market research projects.
Oversee development of evaluation and research reports.
Provide oversight on contractor work deliverables and support manager in procuring contract resources.
Manage the budget for evaluation and market research and support manager in developing annual budget proposals.
Perform internal and external engagement on market research and evaluation.
Collaborate with bpa`s customers and other regional stakeholders to present and seek feedback on plans, strategies, data collection, analysis and results.
Track new research and evaluation activities used by other utilities nationally and internationally for applicability to bpa and the northwest.
Travel required
Occasional travel - you may be expected to travel for this position.
Supervisory status
No
Promotion potential
None
Job family (series)
1130 public utilities specialist
Requirements
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Must be a u.sCitizen or national.
This employer participates in the e-verify program.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for selective service.
Suitable for federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Qualifications
Specialized experience requirements: a qualified candidate`s online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (gs-13) in the federal serviceSpecialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) leading a team of technical experts to conduct energy efficiency research, 2) developing and reviewing statistical models to improve processes and systems for an energy efficiency program.
`experience` refers to paid and unpaid experienceExamples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through national service programs (such as peace corps and americorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizationsVolunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employmentYou will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Time-in-grade: current federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.
Ctap/ictap candidates: to be considered `well qualified` you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
Additional information
The u.sDepartment of energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across doe.
For general information on government-wide telework polices visit: www.telework.gov
Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to applyFor more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the fedshirevets website.
If you believe that you are eligible for the interagency career transition assistance program (ictap), please visit the opm ictap/ctap website for more informationIn order to be considered under the ictap program, your application must score within the pre-established `well qualified` category as stated in the qualifications section.
All males born after december 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding selective service registrationTo learn more about this law, visit the selective service web page, who must registerIf you are not registered and don`t have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the federal government.
Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year.
Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation.
When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specificallyYou must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully.
A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin workCurrent federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.
Selectee will be required to complete the office of government ethics standard of confidential financial disclosure report (ofge450e) within 30 days of employment and annually.
Eeo policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo
Reasonable accommodation policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/raps
Veterans information: http://www.usajobs.gov/vi
Telework: www.telework.gov
Selective service registration: http://www.sss.gov/
Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
Bpa strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by leadership behaviorsFor more information on leadership behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/leadershipbehaviors
We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family membersBpa also supports employees` overall wellness through its be well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balanceThe program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement closes, we will conduct a review of your application package to verify your eligibility and qualificationsIf you are found qualified, your application will move forward to additional phases of the review process.
Merit promotion & veoa procedures: if you are minimally qualified for this job, your responses to the self-assessment questions (true/false, yes/ no, multiple choice questions) will be evaluated to determine if you are a best qualified candidateIf you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this jobDue weight will also be given to federal employees, when applicable, for performance appraisals and awards in accordance with 5 cfr § 335.103(b)(3)Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements and current employees must have at least a fully successful or equivalent performance rating to receive consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
Influencing/negotiating
Oral communication
Planning and evaluating
Strategic thinking
Teamwork
Technical competence
Non-competitive procedures: if you are applying under a non-competitive or special hiring authority, you will still be required to answer the assessment questionsHowever, you will not be evaluated against the rating and ranking criteria.
Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you are minimally qualified for this jobVeterans` preference will be applied when required by the hiring authority (e.g., vra, schedule a).
All qualified non-competitive applicants and the best qualified merit promotion and veoa applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration.
Career transition assistance programs: to receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet the eligibility criteria; and 2) be rated `well-qualified`, which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (10/06/2021) of this announcement.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/viewquestionnaire/11246572.
Background checks and security clearance
Security clearance
Not required
Drug test required
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (ns)/low risk
Trust determination process
Credentialing, suitability/fitness
Required documents
Required documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package which includes:
Your resume showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
Cover letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume.
Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcementUnofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptableIt is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
Submit one or more of the following to support your eligibility(s) to Apply Now announcement:
Sf-50, `notification of personnel action` (current/former federal employees): most recent promotion, within rate increase (wri/wgi), or appointment/conversion sf-50 or notification of personnel action showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held.
Veterans: dd-214 member copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; current active duty members- certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; sf-15 form and related documentation; va letterFor more information visit the usajobs help center & opm chcoc website for vow information.
Individuals with disabilities: schedule a letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation office citing your eligibility under 5 cfr 213.3102 (u)For more information visit the usajobs help center.
Certain military spouses: permanent change of station (pcs) orders authorizing you to accompany the military member to the new duty permanent station; or verification of the member`s 100% disability (va letter); and/or verification of the member`s death while on active duty (dd-1300 and death certificate) and verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage)For more information visit the usajobs help center.
Other non-competitive or special appointing authorities: provide documentation which supports your eligibility.
Career transition assistance program/interagency career transition assistance program documentation, if applicable(e.g., certification of expected separation, reduction-in-force separation notice, or notice of proposed removal; sf-50 that documents the rif separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) for more information see the opm guide to career transition.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application packageIt is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Benefits
Benefits
A career with the u.sGovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new windowlearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Help
This job is open to
Career transition (ctap, ictap, rpl)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a `surplus` or `displaced` employee.
Federal employees - competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Individuals with disabilities
Land & base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
Military spouses
Peace corps & americorps vista
Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
Veterans
Clarification from the agency
Current federal employees with competitive status or other eligibility; former federal employees with reinstatement eligibility; ctap/ictap eligibles; veterans with vow, veoa, or 30% disability; military spouses; individuals with disabilities schedule a; peace corps, vista (americorps) eligibles; those eligible under an opm interchange agreement or other special appointing authority.
