Job Description
Summary This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Western Region in Coolidge, Arizona; Phoenix, Arizona. The incumbent exercises delegated authority to carry out program functions and services that constitute the essential purpose of Irrigation and Utility projects in the Western Region.
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As Program Manager (General Manager - Irrigation and Utility Services), GS-0340, your typical work assignments may include, but not limited to:
- Is responsible for management of the trust responsibility and natural resources development activities that contribute to the economic impact of the Irrigation and Utility projects.
- Lead and support programs to further efficiency and effectiveness of services provided to electric and water users under the projects.
- Oversee one of the specific projects - the San Carlos Irrigation Project - that delivers irrigation water to 100,000 acres of irrigated lands, half of which are Indian lands and the remaining half of being privately owned lands of non-Indians.
- Oversee the operation and maintenance of all project facilities including storage reservoirs, main canals, diversion works, irrigation wells, and electric power transmission and distributions system.
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Conditions of employment - U.S. Citizenship Required
- As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated
- A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
- If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
- Incumbent is required to operate a government motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver's license, and have a safe driving record within the 3 year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607.
- Notice of Financial Disclosure Report Requirement: This position is subject to a financial disclosure requirement, and you will be required to complete either OGE Form 278e or OGE Form 450 as applicable within 30 days of your appointment
- NOTE: THE PAY FLEXIBILITIES OF A RELOCATION BONUS OR RECRUITMENT BONUS MAY BE AUTHORIZED, PENDING AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS AND MANAGEMENT APPROVAL. A SERVICE AGREEMENT WILL BE REQUIRED.
Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions for GS-0340-15: Program Manager).
GS-15 Minimum Qualifications: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to at least the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service: Managing, leading, and furnishing administrative support for Irrigation and/or Utility Project programs to further the efficiency and effectiveness of services provided; holding ultimate accountability for Federal and/or non-Federal funds, manpower, and property allocated to complex, multi-million dollar Irrigation and/or Utility Projects to accomplish their responsibilities; and coordinating program efforts by providing general supervision and guidance to subordinate branch managers of such projects.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date.
Education There is no educational requirement, and there is no educational substitute for the specialized experience required for this position.
Additional information All new hires earn the beginning salary of their pay grade (Step 1). See 2026 Salary Tables and select the pay chart for Coolidge, Arizona; Phoenix, Arizona. If no specific chart is listed for this geographic location, see the "rest of U.S." chart.
The probationary or trial period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your [probationary period -OR- trial period] your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
This is a supervisory position. Under provision of the Civil Service Reform Act, first-time supervisors are required to serve a one year supervisory probationary period before their appointment becomes final. Those who do not satisfactorily complete this probationary period will be returned to positions of no lower grade and pay than those they occupied before assuming their supervisory assignment.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) OR Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF50 noting position, grade level, duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For more information visit:
SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITY: Certain candidates may be eligible to apply under a special hiring authority including those for disabled individuals, Peace Corps employees, Foreign Service employees, veterans, etc. For more information, visit the following OPM websites: USAJOBS Information Center: Vets Info Guide:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Work at office, Immediate start, Trial period, Relocation package