Summary This position is located in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), NY-West Engineering The incumbent serves as area, zone or state engineer and is responsible for providing technical guidance and leadership in the overall planning, design, installation, and maintenance of the engineering phases of soil and water conservation practices as well as watershed flood protection programs. Responsibilities Provides engineering leadership across a diverse geographic area and coordinates with state and federal partners Conducts quality assurance reviews of engineering work performed by staff with lower Job Approval Authority. Evaluates effectiveness of engineering practices and contributes to revisions of technical documents Serves as or directs the Contracting Officer’s Representative for construction contracts Improves work processes and promotes team collaboration. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to quali...