Supervisor II Hydro-Maintenance (Operations)

Department of the Interior

Coulee Dam, Washington Full-time $66 – $71 Closes Jul 23, 2026

Summary

Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Supervisor II Hydro-Maintenance (Operations). You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty Location: Coulee Dam, Washington

Duties

  • Provides day-to-day leadership and directs work assignments in relation to Grand Coulee Dam power operations.
  • Oversees work practices to ensure compliance with industry safety standards and precedents.
  • Identifies and schedules all lock-out relays to be tested.
  • Prepares and documents correct testing procedures for each lock-out relay in accordance with Reclamation's Hazardous Energy Control Program instructions and standards.
  • Ensures training and certification requirements are met for all power operations personnel in accordance with industry standards.
  • Performs other related duties assigned within this job classification.

Requirements

  • You must be a U.S.
  • Citizen or U.S.
  • You must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
  • You must submit a resume and supporting documentation (see Required Documents).
  • You must submit proof of eligibility documents with your application for claimed veterans' consideration (see Required Documents).
  • You must maintain a valid State Driver's License at all times as the position requires operation of government vehicles on government and public roads.
  • Failure to maintain a valid State Driver's License at all times will result in removal from the position.
  • This position is designated as a MODERATE RISK PUBLIC TRUST position.
  • It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated Public Trust Suitability Background Investifation (T2S of T2RS or equivalent) this is current (within the last 5 years).
  • This is a condition of employment.
  • Continue to the Additional Information section for the Condition of Employment For Probationary Period.
  • May Apply: 30% or More Disabled
  • Veterans Bureau of Reclamation Employees (Competitive) Bureau of Reclamation Employees (Non-Competitive) Career Transition Assistance
  • Plan (CTAP) Department of the Interior Employees (Competitive) Department of the Interior Employees (Non-Competitive) Federal Employees (Competitive Transfer) Federal Employees (Non-Competitive Transfer) Former Federal Employees (Competitive Reinstatement) Former Federal Employees (Non-Competitive Reinstatement) Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A) Interagency Career Transition Assistance
  • Plan (ICTAP) Military Spouses Miscellaneous Appointing Authorities Peace Corps & AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteers Public Lands Corps (PLC) Hiring Authority Special Hiring Authorities
  • Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA)
  • Veterans Recruitment Authority (VRA)

Education

This position does not allow substituting education for experience.

Required Documents

  • Please submit the supporting documents outlined below applicable to your claimed eligibility status and the position and grade to which you are applying.
  • Failing to submit required documents will result in non-consideration due to an incomplete application package.
  • RESUME: You must submit a resume that demonstrates how skills and experiences through job duties meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the job announcement to be considered for the job.
  • Each job experience must include dates of employment including start and end dates (month and year), work schedule (full-time or part-time), and hours worked per week.
  • Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted.
  • The minimum font size is 10-point for all body text.
  • Headers may be slightly larger but must remain legible.
  • All resumes must maintain a minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides to ensure readability and prevent excessive content compression.
  • Including supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited and will not be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
  • For more information, click here.
  • PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL: Please submit 1) a copy of your most recent performance appraisal/evaluation, and 2) a list of any awards (e.g. superior performance awards, special act/achievement awards, quality step increase, etc.) you received in the last 5 years.
  • Any performance appraisal/evaluation and award documentation you provide will be forwarded to the selecting official.
  • The selecting official will review this documentation and give it due weight consideration during the overall selection process.
  • If you do not have your most recent performance appraisal/evaluation, please submit a statement as to why it is not available.
  • Please indicate if any prior performance appraisals/evaluations were at an acceptable level.
  • This documentation is required to be considered as a current or former federal employee and optional for all other appointment types (e.g., veterans, individuals with disabilities, etc.) FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Competitive
  • Service current and/or former federal employees eligible for
  • Promotion, Reassignment, Transfer, Reinstatement, etc.
  • You must submit a copy of your SF-50, verifying highest rate of pay and documenting career or career-conditional status in the competitive service (Tenure 1 or 2) for which the applicant is claiming eligibility.
  • Do not submit award SF-50s.
  • If you are applying for a higher grade and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one year time-in-grade requirement so you will need to provide an
  • SF-50 which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include
  • Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
  • For more information, click here.
  • CAREER TRANSITION PROGRAMS: Permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated.
  • You must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
  • To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including selective factors, education and experience requirements) and score at least 85.0 on the assessment questionnaire as established, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
  • For more information, click here.
  • VETERANS: Veterans preference eligible under VRA (GS-11 and below only), VEOA, 30% or more Disabled, or Disabled Veterans Enrolled in a VA Training Program.
  • If you are claiming eligibility based on veterans preference entitlement, you must submit a copy of your latest
  • Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service.
  • If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
  • For more information, click here.
  • PUBLIC LAND CORPS: Former PLC members.
  • You must provide a copy of your signed Certificate of Non-Competitive Eligibility and clearly state in your resume time served and duties performed on an appropriate conservation project.
  • For more information, click here.
  • OTHER HIRING AUTHORITIES: Applicants claiming eligibility based on a Special Hiring Authority must submit applicable proof of eligibility as outlined in the following site(s): Special Hiring Authorities, Schedule A, Peace Corps & AmeriCorps, Interchange Agreement, Military Spouse.
  • Failure to provide all of the required informtion as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

About this role

The Supervisor II Hydro-Maintenance (Operations) position and is based in Coulee Dam, Washington. Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Supervisor II Hydro-Maintenance (Operations).

Day to day, the role provides day-to-day leadership and directs work assignments in relation to Grand Coulee Dam power operations. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.

Who should apply

This role calls for United States citizenship, the ability to obtain and hold a security clearance, and a valid driver's license. It is graded at GS-11, which sets both the pay band and the level of experience reviewers expect you to document. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Supervisor II Hydro-Maintenance (Operations) position in Coulee Dam, Washington, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

Competitiveness for this Supervisor II Hydro-Maintenance (Operations) role depends mainly on how closely applicants match the stated qualifications. Because it is a supervisory or senior position, expect experienced candidates and a strong emphasis on a documented leadership and performance record. The security clearance requirement means a longer hiring timeline, so patience and an early application help. Based in Coulee Dam, Washington, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings.

This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.

Job Details

Department Department of the Interior
Job Type Full-time
Location Coulee Dam, Washington
Salary $66 – $71
Pay Period Per Hour
Closing Date Jul 23, 2026
Posted Jul 9, 2026
Source ID BOR-CPN-26-MP-12995512-LO
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