A Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) is a special hiring authority granted by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to Federal agencies. It is used to address critical hiring needs or a severe shortage of candidates for specific positions.
With DHA, agencies can bypass standard hiring procedures and appoint qualified candidates directly into competitive service career, career-conditional, term, or temporary positions. This flexibility allows agencies to quickly fill roles that traditional hiring methods cannot meet due to urgency or skill scarcity.
Critical Mission Vacancies at USACE
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking talented individuals to fill critical vacancies in the following positions:
- 0340: Program and Project Manager
- 0802: Engineering Technician
- 0809: Construction Control Technician
- 0810: Civil Engineer
- 0830: Mechanical Engineer
- 0850: Electrical Engineer
- 08XX: Construction Engineer
- 08XX: Cost Engineer
- 08XX: Structural Engineer
- 1102: Contracting Specialist
- 1170: Realty Specialist
Qualifications
To qualify for a tentative selection under DHA, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications established by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). These qualifications include a combination of experience, education, or both, relevant to the position.
Why Join USACE?
By joining USACE through Direct-Hire Authority, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and advance your career while making a significant impact on the nation.