- Position Title
- Biologist
- Agency
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Announcement Number
- SCGV172401218795D Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, September 22, 2017 to Tuesday, October 3, 2017
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures? This category includes spouses of active duty military members. To be eligible you:
• Must have been married to your military sponsor prior to reporting to the new duty assignment; AND,
• Must have accompanied your military sponsor on a Permanent Change in Station (PCS) move; AND,
• The position for which you are applying must be within the commuting area of your military sponsor's new permanent duty station.
MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting documentation: You must provide acceptable documentation of your appointment eligibility which includes the following: a copy of PCS orders authorizing the spouse to accompany the service member to a new duty location, and proof of marriage to the service member. ?For more information please go to the following website: http://cpol.army.mil/library/permiss/6314.html.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures? This category includes spouses of active duty military members. To be eligible you:
• Must have been married to your military sponsor prior to reporting to the new duty assignment; AND,
• Must have accompanied your military sponsor on a Permanent Change in Station (PCS) move; AND,
• The position for which you are applying must be within the commuting area of your military sponsor's new permanent duty station.
MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting documentation: You must provide acceptable documentation of your appointment eligibility which includes the following: a copy of PCS orders authorizing the spouse to accompany the service member to a new duty location, and proof of marriage to the service member. ?For more information please go to the following website: http://cpol.army.mil/library/permiss/6314.html.
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application:A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee’s Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application:A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee’s Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Preferences
1.
Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.
1.
This position requires incumbent to obtain State of Florida Aquatic Category Pesticide License within 6 months of Entrance on Duty. I have, or am willing to obtain and maintain a State of Florida Aquatic Category Pesticide License.
2.
This position requires the incumbent to obtain a US Army Corps of Engineers Airboat Operator Certification within 6 months of reporting to duty. I am willing to obtain and maintain for the duration of my employment the appropriate certification.
3.
This position requires the incumbent to be travel 20% of the time. Are you willing to travel 20% of the time?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Biologist position with Department of the Army.
Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Biololgist at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Biologist at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Serice.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Conduct surveys of invasive species in aquatic ecosystems.
4.
Operate airboats and motorboats in remote areas.
5.
Conduct surveys of invasive species in terrestrial ecosystems.
6.
Assist in the management of invasive plant species projects.
7.
Assist in the removal of aquatic, wetland and terestrial invasive plant species.
8.
Understand invasive species to assist in the removal of aquatic plants.
9.
Manage conflicts between contentious stakeholders.
10.
Ability to manage confrontation and disagreements in the officeplace.
11.
Resolve conflicts with the public.
12.
Input biological and environmental information into databases and spreadsheets.
13.
Analyze biological information using databases and spreadsheets.
14.
Input and analyze data using GIS.
15.
Prepare correspondence on technical issues/policy matters.
16.
Participate in the planning of ecosystem resotration and invasive species management projects.
17.
Participate in the implementation of ecosystem restoration projects.
18.
Work with multiple agencies and stakeholders on natural resource management projects.
19.
Participate in public presentations to professional societies civil and educational groups.
20.
Presents findings on invasive species to management.
21.
Present educational and outreach material to the public.
22.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.