- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- 10119390-RFS-18-016-MT-BST Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, January 18, 2018 to Thursday, January 25, 2018
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Eligibilities
1.
This position has an age requirement. Enter or select your date of birth.
2.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
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; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
5.
Are you a U.S. citizen or national.
For example, you can apply to these jobs if you're a U.S. citizen or national or non-citizen and you:
Have never worked for the Federal Government.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but are in the excepted service.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but you're not eligible for merit promotion.
Are not sure if you're eligible for any other hiring path.
Even if you're eligible under one of the other hiring paths, you can still apply to jobs that are 'open to the public'.
For example, you can apply to these jobs if you're a U.S. citizen or national or non-citizen and you:
Have never worked for the Federal Government.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but are in the excepted service.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but you're not eligible for merit promotion.
Are not sure if you're eligible for any other hiring path.
Even if you're eligible under one of the other hiring paths, you can still apply to jobs that are 'open to the public'.
Preferences
1.
Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
1.
Thank you for your interest in completing the Occupational Questionnaire. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in making preliminary screening decisions for the Biological Science Technician (General) positions. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. Additional steps in the selection process are designed to verify your stated level of experience and capability.
Condition of Employment: Valid State Drivers License is required.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
I possess a valid state driver's license.
Knowledge and skill in taking exact measurements, performing mathematics, some of which may be complicated, and keeping detailed and precise records to collect and assemble data.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Collect biological data in the field on plant species
4.
Collect biological data on plant species
5.
Gather biological data on fish or wildlife species
6.
Record technical data on habitat conditions
7.
Use geographic information system units for data collection
Substantial knowledge of biological work, and skill to resolve a full range of irregular or problem situations when performing a variety of tasks.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Conduct biological surveys
9.
Conduct biological surveys for wildlife in various habitats
10.
Conduct biological surveys on productivity of wildlife populations
11.
Conduct bird counts to estimate abundance
12.
Conduct vegetation surveys on wildlife habitat
13.
Assist with bird banding activities
14.
Identify noxious weeds that may affect wildlife habitats
15.
Monitor moist, native prairie, or bottom land hardwood habitat conditions torecord changes
Detailed knowledge of the basic procedures and technical terminology used in the field of biology.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Compile biological data in narrative form using a word processing program
17.
Compile biological data using a graphic computer program
18.
Compile data using statistical procedures
Knowledge and skill in one or more specialized techniques in order to perform complex tasks.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Conduct invasive weed control by using mechanical, chemical, or biological techniques
20.
Conduct land management techniques (disking, plowing, mowing, packing, drilling, spraying) to benefit fish or wildlife habitat
21.
Perform general maintenance on buildings ie, painting
22.
Perform routine maintenance in public use areas (e.g., parking lot, visitor center
23.
Conduct private land restoration activities (e.g., mapping, surveying, staking, construction monitoring, seeding, habitat monitoring, etc.)
24.
Operate lawn and garden equipment to maintain hatchery grounds
Skill in following assigned protocols to perform tasks with many steps.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
25.
Compile biological field data using a spreadsheet computer program
26.
Write basic reports on survey results
27.
Prepare reports of chemical use application
28.
Maintain records on habitat conditions
29.
Prepare reports of biological work completed
30.
I have assured my resume/application contains all of the information listed under the Section titled: "Required Resume/Application Information."
31.
Verification Statement: As explained in the vacancy announcement, your responses to this Occupational Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses and rating. Providing false or fraudulent information in or attached to your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for separating you after you begin work. All information you provide is subject to investigation.
Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing below to this verification statement, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this verification statement, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability.
Failure to agree to this verification statement will disqualify you from further consideration for this position.
Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing below to this verification statement, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this verification statement, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability.
Failure to agree to this verification statement will disqualify you from further consideration for this position.