- Position Title
- Supervisory Fish and Wildlife Biologist
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R4-18-10253347-TL-DEU Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, July 5, 2018 to Wednesday, July 18, 2018
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
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
Basic Education Requirement for the 0401 Series
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.
Please select the letter that best describes how you meet the Basic Requirements for this position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
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.
2.
Please select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes your level of experience and/or education to perform the work of a GS-0401-13 Fish and Wildlife Biologist.
Mastery professional knowledge and understanding of biological processes (particularly as they relate to fish and wildlife and wildlife biology, wildlife conservation and community ecology) in order to recognize the validity of reported achievements, to evaluate policy and programs, and to undertake and evaluate complex biological studies and projects.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Prepare statements of work, develop funding strategies, milestones and determine deliverables in cooperation with other Federal Agencies.
4.
Prepare recovery plans consistent with section 4 of the endangered species act and organize or
oversee implementation of specific recovery tasks.
oversee implementation of specific recovery tasks.
5.
Monitor and evaluate progress and accomplishment of programs assuring that subordinates
understand installation missions, conservation plans and activities to meet program goals.
understand installation missions, conservation plans and activities to meet program goals.
6.
Comprehensive knowledge of and technical skill in fish and wildlife biology, conservation biology, general ecology, and land and water resource planning, sufficient to review and evaluate complex programs and projects involving ecological relationships within the law and regulations of various Federal and State agencies.
7.
Experience analyzing trends in biotic and abiotic data using descriptive statistics and biostatistics.
Ability to apply creative and practical approaches in order to plan and conduct a variety of programs; compile data gathered; produce balanced and disciplined analyses of studies and reports, and integrate recommendations into policies, programs and operational procedures
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Expertise in species conservation banking.
9.
Coordinate and prepares documents required for contracted work.
10.
Experience designing and implementing projects in the field to examine life history and species-habitat relationships.
11.
Experience designing and implementing projects in the field to examine life history and species-habitat relationships.
12.
Experience establishing monitoring programs, examining species population trends over time, and determining viability of populations.
Knowledge of methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness and the improvement of management processes that enables the incumbent to use experienced judgement and rely upon knowledge of new developments to identify and analyze issues, analyze the consequences of adopting various proposals and policies, and develop internal processes and standard operating procedures
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Develop and implement annual work plans in support of fish and wildlife programs.
14.
Experience identifying inconsistencies, simplifying regulatory processes, and streamlining ESA related documents such as recovery plans or Biological Opinions, and creation of programmatic consultations.
15.
Review current literature and maintain peer contacts to keep informed on new techniques,
procedures, and management strategies for use in program facilitation and coordination.
procedures, and management strategies for use in program facilitation and coordination.
16.
Familiarity with content and preparation of Integrated Natural Resource Management Plans (INRMPs).
17.
Ability to interpret and evaluate military mission training needs and determine their effects on environmental resources found on and near military installations.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines affecting the operation of fish and wildlife enhancement, such as the Endangered Species Act (especially sections 7 and 10), Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Conduct formal and informal consultation under Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, including experience writing Biological Assessments/Opinions for projects involving conflict or controversy.
19.
Experience with Section 10 Habitat Conservation Planning and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
20.
Carry out agency responsibilities prescribed in statues, regulations, and guidance documents
including the Endangered Species Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Sikes Act, Coastal Barrier Resources Act, and other legislation of the agency, Executive Orders, Service Mitigation Policy and other program guidance.
including the Endangered Species Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Sikes Act, Coastal Barrier Resources Act, and other legislation of the agency, Executive Orders, Service Mitigation Policy and other program guidance.
21.
Familiarity with the missions and activities of the DOD Natural Resources Conservation Program, Sentinel Landscapes, and the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program.
Knowledge of, and ability to apply, methods and principles involved in establishing and maintaining effective personal relationships in a work situation, and to skillfully plan and organize work in situations where numerous demands are involved. Knowledge will be used to coordinate, evaluate, and integrate the work of others into a cohesive final product. Requires tact, flexibility and ability to define, develop, discuss and coordinate difficult problems.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
22.
Provide supervision and oversight, including work prioritization, when necessary, to a multidisciplinary professional staff performing a variety of natural resource program functions and activities on multiple military installations with varying missions.
23.
Coordinate joint efforts and information between the Department of Defense (DOD), other agencies and organizations to address common problems protecting natural resources at the regional and state level.
24.
Monitor and evaluate progress and accomplishment of programs assuring that subordinates
understand plans and activities to meet program goals.
understand plans and activities to meet program goals.
25.
Cooperatively work with other professionals and biologists while in a leadership role to resolve a variety of complex natural resource issues, facilitate development of recommendations, and provide direction on action implementation.
Skill in coordinating and interacting with others, including peers, Federal personnel at various levels, State and Tribal partners, and conservation groups. Excellent communication skills are needed in order to effectively represent the Service in a variety of scenarios and provide consultative and advisory services to the officials and representatives from other agencies and organizations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
26.
Experience organizing and presenting scientific and policy findings to a variety of audiences
including management, employees, partners, and the general public.
including management, employees, partners, and the general public.
27.
Maintain close contact with Federal, State, municipal and private groups involved with fish and wildlife management.
28.
Represent the Service at coordination and project planning meetings to present Service views on fish and wildlife to assist with negotiating agreements to implement.
29.
Participate on interagency interdisciplinary groups formed to address policy conflicts or policy development issues.
30.
Promote public stewardship of living resources to the general public as well as to other Federal, State and local agencies.
Knowledge of the principles of supervision and management including the ability to supervise, coordinate and direct the work of others.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
31.
Develop, monitor and track a program's budget.
32.
Develop performance standards and appraisals.
33.
Determine training needs for employees.
34.
Recommend and execute personnel actions, including recruitment, selection, promotions, awards, training and disciplinary action.
Ability to meet and deal effectively with individuals both orally and in written communication.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
35.
Prepare correspondence, technical reports, administrative reports and scientific materials which are submitted and or presented to various audiences.
36.
Address performance and conduct issues.
37.
Ability to work on military installations, and interface and work with uniformed military personnel and DOD civilians.
38.
Ability to communicate with military installation commanders and leadership on matters regarding natural resource restoration, monitoring and other environmental activities.
39.
Ability to communicate military mission training needs to multiple agencies for the purpose of integrating conservation measures and military operations to meet legal requirements and achieve where possible no net loss of training.