- Position Title
- Fish and Wildlife Biologist
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R4-18-10323002-NM-DEU Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, October 1, 2018 to Thursday, October 18, 2018
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Assessment 1
Basic Education Requirement
Please note that your answers may be verified against the information you provide in your resume/application and information your references provide. (Note: The quality, type, and scope of your experience and/or training must demonstrate that you are fully qualified to perform the duties of the position to be filled. Be sure you describe your background as it relates to the duties of this position since your narrative application or resume must support the response you select.) Copies of transcripts must be submitted to document educational accomplishments.
1.
Please select the letter that best describes how you meet the Basic Education Requirement for 0401 Occupational Series.
Additional Qualification
Please note that your answers may be verified against the information you provide in your resume/application and information your references provide. (Note: The quality, type, and scope of your experience and/or training must demonstrate that you are fully qualified to perform the duties of the position to be filled. Be sure you describe your background as it relates to the duties of this position since your narrative application or resume must support the response you select.) Copies of transcripts must be submitted to document educational accomplishments.
2.
Please select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes your HIGHEST level of experience and/or education to perform the work of a Fish and Wildlife Biologist at the GS-11 grade level.
Knowledge of the principles, concepts and theories in fish and/or wildlife biology and a familiarity with related disciplines to determine the effect of land and water development projects on the fish and/or wildlife resources of an area.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Analyze complex land and water development proposals to determine their effect on the distribution and abundance of living organisms and the quality of habitat in an ecosystem.
4.
Conduct biological investigations to predict and identify the effects of development projects on the environment.
5.
Participate in conservation and enhancement planning efforts for listed species.
Knowledge of applicable Federal environmental laws and Executive Orders, (i.e., Endangered Species Act, National Environment Policy Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Acts, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and Natural Resources Damage Assessment); of other Federal regulations; and of Service/Department policies or guidelines in order to ensure that legal standards are met in the review of proposed land and water resource development projects (Federal, Tribal, state, commercial industry, and surrounding landowners/FWP).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Make recommendations or implement programs to protect and enhance fish, wildlife or botanical resources under the authorities of a Federal agency, their state or local equivalent, or a private non-profit conservation organization.
7.
Review and prepare analysis of potential impacts to fish, wildlife, and trust resources for National Environmental Policy Act documents.
8.
Review and prepare analysis of potential impacts to fish, wildlife, and trust resources for Clean Water Act, Section 404 permits.
9.
Apply knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and local laws and regulations related to water quality or environmental contaminants to natural resource and fish and wildlife conservation
10.
Provide fish and wildlife resource expertise and technical assistance to staff on Endangered Species Act compliance regulation and policy.
11.
Prepare and review Endangered Species Act, Section 7 consultation documents.
12.
Prepare and review documents required under the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, such as Planning Aid Letters and Coordination Act Reports.
13.
Assess the status of threatened, endangered, and at-risk species.
14.
Negotiate conservation measures to minimize impacts to listed species from a proposed action pursuant to section 7 of the endangered species act.
Skill in reviewing biological or ecological field investigations, conducting studies and establishing investigative techniques to determine impact of land and resource development projects upon fish and/or wildlife resources of an area.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Review studies or investigations of animals, plants and ecosystems to determine their scientific soundness and validity.
16.
Analyze and interpret data on biological, chemical and physical phenomena to assess impacts on natural resources.
17.
Prepare and review biological portions of environment assessment/impact statements, biological evaluations, biological opinions, or comprehensive resource planning reports to evaluate environmental consequences of proposed actions.
18.
Analyze and construct ecological models to determine impacts on species and their habitats.
19.
Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to create complex maps and answer questions needed to analyze and predict the effects of proposed projects.
20.
Conduct statistical analysis associated with biological and field investigations.
Ability to communicate in writing to prepare correspondence, reports, and papers for diverse audiences.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Prepare and publish results of assessments and monitoring in written form.
22.
Develop and evaluate proposals to conduct research.
23.
Prepare scientifically defensible reports and articles for publication in peer-reviewed scientific literature.
24.
Prepare official correspondence, issues papers, briefing documents, and reports, to senior level management and others regarding issues that could affect the ecological integrity of resources.
25.
Communicate ideas and other information to individuals and groups to gain support and to maintain a positive working relationship.
Ability to communicate orally to inform peers and cooperators/partners, explain results, and present scientific papers and presentations at meetings or in training sessions.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
26.
Interpret, disseminate and implement scientific findings to established partners.
27.
Coordinate activities with involved agencies, researchers, and other stakeholders, including state and county officials, Native American Tribes and special interests groups and/or private organizations to identify and resolve biological and management issues of local and national significance.
28.
Provide advice and guidance in the development of management plans that comply with state and federal laws, regulations, international treaties and agreements, and polices affecting wildlife and natural resource management programs.
29.
Present scientific and biological data to individuals and groups within and outside the agency or organization on endangered species recovery plans and special management needs.