- Position Title
- Fish and Wildlife Biologist
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R4-19-10329545-NM-DEU Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, October 11, 2018 to Wednesday, October 24, 2018
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a term appointment?
Assessment 1
Basic Education Requirement
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 one response from the choices A, B or C below that best reflects your education and/or experience in meeting the Basic Education Requirement for the GS-0401 series. Please read all responses prior to making your selection.
Additional 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.
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 GS-0401-9 Fish and Wildlife Biologist.
Knowledge of environmental laws, executive orders, regulations, and policies so as to ensure that legal standards are met in the review of projects.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Prepare and/or review biological reports, environmental assessment/impact statements, or comprehensive resource planning reports to evaluate environmental consequences of proposed federal actions
4.
Apply knowledge of the Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Bald Eagle and Golden Eagle Protection Act, and Sikes Act to management of installation natural resources
Knowledge and experience in fish and/or wildlife biology and a working familiarity with related disciplines in order to determine the effects 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.
5.
Interpret field observations and data for the purpose of determining effects on fish and wildlife resources
6.
Interpret policy and guidelines to coordinate biological program activities
7.
Investigate, formulate, and execute biological and habitat management programs
8.
Apply knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and techniques of fish and wildlife biology and management to conservation management efforts
Knowledge of engineering terms, data, structures, facilities and procedures to work with professionals and technicians in those fields.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Knowledge of engineering and project design and how various proposals may affect natural resources and trust species
10.
Provide advice and support on natural resource issues to Air Force, other agencies, partners or special interest groups
Skill in making close observations to study effects on fish and/or wildlife habitat and to recognize problems, draw sound conclusions on basis of observations, and prepare reports for technical and administrative use.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Conduct investigations of the status, life history requirements, habitat availability, and conservation/recovery needs for various species, including threatened or endangered species, candidate species, and other species of special concern
12.
Conduct surveys and assessments of endangered and threatened species and provided management information to Air Force
13.
Develop Biological Assessments collaboratively with owners
14.
Develop Biological Opinions relative to planned actions.
Ability to conduct field surveys that involve mapping habitat extent and quality and identifying species present.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Assist with implementation of management plans, studies and investigations required for species propagation and natural resources management
16.
Develop comprehensive fish and wildlife management plans to ensure preservation, protection, and enhancement of fish and wildlife and their habitats
17.
Ability to design a scientifically repeatable project protocol for monitoring effects of an action or restoration on trust species and their habitat
18.
Maintain data files and research project records in an efficient and easily accessible manner
Skill in applying and adapting established biological, agricultural or ecological procedures and techniques, and in exercising independent judgment in order to make day-to-day decisions.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Act as a team member at interagency planning sessions and other meetings to review and present technical information pertaining to land resources, endangered species, wetlands, and other natural resources issues
20.
As a team member at interagency planning sessions and other meetings recommend and defend courses of action based on technical information pertaining to land resources, endangered species, wetlands, and other natural resources issues.
Skill in written communication which includes writing objective reports requiring a minimum of review and editing.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Collaborate with the Air Force and partners on natural resource written plans
22.
Explain Service technical workflow or processing steps clearly and concisely
23.
Negotiate with others to reach consensus on biological planning and conservation design issues to address natural resource issues
24.
Participate as part of a team in writing segments of biological reports
25.
Prepare all kinds of routine correspondence concerning fish and wildlife issues
26.
Prepare routine correspondence including species lists, memos and letters concerning fish and wildlife issues
Skill in verbal communication which includes presenting data and its analysis.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
27.
Coordinate and collaborate on work activities, study designs, and proposed projects with other Service biologists, Air force staff, and collaborating organizations
28.
Present technical biological information such as the results of species and habitat work to internal and external customers and the general public
29.
Present educational, informational, and guidance material for staff and interested agencies, groups and individuals
30.
Present and process information and field questions from a variety of audiences, including: supervisors, other resource professionals, interest groups, industry/developers/consultants, and/or organizations