- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician (Avian)
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R7-19-10333366-AV Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, November 16, 2018 to Friday, November 30, 2018
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
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.
3.
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.
4.
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.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the ONE response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualification requirements for Biological Science Technician (Avian), GS-0404-04.
2.
From the descriptions below, select the ONE response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualification requirements for Biological Science Technician (Avian), GS-0404-05.
KNOWLEDGE OF AVIAN BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY SUFFICIENT TO COMPLETE FIELD PROJECTS.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Count birds to estimate abundance.
4.
Count colonial birds to estimate abundance.
5.
Conduct productivity surveys of birds to estimate demographic rates.
6.
Conduct productivity surveys of seabirds to estimate demographic rates.
7.
Collect other avian biological data such as hatching chronology, food habits, or behavioral observations.
SKILL IN LIVING AND WORKING AT REMOTE FIELD LOCATIONS AND USING ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Operate/maintain camp equipment including temporary structures, stoves, and generators.
9.
Operate small boats (up to 21ft).
10.
Work in remote field camps collecting biological data.
KNOWLEDGE OF CAPTURING, HANDLING, BANDING METHODS, AND COLLECTION OF MORPHOMETRIC DATA FROM BIRDS.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Capture and handle birds to collect biological data (e.g. survival, food habits, physiology, etc.).
12.
Capture and handle seabirds to collect biological data (e.g. survival, food habits, physiology, etc.).
13.
Set up mist-nets and extract birds from them.
14.
Apply auxiliary markers (e.g. leg bands or radio transmitters) to birds to collect biological data.
SKILLS IN USE OF FIELD EQUIPMENT NECESSARY FOR COMPLETION OF BIOLOGICAL STUDIES.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Use GPS to navigate to a specific location.
16.
Use binoculars and spotting scopes to make detailed observations.
17.
Operate High Frequency Single Side Band (SSB) radios.
18.
Operate Satellite phones.
KNOWLEDGE OF COMPUTER USE FOR DATA ENTRY AND ANALYSIS.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Transcribe data into spreadsheets and databases for data tabulation and summaries.
20.
Prepare descriptive statistics to summarize field data.
21.
Prepare draft text sections of reports describing results.
SELECT YES or NO TO THE FOLLOWING WORK CONDITIONS.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
22.
Are you willing to work a temporary seasonal position not-to-exceed 1,039 hours in a field season?
23.
Are you willing to work long days if necessary which may include working on holidays, weekends and evenings?
24.
Have you spent more than 1 month in remote field camps?
25.
Are you willing to travel, work, and live in remote, isolated locations for 3 to 4 months in Alaska?
26.
Are you willing and able to travel via boat, and ATVs?
27.
Are you willing to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more for extended distances?
28.
Are you willing to have access to supplies and amenities available less than once a week?
29.
Do you possess a valid state Driver's License?
30.
Did you have a satisfactory or better rating on my last performance appraisal?
31.
Have you received incentive awards during the last two years and have listed them on my resume?
Verification of Employment
32.
Your rating is subject to verification based on the application materials that you submit, and through verification of references as appropriate. A deliberate attempt to falsify information on your application materials is grounds for non-selection and for termination. In addition, falsifying information on your application can result in your being barred from Federal employment. Please choose the appropriate response below: