- Position Title
- Wildlife Biologist (Joint Venture Coordinator)
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R3-18-10367799-KO-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 3, 2018 to Friday, December 14, 2018
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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.
Assessment 1
1.
Please select the letter that best describes how you meet the Basic Qualification Requirements for the 0486 job series.
2.
Please select one response from the choices below to show how you meet the additional qualification requirements for this Wildlife Biologist, GS-486-13, position.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Provide guidance to senior level government officials concerning controversial and complex scientific, political, and economic issues.
4.
Direct and coordinate scientific, program management, and habitat conservation activities related to migratory birds.
5.
Prepare position papers, review documents and plans, and make implementation decisions on scientific findings for wildlife conservation.
6.
Serve as an agency or organizational representative within the Joint Venture system and exercise leadership in the management and conservation of migratory birds.
7.
Coach others using effective goal-defining feedback and follow through approaches to build confidence, commitment, skills, knowledge and leadership in staff.
8.
Create, support and sustain an organizational culture that promotes open communication, free exchange of ideas, continuous learning, opportunities for creativity and innovation, and superior performance.
9.
Establish a positive accountable performance culture for a team or work unit in support of the mission of a major program or organization.
10.
Implement Human Resources strategies that result in hiring and developing a diverse and high quality staff with skills matching the needs of the program.
11.
Evaluate and implement staff training and development plans that enhance the capability of employees to meet changing demands, technological advances, and organizational needs.
12.
Exercise leadership and managerial skills in integrating cross-programmatic activities for the conservation of migratory bird resources.
13.
Resolve conflict and develop consensus consistent with organizational policies and goals.
14.
Formulate and justify work unit budget priorities that are aligned with organizational priorities.
15.
Allocate appropriated funds within existing budget guidelines and policies.
16.
Stimulate cross-programmatic consultation, cooperation and partnerships that yield significant benefits to the conservation of fish and wildlife resources.
17.
Identify, build, influence and strengthen cross-programmatic relationships and communication.
18.
Establish connections of diverse organizational interests to effectively communicate priorities and strategic direction, build organizational credibility and external support for agency goals.
19.
Communicate a clear and compelling vision that provides subordinate staff and partners with a clear sense of direction and also solicits broad support from key stakeholders.
20.
Conduct a variety of meetings and listening sessions with internal and external groups and the public to maintain an accurate and current read on stakeholder input, concerns, and needs.
21.
Represent the organization on national or international committees and at scientific conferences.
22.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.