- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician (Plants)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NPS-PWR-19-10492758-DE-OPM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, May 14, 2019 to Tuesday, May 28, 2019
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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:
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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.
- 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:
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.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a term appointment?
Assessment 1
Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in determining your eligibility to be considered for the position. Choose the response that best represents your education, experience, and training. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and demonstrated capability. It is important to note that all of your responses are subject to review and verification against the information you provided in your resume and/or supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience, you will be rated ineligible or your score will be lowered.
This section will be used to determine if you possess the minimum qualifications needed to qualify for this position. IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience described below. If qualifying based on education, a copy of your unofficial transcripts must be provided with your application. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. Read all responses before making your selection. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one statement that most accurately describes the experience and/or education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position at the GS-06 grade level in the Federal Service. Read all responses before making your selection.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience, education and/or training carrying out each task using the scale provided. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Conduct resource monitoring programs for evaluating rare, threatened and endangered plant species, vegetation communities, population dynamics, ecosystem relationships and public health/safety issues.
3.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Conduct field observations of plant conditions to provide summary reports and recommendations to staff for use in planning, protection and mitigation activities.
5.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Use plant keys and taxonomy to identify native and invasive plant species.
7.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Participate in revegetation activities such as site preparation, transplanting, seeding, applying mulch or erosion mats.
9.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Assist in conducting natural resource surveys and management activities to obtain information on wildlife and aquatic species in various habitats and populations.
11.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Monitor wildlife and aquatic species for population assessments, trend monitoring, or ecological health.
13.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Assist in the measurement of physical attributes (water chemistry and temperature) and biological attributes (vegetative cover) of wetlands, lakes, and streams.
15.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Apply visual and radio tags on wildlife to observe and collect behavior and spatial data.
17.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Conduct surveillance to help detect invasion and new colonization by non-native invasive fish and wildlife species.
19.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Utilize databases to enter and organize collected field data.
21.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
22.
Compile biological data using an information management system (e.g. Geographic Information System (GIS)) to record site and habitat information.
23.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
24.
Develop graphs, charts, and illustrations using computer software for reports and technical publications.
25.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
26.
Use a database management program such as Microsoft Access for scientific data storage and retrieval.
27.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
28.
Assist in the analysis of biological data to create a variety of narrative, procedural, and technical reports.
29.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
30.
Demonstrate understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, and/or concern in relating to colleagues in a work situation.
31.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
32.
Work closely with others to accomplish daily tasks.
33.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
34.
Provide direction and guidance to lower graded technicians and volunteers in gathering field data and handling equipment safely.
35.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
36.
Provide logistic support and area orientation for scientists.
37.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
As previously explained, your ratings in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the resume and documents you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, for rating you ineligible, for lowering your score, or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probationary period, or other disciplinary action, including termination. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: understand this warning; have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and demonstrated capability.
38.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for this position. Select the most appropriate response below.