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Position Title
Supervisory Fish Biologist
Agency
Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
Announcement Number
R4-19-10508395-LLP-MP Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, May 21, 2019 to Tuesday, June 4, 2019
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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.
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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.
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Assessment 1
Basic Education Requirement (limit characters)
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. (limit characters)
1. BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT FOR THE GS-0482 SERIES: (limit characters)
Additional Qualification (limit characters)
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. (limit characters)
2. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION FOR THE GS-0482-13 GRADE LEVEL: (limit characters)
Knowledge of the science and application of natural resource management principles sufficient to direct the Service's aquatic restoration efforts in the southeast (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Advise others on scientific and technical matters associated with fish husbandry, fish health, and fishery resource management
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4. Apply fish health and disease principles and concepts to the handling and management of all life stages, including broodstock, eggs, fry, and fingerlings
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5. Collect and spawn eggs from hatchery broodstock and wild fish
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6. Conduct scientific investigations in fish culture and management
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7. Ensure cool/warm water fish production activities are carried out in accordance with recommended biological principles and practices
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Knowledge and experience in captive rearing, propagation, distribution and coordination of a variety of imperiled and recreational aquatic species (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
8. Detect or identify the presence of diseases, pathogens, or viral agents
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9. Develop concepts, principles, or guidance to prevent or reduce animal losses (for example, due to diseases)
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10. Keep abreast of latest technology, information, or research to maintain knowledge in field of expertise
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11. Maintain and monitor water delivery systems, pumps, pipelines and raceways
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12. Protect, manage, and propagate fish
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Skill in managing and overseeing the work of a fish hatchery (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
13. Compile, prepare, and maintain a budget to cover annual operating costs
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14. Develop and implement strategic and operating plans for a fish hatchery
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15. Maintain records concerning broodstock and spawning, including information on genetics
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16. Plan and direct fish cultural operations and related work schedules to meet broodstock production goals
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17. Provide technical advice on fish propagation issues
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Ability to administer a large and varied program of work, including the management of the workforce, budget, equipment, facilities, and other resources (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
18. Evaluate work performance of subordinates
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19. Manage and execute budgets
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20. Manage multiple projects and/or programs
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21. Supervise at least 3 staff on a team or in a field or regional office program
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Ability to communicate effectively with fellow employees, agency representatives, and the general public (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
22. Brief the press and the diverse public interest groups on program status
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23. Communicate information on new and emerging program objectives between established program committees and counterparts in other states and regions
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24. Coordinate issues with local and headquarters offices
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25. Coordinate research efforts involving state, private, and federal scientists
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Ability to lead, supervise, and motivate a diverse staff of professional and technical employees (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
26. Address performance and conduct issues
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27. Assign and review work
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28. Determine training needs for employees
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29. Develop performance standards and appraisals
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30. Establish and revise work priorities and procedures for staff members
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