- Position Title
- Geneticist
- Agency
- Agricultural Research Service
- Announcement Number
- ARS-S19Y-10672124-AH Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, December 24, 2019 to Tuesday, January 21, 2020
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
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• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you 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.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
4.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Your responses to the questions below will be used in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Your resume and application materials must support the level of experience and/or education you claim in this questionnaire. If, after a complete review of your application package, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible for this position.
Minimum Qualification Questions
1.
From the choices below, please select the response that best describes how your experience meets the basic education requirements for this position. Your resume must clearly support the response you select or you will be rated as not qualified.
2.
From the choices below, please select the response that best describes how your experience meets the minimum qualification requirements for this position at the GS-09 level. Your resume must clearly support the response you select or you will be rated as not qualified.
3.
From the choices below, please select the response that best describes how your experience meets the minimum qualification requirements for this position at the GS-11 level. Your resume must clearly support the response you select or you will be rated as not qualified.
4.
I have conducted research in the following scientific fields: (Select all that apply):
5.
I have completed the following tasks regarding genetic resources: (select all that apply)
6.
I have performed research regarding the following samples: (select all that apply)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Performed and monitored a full range of specialized tests and non-routine procedures involving molecular biology and biochemistry, quantitative genetics, and plant breeding.
8.
Researched maize mutants and independently performed recurring, well-precedented projects using standard methods and techniques
9.
Calibrated, maintained, operated and modified instruments to independently perform measurements, analyses, and interpretation
10.
Prepared seeds for planting and collected and recorded data.
11.
Determined optimal time for harvest to minimize deterioration of seed quality.
12.
Cleaned and stored seeds and completed necessary record keeping.
13.
Coordinated operations for the acquisition, maintenance, categorization (i.e., determination of genetic constitutes of stocks), and expansion of the Maize Genetics Stock Collection
14.
Maintained the necessary records of mutant acquisition.
15.
Compiled data for publication, and maintained lists of stocks, descriptions, and protocols.
16.
Used database systems and other computer resources to manage mutant collection and provided information to potential users.
Record and disseminate evaluation and characterization data via GRIN-Global and other data sources.
Record and disseminate evaluation and characterization data via GRIN-Global and other data sources.
17.
Coordinated the full use of all pertinent information in the computer network by keeping all data, current and by providing information.
18.
Developed new computer procedures and programs to more efficiently manage the collection and associated data.
19.
Conducted general evaluation and research of new and existing maize mutant accessions.
20.
Assisted with the initial growing and classification of new mutant accessions.
21.
Assisted with the process of producing sufficient homozygous samples
22.
Determined which mutant accessions require increase considering age, quality, and quantity of seeds in storage.
23.
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.