- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician (Habitat)
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- MR-20-10689596-TD-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, January 7, 2020 to Monday, January 13, 2020
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.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification
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.
1.
From the descriptions below, select one statement that best describes your education or experience in meeting the Minimum Qualification requirement for this position.
The following requirement will be dependent on the specific requirements at the duty station:This position requires the incumbent to possess a valid state driver's license for the duration of the appointment.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
The following requirement will be dependent on the specific requirements at the duty station:This position requires the incumbent to wear a uniform in accordance with USFWS policy.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
Are you willing and able to wear a uniform in accordance with USFWS policy?
Skill in written communication sufficient to write reports.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Use biological technical terminology to understand assignments and to communicate with co-workers in writing.
5.
Communicate technical information about threatened and endangered wildlife and plants in writing to members of the public.
6.
Summarize field data for use in biological reports such as preparing written description of methods, preparing tables, graphs, charts, or summary of findings, etc.
Ability to communicate orally in order to meet and exchange information with individuals encountered in the scope of regular duties.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Direct volunteers and staff to properly identify and control invasive plants.
8.
Communicate technical information about threatened and endangered wildlife and plants to members of the public.
9.
Use biological technical terminology to understand assignments and to communicate with co-workers verbally.
Ability to collect biological and water resources data from field investigations and report findings.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Collect, assess, and organize biological data from field investigations and reports findings to determine actual and potential impact from development projects, restoration projects or habitat improvement projects.
11.
Coordinate with conservation partners to conduct biological and interpretive activities.
Knowledge of plant species specific to the designated survey areas sufficient to complete the field investigation and gather required data within the timeframe allotted.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Monitor native plants to assess response to treatments.
13.
Monitor invasive plants to assess response to treatments.
14.
Manage invasive plants using chemical techniques.
15.
Manage invasive plants using mechanical techniques.
16.
Conduct vegetation studies by identifying and mapping plants in a given area.
17.
Use taxonomic keys to identify plants.
18.
Participate in the use of prescribed fire to improve habitat conditions for wildlife.
Knowledge of wildlife species specific to the designated survey areas sufficient to complete the field investigation and gather required data within the timeframe allotted.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Collect biological observation data on wildlife, evaluate and apply findings, and make management recommendations, including management of public access.
20.
Analyze data using standard statistical methods and procedures in preparation of wildlife and plant reports.
21.
Assist biologists in field sampling of wildlife populations.
22.
Assist biologists in field sampling of plant populations.
23.
Assist biologists in fish and coral reef habitat assessments.
Certification
24.
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: