- Position Title
- Wildlife Refuge Specialist
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R6-20-10786950-DP-MP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, April 17, 2020 to Friday, May 1, 2020
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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.
Do you meet one of the following Competitive Merit Promotion eligibilities:
- Current or Former Federal Employee who has held or currently holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has never held the full performance level of the position being announced.
- Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA)
- Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA)
4.
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.
5.
Are you a current or former employee of a Land Management Agency and are serving or served under a time-limited competitive service appointment? You may be eligible to compete under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act, P.L. 114-47.
Current land management agency appointees must have initially been hired under competitive procedures for a time-limited appointment; must have served under one or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
Former land management agency employees must have initially been hired under competitive procedures for a time-limited appointment; must have served under one or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service; must have been separated (with respect to their most recent separation) for reasons other than misconduct or performance, and must apply for a position covered by these provisions within two years of their most recent date of separation.
You must provide documentation showing all required periods of service (generally SF-50s) and acceptable performance (generally performance appraisal ratings or references from supervisors if employed for periods of time too short to require an appraisal.)
Current land management agency appointees must have initially been hired under competitive procedures for a time-limited appointment; must have served under one or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service.
Former land management agency employees must have initially been hired under competitive procedures for a time-limited appointment; must have served under one or more time-limited appointments by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service; must have been separated (with respect to their most recent separation) for reasons other than misconduct or performance, and must apply for a position covered by these provisions within two years of their most recent date of separation.
You must provide documentation showing all required periods of service (generally SF-50s) and acceptable performance (generally performance appraisal ratings or references from supervisors if employed for periods of time too short to require an appraisal.)
6.
Do you meet one of the following Non-Competitive eligibilities:
- Current or Former Federal Employee who has held or currently holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (non-temporary) position in the competitive service at the same or higher full performance level as the position being announced
- Veterans who have a service connected disability of 30% or more
- Certain Military Spouses (Relocating with your spouse under Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders / a spouse of a service member who is 100% disabled due to a service-connected injury / a spouse of a service member killed while on active duty)
- Certain Overseas Family Members (A family member of a federal employee, or uniformed service member, who has completed 52 weeks of service in a federal position overseas.)
- Peace Corps/VISTA
- Foreign Service Employees
- Miscellaneous Authorities not regulated by OPM (Postal Career Service Employee; Postal Rate Commission Employee; Government Accountability Office (GAO) Employee; Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts Employee)
- DOI or FWS Authorities not regulated by OPM
- Individuals with a Disability: Schedule A Disability appointments (Severe Physical, Psychiatric, Mental Disability)
- Interchange agreement with other merit systems
7.
Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you:
• served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (Note: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,
• are entitled to veterans' preference?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
• served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (Note: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,
• are entitled to veterans' preference?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
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.
Thank you for your interest in completing the Occupational Questionnaire. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in making preliminary screening decisions for the Wildlife Refuge Specialist position. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. Additional steps in the selection process are designed to verify your stated level of experience and capability.
2.
Thank you for your interest in completing the Occupational Questionnaire. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in making preliminary screening decisions for the Wildlife Refuge Specialist position. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. Additional steps in the selection process are designed to verify your stated level of experience and capability.
3.
Thank you for your interest in completing the Occupational Questionnaire. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in making preliminary screening decisions for the Wildlife Refuge Specialist position. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. Additional steps in the selection process are designed to verify your stated level of experience and capability.
Mastery of the wildlife refuge management professional sufficient to care out a wide range of duties and responsibilities associated with the management of the National Wildlife Refuge System and to solve complex problems associated with managing diverse ecosystems
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Assists with the implementation of regional ecosystem policies, initiatives, and projects.
5.
Implements the Strategic Habitat Conservation (SHC) approach in both the field and at the Regional level, including participating on regional teams, assisting in cross-team and cross-regional communications.
6.
Develops and conducts program evaluations of field station operations by reviewing management programs such as habitat management, easement management, water management, invasive species, population studies, public use, planning, research, administration, personnel management, financial management, maintenance, and law enforcement.
7.
Provides coordination between field stations and all Regional programs and support offices.
Extensive interdisciplinary knowledges of other life sciences, physical sciences and engineering sufficient to coordinate a variety of activities to make recommendations, and to develop plans for a host of technical, scientific, and engineering projects involving phases of refuge development planning.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Apply knowledge of the requirements of the refuge improvement act and national wildlife refuge system administration act (nwrsaa) regarding the administration of refuge lands and the authorization of permitted uses
9.
Provide overview, and ensure refuge action/activities comply with National Wildlife Refuge System policy and guidance,the endangered species act, migratory bird treaty act, and the national environmental policy act (NEPA).
10.
Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of construction, deferred maintenance and Maintenance Action Team (MAT) projects throughout the fiscal year.
Thorough knowledge of agency policies and procedures and applicable Federal statutes, legislation, and laws governing the use of National Wildlife Refuges and their natural resources.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Assures that management practices, activities, and operations procedures are consistent with the purpose for which each refuge was established and are in accordance with Service policies as mandated by current regulations, manuals and guidance.
12.
Provides coordination between field stations and all Regional support offices, including other NWRS offices, Engineering, Personnel, Contracting and General Services, and other offices as appropriate.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Communication skills required include ability to negotiate controversial issues and be persuasive.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Write correspondence, briefing documents, and narrative reports to higher management, elected officials, non-governmental organizations, private landowners, and the general public, explaining, defending, or resolving controversial or sensitive issues
14.
Prepares responses to a variety of Congressional or other public inquiries.
15.
Communicate, coordinate and engage with diverse groups of people including other agencies, organizations, or special interest groups who often have conflicting interests, to develop and maintain ongoing partnerships or relationships that help address natural resources issues and opportunities.
16.
Reviews and assists in preparation of documents such as comprehensive conservation plans, step-down management plans, section 7 consultations, and NEPA documents.
Knowledge in applying precedents, pertinent policies and procedures, and in modifying or developing new approaches or evaluating existing programs.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Reviews selected management plans to assure they are biologically sound and that they meet the biological criteria established to accomplish the desired results. Recommends implementation, modifications, or disapproval.
18.
Develops procedures, guidance or policies to be implemented by field station personnel when conducting refuge operations and activities.
19.
Apply safety regulations, policies and requirements for equipment or facilities to provide program.
Other
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
20.
I have assured my resume/application contains all of the information listed under the Section titled: Required Resume/Application Information.
21.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included as part of my application packet is true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. I understand that false or fraudulent information in or attached to my application packet may be grounds for not hiring me or firing me after I begin work, and may be punishable by fine or imprisonment. I also understand that any information I submit may be investigated.