- Position Title
- Wildlife Refuge Specialist
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R7-20-10844406-NM-DHA Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, June 30, 2020 to Monday, July 6, 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 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.
Assessment 1
Area of Consideration
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.
This vacancy announcement is open ONLY to: (1) CTAP/ICTAP ELIGIBLES: Displaced Federal employees eligible under the CTAP (Career Transition Assistance Program) or ICTAP (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program); and (2) VETERANS eligible to apply under the Veterans' Employment Opportunity Act. See the vacancy announcement for eligibility criteria and what documentation MUST be submitted to apply under these options.
Education requirements
2.
Choose the response that best describes how your education and/or experience meets the requirements for the 0485 Occupational Series.
Minimum Qualifications
3.
Choose the response that best describes your qualifications for the GS-9 grade level.
Knowledge of, and skill in applying, theories, principles, practices, and techniques of population and wildlife biology to include species lifecycle requirements (conservation biology, landscape ecology) sufficient to independently perform a variety of natural resource assignments and solve minor issues and problems related to the management of a wildlife refuge.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Supervise planning and management of wildlife habitat programs and operations, such as land and aquatic conservation activities, water management, invasive species management, wetlands management and habitat restoration
5.
Plan, coordinate, or administer activities such as grazing, hunting, invasive species control and prevention, or fire preparation and suppression on refuges/public lands.
6.
Plan and control efforts associated with the invasive species program
7.
Plan, coordinate, or administer activities such as grazing, hunting, and/or invasive species control and prevention on refuges/public lands.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of Refuge assets and equipment to ensure accountability and functionality.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Use computer programs to plan and schedule operations and maintenance projects (such as service asset maintenance management system (samms), refuge operation needs (rons), or similar programs)
9.
Coordinate maintenance needs and schedules with maintenance staff
10.
Develop annual work plans, and ensure completion of funded operations, construction, and maintenance projects
11.
Manage the maintenance of facilities and equipment, such as roads, water control structures, buildings, grounds, fences, interpretation and visitor facilities, roads, signs, and equipment
Skill in written communication sufficient to draft correspondence, scientific and administrative reports, management plans, and similar documents, and draft a variety of informational and educational materials including brochures, fact sheets, and press releases.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Develop and maintain ongoing partnership(s) or relationships with other agencies, organizations or special interest groups
13.
Assist with developing or revising outreach materials, brochures, exhibits, web sites, signs, trail systems, and other interpretive and environmental education programs for a variety of audiences
14.
Work closely with volunteer groups in ongoing outreach efforts within the local community.
15.
Write outreach and educational materials for a popular audience
Knowledge of wildland recreation management to include priority public uses and compatibility/appropriate use policies to ensure maximum use of the Refuge/WMD facilities while avoiding inappropriate/illegal uses.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Participate in the development of required National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation (or portions thereof) such as Environmental Assessments (EAs), Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 consultations, or archeological clearances.
17.
Participate in the development of required National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation (or portions thereof) such as Environmental Assessments (EAs), Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 consultations, or archeological clearances.
18.
Participate in the review of proposed projects on public lands and waters to identify possible conflicts with resource management objectives or with national, regional, and organizational policies, regulations or mandates.
19.
Participate in the development of strategic plans or comprehensive wildlife management plans for a public lands and waters/natural resources organization.
Working knowledge of methods, procedures, and techniques applied in Refuge/WMD management and habitat/wildlife management sufficient to prepare a variety of documents and responses to management.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Influence persons or groups orally or in writing to gain acceptance of agency positions, practices or policies
21.
Deliver specific wildlife management actions and techniques to improve habitat for waterfowl and other migratory birds
22.
Administer wildlife management practices that improve wildlife habitat