- Position Title
- Wildlife Refuge Manager
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R1-20-10914616-YL (DE) Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, September 16, 2020 to Wednesday, September 30, 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.
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'.
Assessment 1
Basic Education Requirements
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 the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes how you meet the basic education requirements for the Wildlife Refuge Manager, GS-0485-13.
Minimum Requirements
2.
From the descriptions below, select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes how you meet the minimum requirements for the Wildlife Refuge Manager, GS-0485-13. Select only one letter.
Must possess and maintain a valid State driver's license prior to operating Government-owned vehicles.
3.
Must possess and maintain a valid State driver's license prior to operating Government-owned vehicles.
Must wear Service uniform in accordance with 041 FW 4, Service Uniform Policy.
4.
From the descriptions below, select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes how you agree with the significant factor for the Wildlife Refuge Manager, GS-0485-13 position. Select only one letter.
Requires training and up-to-date certification in the operation of small boats, four-wheel all-terrain vehicles, motor vehicles, and/or other light and heavy equipment for official purposes.
5.
From the descriptions below, select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes how you agree with the significant factor for the Wildlife Refuge Manager, GS-0485-13 position. Select only one letter.
Expert authoritative knowledge of and skill in applying, a wide range of theories, principles and concepts of population and wildlife and aquatic biology, wildlife management, species lifecycle requirements/management, conservation biology, and landscape ecology.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Maintain beneficial relationships with partners and others within the conservation community.
7.
Prepare written technical information (e.g., informational pamphlets, articles, speeches) on conservation and/or environmental issues.
8.
Communicate technical and non-technical written information to diverse audiences.
Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, and negotiate the resolution of complicated, unprecedented, and/or controversial resource use issues and problems related to a national wildlife Refuge/WMD (e.g. control waterfowl depredation problems associated with a Refuge/WMD located in an area of intensive agricultural development; control disease outbreaks occurring among large concentrations of waterfowl; manage a large, diverse, and complex cooperative farming program; and/or operate a large and diverse hunting program consistent with law, agency regulations, and local customs).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Address complex and controversial natural resource issues with federal, state, local, and international agencies and other interest groups
10.
Use public relations and communication techniques to explain, defend, or resolve controversial or sensitive issues to gain support and facilitate partnerships
11.
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
Mastery knowledge of related disciplines of plant ecology, soil science, hydrology, plant and wildlife diseases, restoration ecology, forestry, land management/conservation, and fire ecology and management.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Provide active stewardship of a natural resources area by developing strategies to protect wildlife habitats based on the principles of plant ecology, soil science, hydrology, plant and wildlife diseases, restoration ecology, forestry, land management/conservation, and fire ecology and management.
13.
Apply knowledge of natural resource management principles, practices and concepts to completion of work
14.
Manage a biology program for a wildlife refuge that may include land conservation, habitat development, containment and restoration projects, population studies or research studies
Skill and diplomacy in developing partnerships, strategizing, and coordinating activities with other Federal, state, and local agencies, and with private and national organizations and special interest groups and organizations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Use diplomacy and sound judgment when working with officials from state and federal agencies, private organizations, and the news media concerning natural resource issues
16.
Develop and maintain ongoing partnerships or relationships with other agencies, tribes, organizations or special interest groups
17.
Develop creative methods to convey information about the organization's programs to the public.
Mastery knowledge of natural resource laws, regulations, and polices including the National Wildlife Refuge Improvement Act (NWRIA), the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Wilderness Act, Refuge Administration Act and their requirements.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Apply established policies and procedures to specific plans and/or programs for the conservation of wildlife and their habitat
19.
Coordinate refuge actions to ensure compliance with the endangered species act, nepa, and other natural resource policies and guidelines for management of threatened or endangered species
20.
Provide advice and guidance on appropriate use and compatibility determination requirements related to the national wildlife refuge improvement act
Ability to oversee and administer the facilities and equipment maintenance programs.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Manage the maintenance of facilities, such as roads, buildings, grounds, utility systems, interpretation and visitor facilities, historic assets, and memorial monuments.
22.
Plan and prioritize annual and long-term maintenance of facilities and property (equipment, buildings, fences, roads, bridges, dikes, dams, water control structures, interpretive and visitor facilities), and manage real property inventory
23.
Apply safety regulations, policies and requirements for equipment or facilities to provide program direction
Authoritative knowledge of, and skill in applying, management and administrative goals and objectives sufficient to prepare functional resource, fiscal and annual work plans.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
24.
Develop and implement short-, medium-, and long-range operation plans, annual work plans, budgets, work schedules, and procurement plans within government, service and refuge guidelines
25.
Lead a diverse, inter-disciplinary staff to accomplish wildlife and land management activities
26.
Administer contracts and agreements for supplies and services that require evaluation of multiple sources and long lead times
Extensive knowledge of purchasing, contracting, property management, and human resource management policies, procedures, rules, regulations and related business management IT systems.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
27.
Oversee administrative management activities (e.g., budget, procurement, contracting, personnel management) to help ensure operation of an organization
28.
Maintain a safe and harassment-free workplace for staff, volunteers, interns and contractors.
29.
Use the Service Asset Maintenance Management System (SAMMS), Refuge Operating Needs System (RONS), Personal Property Management System (PPMS), or similar database systems, to document long range operational, maintenance, and new construction needs