- Position Title
- Fish and Wildlife Biologist
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R2-21-10990809-21-KL-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, January 27, 2021 to Wednesday, February 10, 2021
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.
Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended.
Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?
5.
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.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Basic Education
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.
Please select the letter that best describes how you meet the education requirements for this position.
Minimum GS-9
2.
Please select one response from the choices below to show how you meet the additional qualification requirements for this position at the grade GS-9 level.
Minimum GS-11
3.
Please select one response from the choices below to show how you meet the additional qualification requirements for this position at the grade GS-11 level.
Skill in evaluating and interpreting biological reports, research papers, environment assessment/impact statements (i.e., NEPA and ESA), and comprehensive resource planning reports to evaluate environmental consequences of proposed actions on Federal fish and wildlife resources of concern; and to apply findings to solve current management problems and accomplish Service objectives.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Provide technical assistance in the interpretation and implementation of laws, regulations, and policies in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources to personnel of Federal, State, and/or County agencies.
5.
Analyze and interpret biological data, review scientific studies and present analyses of finding in a form that requires a minimum of review and editing for its intended purposes.
Skill and diplomacy in coordinating activities with other agencies and organizations; ability to deal effectively with the general public; and ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in official association with Federal, state, and local agencies, and with private organizations and individuals.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Participate in developing strategies for species management in coordination with local, state, federal agencies or non-governmental organizations
Knowledge of the concepts, principles, methodologies, and practices of conservation biology and/or ecology, related to the threats facing species at risk and their habitats, e.g., grasslands, forests, prairies, shrub lands, wetlands, and deserts.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Plan and implement biological studies, assessments and/or habitat conservation or restoration work.
8.
Make recommendations or implement programs to protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and botanical resources under the authorities of a Federal land management agency, a Federal environmental agency, their state or local equivalent, or a private non-profit conservation organization.
9.
Prepare biological portions of environment assessment/impact statements or comprehensive resource planning reports to evaluate environmental consequences of proposed actions.
10.
Develop fish and/or wildlife management plans to insure preservation, protection, and enhancement of fish and/or wildlife and their habitat for a geographic area having a variety of habitat conditions.
Knowledge of applicable Federal environmental laws and Executive Orders, (e.g., Endangered Species Act, National Environment Policy Act, Coastal Barrier Resources Act, Clean Water Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, Oil Pollution Act and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act); of other Federal regulations; and of Service/Department policies or guidelines in order to ensure that legal standards are met in the review of proposed land and water resource development projects (Federal, Tribal, State, commercial industry, and surrounding landowners/FWP).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Provide fish, wildlife, and botanical resource expertise and technical assistance to staff on Endangered Species Act compliance regulation and policy.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
12.
I have experience implementing the Clean Water Act.
13.
I have experience implementing the Endangered Species Act.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Make recommendations or implement programs to protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and botanical resources under the authorities of a Federal land management agency, a Federal environmental agency, their state or local equivalent, or a private non-profit conservation organization.
15.
Review and prepare analysis of potential impacts to fish, wildlife, and trust resources for National Environmental Policy Act documents.
Skill in planning and conducting complex inspections of existing projects to ensure that legal standards and other requirements are met and implemented in a manner most beneficial to fish and/or wildlife resources.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Conduct biological investigations to predict and identify the effects of development projects on the environment.
17.
Make recommendations or implement programs to protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and botanical resources under the authorities of a Federal land management agency, a Federal environmental agency, their state or local equivalent, or a private non-profit conservation organization.
18.
Plan complex investigations to determine the impact of land and water development projects upon the fish and/or wildlife resources of an area.
19.
Prepare and review biological portions of environment assessment/impact statements or comprehensive resource planning reports to evaluate environmental consequences of proposed actions.
20.
Conduct field monitoring and research techniques for fish, wildlife and plant species and their ecology.
Ability to communicate in writing to prepare correspondence, reports, and papers for diverse audiences.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Prepare and publish results of assessments and monitoring in written form.
22.
Communicate ideas and other information to individuals and groups to gain support and to maintain a positive working relationship.
23.
Develop and evaluate proposals to conduct research.
Ability to communicate orally to inform peers and cooperators/partners, explain results, and present scientific papers and presentations at meetings or in training sessions.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
24.
Coordinate activities with involved agencies, researchers, and other stakeholders, including state and county officials, Native American Tribes and special interests groups and/or private organizations to identify and resolve biological and management issues of local and national significance.
25.
Provide advice and guidance in the development of management plans that comply with state and federal laws, regulations, international treaties and agreements, and polices affecting wildlife and natural resource management programs.
26.
Present scientific and biological data to individuals and groups within and outside the agency or organization on endangered species recovery plans and special management needs.
Knowledge of the theory, principles and methods of fish and wildlife biology, fishery biology, and/or wildlife biology and a working familiarity with related disciplines.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
27.
Conduct compliance monitoring of projects or mitigation/restoration.
28.
Participate in conservation and recovery planning efforts for listed species.
29.
Conduct investigations of the status, life history requirements, habitat availability, and conservation/recovery needs for various wildlife including threatened or endangered species, candidate species, and other species of special concern.
30.
Conduct reviews of projects for potential fish, wildlife, and botanical resource problems.
Knowledge of applicable Federal environmental laws and Executive Orders, (e.g., Endangered Species Act, National Environment Policy Act, Coastal Barrier Resources Act, Clean Water Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, Oil Pollution Act and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act); of other Federal regulations; and of Service/Department policies or guidelines in order to ensure that legal standards are met in the review of proposed land and water resource development projects (Federal, Tribal, State, commercial industry, and surrounding landowners/FWP).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
31.
Conduct ecological investigations and prepare reports to protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and botanical resources under the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Air Act, Endangered Species Act or Marine Mammal Protection Act.
32.
Review projects for compliance with the Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Air Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, or other Federal and/or State environmental laws or regulations.
33.
Review permits and/or license applications for a regulatory agency and for development projects for potential environmental impacts to fish, wildlife and trust resources.
34.
Provide technical assistance in the interpretation and implementation of laws, regulations, and policies in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources to personnel of Federal, State, and/or County agencies.
35.
Present technical and non-technical information through verbal presentations, outreach or other activities to the general public.