- Position Title
- Fish and Wildlife Administrator
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R1-21-11038986-RR-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, February 24, 2021 to Tuesday, March 9, 2021
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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 Requirement
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.
I meet the basic education qualification requirement for this position, because I possess one of the following:
Additional Qualification
2.
In addition to meeting the basic education requirement above, I possess the following additional and required qualifying experience:
Mastery of the professional concepts, principles, and practices of fish and wildlife biology in order to direct and control scientific/program activities.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Verbally advise higher management about topics that are controversial in nature or have a high budgetary impact
4.
Work closely with other regional program officials to maintain a coordinated team management approach in handling service programs, address conflict and maximize organizational opportunities
5.
Work cooperatively with high-level managers representing federal and state agencies, local entities, and industry to resolve fish and wildlife conservation challenges
6.
Resolve conflicts by creatively developing and persuading others to accept new conditions, procedures or techniques
7.
Work cooperatively with other fish and wildlife biologists, state and federal land managers, and stakeholders to develop management plans and actions that address priority resource management issues
Knowledge of budget planning and execution processes, as well as associated political and economic factors, in order to determine budget needs, influence funding levels, justify budget requests, distribute funds appropriately, approve submissions, obtain reimbursable funding, and monitor the impact of expenditures on human resources and Service objectives.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Account for and report organizational expenditures at a regional and/or national level
9.
Balance workloads and distribute funding and staff resource adjusting for frequently changing situations, funding levels, initiatives, and crises
10.
Collaborate and build partnerships with client agencies (such as state or territory governmental agencies, tribal governments, and conservation organizations) as an advocate for the program
11.
Define and delegate authority to subordinate supervisors and/or senior personnel
12.
Develop and implement an organizational vision which integrates key national and program goals, priorities, and values for habitat restoration
Mastery of oral communication in order to negotiate controversial issues and persuade others regarding the validity of findings and recommendations; to present briefings; to serve as a leader and advocate of Service programs and practices; to guide others in carrying out complex work; and to facilitate cooperation and consensus among parties with diverse interests and agendas.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Provide administrative and/or managerial leadership in the operation of a highly visible, politically sensitive, complex and controversial field station
14.
Provide advice to other service officials concerning controversial and complex scientific, political and economic issues
15.
Provide effective leadership to conservation program activities
16.
Provide expert advice to resource professionals at the federal, state, and local levels on technical, scientific, or policy matters pertaining to wildlife management, especially those pertaining to species at risk.
17.
Write briefing statements and correspondence to elected officials, members of congress, governor's office, and/or non-governmental organizations which to explaining, defending or resolving controversial or sensitive issues
Skill in applying supervisory/managerial principles, methods and techniques in order to direct and motivate a diverse staff; and, a high degree of leadership knowledge and skill in order to implement agency changes through the integration of a highly specialized and scientifically sophisticated workforce.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Advise senior management on budget development, implementation and management of conservation budget, performance and management as well as workforce management
19.
Ensure that projects are accomplished in accordance with federal regulations and program policies, including real property acquisition regulations, costs principles, uniform administrative requirements, and audit requirements
20.
Establish and develop policies on a national and/or regional scope necessary for efficient management of science and wildlife management programs
21.
Evaluate budgetary and fiscal data for consistency with projections, current level of program operations, and anticipated changes in mission, staffing, and/or funding levels
22.
Review biological or resource management reports and plans, briefing statements, issue papers, memorandums, letters, or other interpretive materials concerning biological or resource management findings, conclusions, and recommendations
Skill in applying, the theories, principles, and concepts sufficient to develop new theories, concepts, principles, standards, and methods; plan and execute long-range programs and projects of national significance; serve as a recognized expert and consultant in a broad range of subject-matter programs that impact a number of resources; and advance the state-of-the-art beyond current discipline parameters.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Use new developments in plant, fish, and wildlife management, conservation, preservation and propagation to identify and resolve problems associated with controversial aspects of natural resource management
24.
Work cooperatively with other professionals/biologists while in a leadership role to resolve a variety of complex natural resource issues, facilitate group development of recommendations, and provide direction on action implementation
25.
Work on portions of annual work plans, mid-year and end-of year reports or perform similar budgetary duties for a natural resource program to ensure workload and performance targets are appropriate, reasonable, and implemented
26.
Work with other organizations to evaluate and resolve physical, chemical, biological, or social components of natural resources issues or conflicts
27.
Mentor and guide the development and execution of a large number of creative partnerships, including multiple unique agreements with partners to increase conservation of natural resources
Skill in written communication in order to review and edit documents and correspondence, write reports and justifications; document analyses of problems and issue scientific findings and action recommendations; address administrative matters and communicate guidance and instructions in situations where complex, interagency procedures vary and diverse scientific, political, and economic considerations are at issue.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
28.
Exercise leadership in integrating multiple aspects of ecosystem management, including refuge management, fisheries management, ecological services, migratory birds, federal aid, and law enforcement programs
29.
Explain and defend the organizational policies and activities where participants come from diverse organizations with competing interest
30.
Present complex concepts/findings in a clear, concise, and logical fashion at an interagency science forum, a national or international meeting, a public lecture, information hearing, press conferences, or at briefings of high-level officials
31.
Work with peers inside and/or outside of the agency on significant and complex regional-level issues
32.
Write biological or resource management reports and plans, briefing statements, issue papers, memoranda, letters, or other interpretive materials for expressing biological or resource management findings, conclusions, and recommendations
Condition of Employment: The position requires a valid Drivers license.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
33.
I understand that I am required to maintain a valid state driver's license throughout employment in this position.