- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R3-21-11242640-DMJ-MP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, September 24, 2021 to Thursday, October 7, 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.
Please select YES to this eligibility if you are ANY of the options below:
- A 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. OR
- Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) Eligible OR
- Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) Eligible
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.
Please select YES to this eligibility if you meet ANY of the eligibilities listed below:
- A 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
- A Veteran who has 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 Eligible
- A Foreign Service Employee
- 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
- An Individual with a Disability: Schedule A Disability appointments (Severe Physical, Psychiatric, Mental Disability)
- Interchange agreement with other merit systems Eligible
6.
Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment? For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
7.
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?
8.
Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
• recently separated (within the past 3 years); OR
• are a disabled veteran; OR
• served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition; OR,
• received an Armed Forces Service Medal?
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 your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
• recently separated (within the past 3 years); OR
• are a disabled veteran; OR
• served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition; OR,
• received an Armed Forces Service Medal?
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 your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
Preferences
1.
Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification for GS-0404-05
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.
Minimum Qualification
Ability to successfully interact with groups of people, work as a team member, cooperate with others, and be flexible and adaptable.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Provide technical support in implementing the field components of the Sea Lamprey Control Program.
3.
Provide input to other technicians, biologists, and team leaders on technical elements of a monitoring or control program.
Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles, various watercrafts, biological/physical sampling equipment, and laboratory instruments.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Operate motorized watercraft for use in sampling or collecting of biological specimens.
5.
Use a variety of tools such as a maps compass, or GPS to orient and navigate in both populated and remote areas.
6.
Perform repairs on instruments, specialized equipment, motor vehicles, boats, ATVs, and outboard motors.
Ability to observe, collect, record, and report biological/physical data.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Collect and record data according to protocols.
8.
Summarize data collection and prepare routine reports.
Ability to take the initiative, lead, set direction, and accomplish tasks.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Interacting effectively with others to accomplish multiple tasks and achieve objectives.
10.
Lead field crews in collection of field data.
11.
Provide technical guidance and direction in all phases of field projects, including necessary training in techniques and procedures.
Ability to identify fish, wildlife, and other organisms.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Identify sea lampreys and other Great Lakes fishes in the field and laboratory.
13.
Use dichotomous keys to identify biological specimens.
Ability to use computers and a variety of computer software to manage and extract data and develop maps.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Entering data into a variety of software programs (Excel, Access, Survey123, etc.) using smartphones, tablets, or laptop computers.
15.
Use GIS or computer mapping programs to interpret and present spatial data.
16.
Manage and extract field data using relational databases and spreadsheets.
Ability to obtain certification in ATV operation, motorboat operation and safety, defensive driving, electrofishing, first aid and CPR.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
17.
I understand that this position requires certification in ATV operation, motorboat operation and safety, defensive driving, electrofishing, first aid and CPR.
The incumbent may be required to have a valid state drivers license.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
18.
I possess a valid state driver's license.
The incumbent may be required to obtain and properly wear class C uniform components as prescribed in The Fish and Wildlife Service Manual.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
19.
I understand that I may be required to obtain and properly wear the official Fish and Wildlife Service uniform.