- Position Title
- Hydrologist (Recent Graduate)
- Agency
- Bonneville Power Administration
- Announcement Number
- 22-BPA-27600-11298433-RG Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 13, 2021 to Monday, January 3, 2022
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Eligibilities
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Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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Are you a recent graduate who has, within the previous two years, completed a qualifying Associate's, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program?
Note: Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply.
For more information on eligibility visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/
Check the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section in the job announcement for instructions to support your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.
Note: Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply.
For more information on eligibility visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/
Check the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section in the job announcement for instructions to support your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Do any of your relatives work for the agency to which you are applying? If so, please list any applicable names below. Please enter N/A in the text box, if not Applicable. (Include: father, mother, husband, wife, son, daughter, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, niece, father-in-law, mother-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, and half sister).
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Instructions: To provide the hiring manager an opportunity to consider your accomplishments, you may submit/attach copies of your performance appraisals and/or incentive award justification as part of your application by uploading these documents into USA Staffing.
All current Federal employees must have at least a fully successful or equivalent performance rating or higher, to be considered for competitive placement. Competitive Federal employees who have a current unacceptable performance rating will be excluded from consideration.
All current Federal employees must have at least a fully successful or equivalent performance rating or higher, to be considered for competitive placement. Competitive Federal employees who have a current unacceptable performance rating will be excluded from consideration.
4.
Have you received awards or been recognized as part of your annual performance appraisal for work that was based on one or more of the competencies described in this vacancy announcement?
5.
Are you currently serving or have served in the last five (5) years in a Political Appointment in the Federal Government?
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Please list the title, agency and dates of the appointments
Assessment 1
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BASIC REQUIREMENT - You must meet the minimum basic education and/or experience requirements for hydrology positions in the Federal government. Select the response that best describes your education and/or experience.
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In addition to the Basic Requirement, choose one answer that best describes your education and experience.
3.
In addition to the Basic Requirement, choose one answer that best describes your education and experience.
For the following task statements, please select the option that best describes your training or experience. You must ensure that the level of training or experience claimed is reflected in your resume. If the information cannot be found in your resume, your self-rating will be adjusted accordingly.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Assist senior hydrologic staff in developing daily, weekly, and/or intra-annual streamflow forecasts to support decision-making.
5.
Consult with other professionals in related fields regarding the interpretation of streamflow and meteorological information for forecasting.
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Prepare streamflow, weather or climate analyses using graphics computer software.
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Assist in maintaining streamflow modeling system and support software.
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Utilize observed data and/or numerical simulations to support business decision-making.
9.
Apply mathematics and statistical methods to evaluate hydrologic studies and technical literature, modeling procedures, and hydrometeorological data.
10.
Prepare oral and written briefings for senior staff on current and future hydrologic conditions.
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Present study findings, conclusions, and recommendations to decision-makers for development purposes.
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Participate in briefings, meetings, or conferences to present technical or scientific information.
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Collaborate with external partners such as federal or state agencies to exchange information.
14.
Work with senior staff to review completed hydrologic reports and studies for scientific soundness.
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Respond to internal customer inquiries for information or assistance.
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Assist in producing written technical documents to summarize study results or project status for senior employees or management.
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Prepare written communication of complex technical requirements to non-technical personnel.
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Prepare scientific forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of the organization or other groups.
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Prepare written analyses, reports, briefing materials on streamflow weather related topics.
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Develop written responses to moderately complex questions about streamflow and weather forecasting procedures, or processes.
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Modify code and run scripts using advanced programming language to enhance streamflow and weather modeling capabilities.
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Maintain computer software, spreadsheets, and databases.
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Upgrade and maintain configuration of system source codes for compliance with software standards.
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If you selected E in response to any question above, indicate where in your resume the information can be found to support your answer (identify by job title and dates). In order to receive credit, please be sure that your resume provides adequate details to support your answer or your response will be adjusted accordingly. (Maximum length of
250 characters): (limit 250 characters)
250 characters): (limit 250 characters)