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Position Title
Hydrologic Technician
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
IM-1539-IMDO-22-11301312-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, November 22, 2021 to Friday, December 3, 2021
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
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3. 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.
 
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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.
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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.
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Preferences
1. Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
3. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. From the descriptions below, select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes your qualifying experience for the Hydrologic Technician position at the GS-05 level. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. Your resume must fully support the specialized experience outlined in the job announcement to be qualified. No assumptions will be made based on job title or grade level alone.
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2. From the descriptions below, select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes your qualifying experience for the Hydrologic Technician position at the GS-06 level. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. Your resume must fully support the specialized experience outlined in the job announcement to be qualified. No assumptions will be made based on job title or grade level alone.
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3. Please indicate which of the following activities you have direct experience with:
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
4. Collect stream discharge, sediment, and/or ground and surface water survey data utilizing established procedures and instructions.
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5. Measure field water quality parameters such as pH, water temperature, specific conductance, dissolved oxygen and turbidity using in-situ multi-parameter water quality data sonde.
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6. Measure discharge, water quality parameters, and geomorphologic and hydraulic characteristics.
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7. Compute and check water-quality records from field samples.
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8. Compile, store, retrieve, analyze and report data using Microsoft Office tools.
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9. Apply statistical methods to hydrologic and/or biologic data using programs such as R.
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10. Prepare preliminary drafts on routine phases of water resource investigations for inclusion in broader reports.
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11. Test and troubleshoot hydrologic instrumentation in the field or office.
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12. Install, calibrate, and maintain continuous data loggers for water level, temperature, or turbidity using corresponding software, i.e. Hoboware. (limit characters)
13. Build maps for data collection and assessment using ArcGIS software.
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14. Accesses and maintains computer records and databases
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15. Safely wade and navigate streams and rivers.
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16. Conduct field work in a variety of terrains and weather.
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17. Hike in steep, rocky terrain carrying packs and equipment up to 50 pounds.
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