- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician (Avian)
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- TS-22-11320706-TD-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 13, 2021 to Monday, December 27, 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?
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification for GS-0404-04
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.
Qualification for GS-0404-04
Practical knowledge of wildlife biology needed to complete assigned technical support tasks.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Set up mist-nets and extract birds to collect biological data (e.g. survival, food habits, physiology, etc.)
3.
Capture and handle birds to collect biological data (e.g. survival, food habits, physiology, etc.).
4.
Collect other avian biological data such as hatching chronology, food habits, or behavioral observations.
5.
Conduct productivity surveys of birds to estimate demographic rates.
6.
Conduct counts of birds to estimate abundance.
Knowledge of birds and mammals necessary to identify animals in the field.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Identify marine mammals by sight.
8.
. Identify Alaskan seabirds by sight.
9.
Identify North American birds by sight.
Skills in use of field equipment or living in remote conditions.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Operate satellite phones.
11.
Use binoculars and spotting scopes to make detailed observations.
12.
Operate a GPS to navigate to a specific location.
13.
Operate/maintain camp equipment including temporary structures, stoves, and generators.
Basic knowledge of keeping records and tabulating data from biological studies.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Assists with preparing draft text sections of reports describing results.
15.
Prepare descriptive statistics to summarize field data.
16.
Transcribe data into spreadsheets and databases for data tabulation and summaries.
Business Necessity Questions
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
17.
Are you willing to work a temporary seasonal position not-to-exceed 1,039 hours in a field season?
18.
Are you willing to work long days if necessary which may include working on holidays, weekends, and evenings?
19.
Have you spent more than 1 month in remote field camps?
20.
Are you willing to travel, work, and live in remote, isolated locations for 3 to 4 months in Alaska?
21.
Are you willing and able to travel via boat, and ATVs?
22.
Are you willing to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more for extended distances?
23.
Are you willing to have access to supplies and amenities available less than once a week?