- Position Title
- Hydrologist
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R2-22-11345782-DMJ-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, January 13, 2022 to Monday, January 31, 2022
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.
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.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Basic 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.
GS-1315 Basic Requirement (all grade levels)
Minimum Qualification for GS-1315-07
2.
Please select the response below that best indicates how you meet the minimum qualification for the GS-07 position. Make sure your resume supports the response that you select.
Position may be required to operate or be a passenger in small watercraft. Employees who operate a small watercraft are required to possess safety certification or pass an appropriate safety training course commensurate with watercraft used in the performance of duties.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
I acknowledge that the duties of this position may require I be a passenger in a small watercraft and that I may be required to obtain and maintain safety certification or pass an appropriate safety training course to operate watercraft used in the performance of my duties.
Position may be required to operate a motor vehicle as an incidental driver. Employees who operate a motor vehicle on public roadways require a valid drivers' license.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
I understand that I may be required to obtain and maintain a valid State Driver's License.
Positions involving arduous field work may require a pre-employment medical examination.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
5.
I understand that this position may be subject to pre-employment medical examination.
Knowledge of publication requirements and fundamental science practices applied to preparation of reports which clearly present scientific findings, interpretations, conclusions, and recommendations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Review incoming written materials, correspondence, directives, regulations, or publications for items important to the activities of management or staff members
7.
Complete technically and grammatically correct written reports or scientific publications on natural resource issues.
8.
Assist with the development of peer-reviewed data products, publications or annual project reports.
9.
Translate and/or develops interpretive materials and publications such as brochures, posters, handouts, newsletters, etc.
Knowledge of hydrologic sciences, methods and techniques and water management practices and procedures as well as hydrologic study techniques sufficient to analyze and interpret hydrologic data and information and to prepare data and interpretive findings in support of study conclusions applying a variety of well-established techniques and methods.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Conduct habitat restoration techniques (i.e., wetland water manipulation, invasive species removal, moist soil management) for the benefit of invertebrate and waterfowl species.
11.
Monitor elements of the physical environment, such as water quality, temperature, precipitation, stream flow, snow depth, wind speed, and humidity
12.
Monitor water levels for optimal habitat value, including operating water delivery and drainage systems
Skill in communicating scientific data orally and in writing to both technical and non-technical personnel.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Maintains communication with supervisor and coworkers, meets deadlines and prioritizes workload.
14.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse audience to promote a national communications program that supports natural resource and wildlife conservation communication goals
15.
Compile biological information from completed projects for inclusion in reports, presentations, or other communication material.
16.
Compose grammatically correct written communication to inform specific target audiences on programs.
17.
Compile biological information from completed projects for inclusion in reports, presentations, or other communication material.