- Position Title
- Physical Scientist (Environmental)
- Agency
- Bonneville Power Administration
- Announcement Number
- 22-BPA-28438-11367453-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, January 27, 2022 to Saturday, February 5, 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 a position in a federal agency, other than the Department of Energy?
If yes, confirm:
--you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy;
--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;
--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 equivalent.
For more information on eligibility visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/
Check the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section in the job announcement for instructions to support your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.
If yes, confirm:
--you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy;
--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;
--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 equivalent.
For more information on eligibility visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/
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).
3.
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?
6.
Please list the title, agency and dates of the appointments
Assessment 1
1.
BASIC REQUIREMENT - You must meet the minimum basic education and/or experience requirements for physical science positions in the Federal government. Select the response that best describes your experience and/or education.
2.
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 grade 9
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.
4.
Identify clear discrepancies in data to solve minor problems in support of projects assigned to higher level staff.
5.
Review data to ensure services are in accordance with the environmental contracts.
6.
Review data for accuracy, using judgement to identify clear anomalies and make necessary corrections.
7.
Gather and analyze scientific information in order to identify critical and relevant data necessary for pollution control reporting metrics.
8.
Compile and integrate scientific data from various sources into a final product.
9.
Assist staff by developing strategies and providing field support to achieve or maintain regulatory compliance and remedy potential problems.
10.
Provide recommendations for solutions to environmental problems.
11.
Undertake field-sampling activities of a multi-media nature (primarily soil, water, and concrete sampling) in support of construction, cleanup, and monitoring projects.
12.
Develop alternatives to identify sources of information, collect and analyze data, and determine applicability to environmental problems.
13.
Analyze scientific or environmental data to interpret results and develop alternative solutions.
14.
Research guidelines, standards, or regulations to determine applicability to assigned work or project.
15.
Compare analytical results with expected returns to identify gaps.
16.
Analyze guidelines, standards, or regulations to assist with developing recommendations for changes.
17.
Evaluate proposed or anticipated system changes to determine impact on environmental operations.
18.
Evaluate scientific or environmental data to identify discrepancies or outliers.
19.
Provide scientific and technical support for projects and programs using environmental laws and implementation practices.
20.
Evaluate, assess, and interpret data and results of sampling and monitoring efforts.
21.
Assist with the research, organization, and maintenance of scientific and technical information for use in environmental studies and projects.
22.
Develop, coordinate, and implement Environmental Standards and Procedures (ESPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for pollution control and abatement programs.
23.
Monitor federal, multi-state, and local environmental laws and regulations for regulatory compliance and recommends compliance strategies to management.
24.
Assist with notifications to regulatory agencies of reportable releases, conducts field sampling, assists with cleanup operations, and prepares closure reports.
25.
Provide scientific and technical advice, guidance, and assistance regarding requirements of pollution prevention and abatement laws, regulations, environmental policies, plans, programs, and practices.
26.
Support environmental programs and projects within the framework of applicable laws.
27.
Manage secondary containment, storm water treatment, and protection projects.
28.
Determine data needs relative to the occurrence, sources, movement, quantity, and quality of water resources or similar resources.
29.
Assist field organizations in the proper handling and reporting of hazardous materials.
30.
Apply scientific principles to complete assigned work.
31.
Provide scientific and technical advice, guidance, and on-site assistance to ensure environmental protection and cleanup compliance.
32.
Assist with investigations and cleanups doing data entry and preparing reports.
33.
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)