- Position Title
- Tribal Liaison
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- MR-22-11454726-KTM-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, April 28, 2022 to Thursday, May 19, 2022
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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.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualifications, GS-13
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.
Please describe your qualifications for the GS-13 grade level of this position.
Minimum Qualifications, GS-12
2.
Please describe your qualifications for the GS-12 grade level of this position.
3.
Within which Region(s) are you interested in working?
Thorough knowledge of diverse regional Native American cultures, groups, and governing bodies, as well as with legal, treaty, and trust implications in order to facilitate and benefit continuing communication with the wide variety of Native American Tribes and organizations within both regions and in a variety of situations, e.g., negotiations, training, technical assistance, Tribal consultation, and problem resolution.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Interact with tribal communities in order to determine their concerns and needs
5.
Interpret wildlife conservation legislation, regulations, treaties, policies and procedures
6.
Provide authoritative advice to upper level management on implementation of laws and policies
7.
Raise awareness in your program area of current issues in tribal communities
8.
Share information with individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information
Understanding of the mission and the structure of the Department of the Interior and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, its functions, policies, programs, capabilities, budget practices, and related laws and regulations to ensure appropriate coordination and contacts with entities which need to be involved, can provide appropriate assistance and can benefit from the accomplishment of environmental projects and objectives.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Apply and interpret Fish and Wildlife Service Native American Policy and Department of the Interior policies and regulations in order to fulfill the agency's Tribal Trust responsibilities
10.
Apply laws and policies pertinent to program operations
11.
Define stakeholder requirements
12.
Ensure organization's goals and initiatives align with administration and new legislation
13.
Promote or develop and maintain good working relationships with key individuals and groups
14.
Use knowledge of organization culture, mission and functions to provide effective program management
Thorough understanding of environmental laws and regulations as they apply to Native American interests in order to explain their purposes and techniques, and to ensure compliance with them.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Assist in interpreting laws and policies for culturally diverse individuals, agencies, and organizations
16.
Communicate information to a diverse group of individuals to effectively meet program objectives
Skill in negotiating, developing, and maintaining agreements and working relationships under sensitive, controversial, and, sometimes hostile conditions in order to help Native Americans gain access to sound technical advice and to facilitate consensus on a myriad of environmental and biological resource issues.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Adapt behavior to work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles
18.
Align the customer's needs and trends in the development of strategic plans to ensure their program goals are met
19.
Apply effective negotiation/facilitation practices in potentially sensitive/controversial situations
20.
Arrange and facilitate meetings with tribal groups and government agencies as needed
21.
Collaborate closely with individuals and groups to identify, anticipate, and resolve problems; analyze alternatives, negotiate differences, and make improvements related to project/program development