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Position Title
Geologist
Agency
Bureau of Land Management
Announcement Number
CBUB-22-11511736-WTS Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, May 24, 2022 to Monday, June 6, 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? (limit characters)
2. Career Transition Assistance Plan:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the Department of the Interior; AND
  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
  • I am applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which I have been or will be separated; AND
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility.  All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.   
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3. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of the Interior; AND
  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; AND
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility.  All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement. 
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Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Geologist position with the Bureau of Land Management in Phoenix, Arizona. (limit characters)
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents. (limit characters)
1. I meet the Basic Requirements for the professional Geologist position:
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2. I qualify for the GS-11 level because:
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
3. I understand that at a minimum, my resume MUST contain job title (include job series and grade, if federal), duties, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary. USAJOBS has a template to ensure a complete resume.
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Geology - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of the origins and structure of the earth, including the physical forces that have shaped it and its physical and organic history. (limit characters)
4. Select all that apply regarding the type of experience you have in obtaining and analyzing geologic data for locatable, leasable, and salable minerals. (Choose all that apply)
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5. Select all that apply regarding the type of experience you have in conducting geologic investigations: (Choose all that apply)
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Mining Engineering - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods related to rock mechanics; the exploration, excavation, extraction, processing and transporting of mineral resources; and the conservation and development of mineral lands, materials, and deposits. (limit characters)
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
6. Select the statement that best describes your experience reviewing and determining compliance with regulations for exploration, development, and production activities for salable and locatable minerals.
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7. Indicate the statement that best describes your experience with evaluation of mining properties.
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8. Select the statement that best describes your experience in applying laws and regulations pertaining to solid and locatable mineral operations.
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9. Select the one statement that best describes your experience determining compliance with regulations for exploration, development, or production of minerals.
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10. Select the statement that best describes your experience in applying laws and regulations pertaining to solid and locatable mineral operations.
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11. Identify the environmental monitoring work related to solid minerals that you have performed on the job: (Choose all that apply)
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For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
12. Select the statement that best describes your experience in reviewing mining plans of operation and/or amendments for locatable minerals.
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13. Select the statement that best describes your experience in conducting and coordinating on-site inspections of exploration, development, and mining operations for conformance with applicable State and Federal laws and regulations, lease terms, conditions and industry initiated mine plans.
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14. Select the statement that best describes your experience in conducting inspections of mining operations.
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Planning and Evaluating - Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes. (limit characters)
15. I have conducted surface and subsurface geologic investigations for either locatable or saleable minerals, and have incorporated my findings in the following types of documents: (Choose all that apply)
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For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
16. Select the one statement that best describes your experience, education and training in preparing a mine and reclamation plan application package, including related environmental permit applications (Clean Water Act, wetland mitigation, stream alteration, etc.) associated with permitting a large, open pit mining operation.
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17. Select the statement that best describes your experience working with engineers, economists, and other team members in evaluating economic, mining, and regulatory viability or feasibility of a mining property.
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18. I have work experience implementing the following laws and/or regulations: (Choose all that apply)
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19. Identify the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) work related to minerals that you have performed on the job: (Choose all that apply)
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Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. (limit characters)
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
20. Select the statement that best describes your experience identifying issues, resolving conflicts, and negotiating solutions.
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21. Select the statement that best describes your experience in drafting policy, guidelines, and procedures.
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22. Select the statement below that best describes your education, training, or experience in the preparation of geologic reports, maps, or presentations.
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23. Select the statement that describes your experience with negotiating, managing change, providing leadership, and managing natural resources.
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24. Select the response below that best describes your education, training, or experience in preparing technical reports to explain the geologic and mineralogical character of solid minerals and support recommendations.
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25. I have experience providing technical information to the general public or co-workers in the following manner(s): (Choose all that apply)
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26. I understand that additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other bureaus from within the DOI, through shared recruiting activities, and my application may be shown to multiple hiring offices. Additional selections for similar positions across the entire Department of the Interior within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement may be made. By applying, I agree to have my application shared with any interested selecting official(s) within the DOI. There is no option to opt-out as my information will not be shared with other hiring agencies outside of the DOI.
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27. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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