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Position Title
Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
Agency
Forest Service
Announcement Number
22-R9GVMAY-0404-FS2265-DP Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, July 5, 2022 to Monday, July 18, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy;  AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
 
 
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4. Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below: 

• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating? 
OR 
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
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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
For each of the following questions, 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 provide in your resume or application and information provided by your references. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THESE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING. (limit characters)
1. From the statements below, select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a GS-05 Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) position. Please select only one response. Transcripts must be provided if qualifying by education.
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For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Collect wildlife data for inclusion in wildlife reports.
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3. Perform habitat sampling and analyze samples.
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4. Recognize and assess condition of environment and wildlife inhabitants.
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5. Complete habitat improvement project work such as watershed development, fencing, or clearing.
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6. Work collaboratively as a team member or team leader to perform wildlife-related assignments using established methods.
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7. Coordinate logistics and equipment needs for performing wildlife project work.
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8. Make presentations of wildlife management findings.
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9. Communicate applicable instructions to team members.
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10. Respond to inquiries from co-workers and team members.
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11. Develop accurate records and analysis of findings from field tests.
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12. Record expected responses from biological tests to increase reliability of obtained results.
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13. Communicate routine information clearly in written form.
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14. Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, coursework, degree, and/or completion of trade or vocational school program. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
15. I certify, I have read the announcement and have attached all supporting documents as required in the "Required Documents" section of the vacancy announcement. I understand that failure to submit all required legible documents prior to the closing date of the announcement may result in loss of consideration.
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16. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. (limit characters)