- Position Title
- Forestry Technician
- Agency
- Army Installation Management Command
- Announcement Number
- SCDW228711103149 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, September 19, 2022 to Monday, October 3, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
NOTE 3: MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
NOTE 4: MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
NOTE 3: MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
NOTE 4: MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
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
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
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
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.
1.
Appointment to this position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment. Are you willing to submit the proper documentation to have a background investigation completed?
2.
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time. Are you willing and able to travel away from your permanent duty station up to 5% of the time?
3.
Pre-employment physical and annual audiograms are required, additional medical evaluations may be required. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
4.
This position requires incumbent to be available after hours, weekends, or holidays, seasonally, depending on weather conditions, and current or projected workload requirements. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
5.
Incumbent is subject to recall 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in case of emergency. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
6.
The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. Do you currently possess or are you willing and able to obtain and maintain a valid license to comply with the requirement?
7.
Incumbent is required to wear prescribed protective uniforms and to use protective equipment. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
8.
This position may require shift work. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
9.
This position requires a pre-employment drug test. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Forestry Technician position with Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
1.
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 Forestry Technician at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Participate in wildland fire management projects such as prescribed burning, wildfire suppression, and standby fire tower duty on high fire danger days.
3.
Maintain readiness equipment such as fire tools and vehicles.
4.
Instruct technicians in firing techniques such as prepping for prescribed burn and suppression tactics.
5.
Utilize a variety of instruments such as maps and radio to communicate wildfire location.
6.
Designate boundaries for harvest unit.
7.
Mark timber for harvest in compliance with silvicultural prescription.n.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
8.
Perform timber cruising in accordance with standards and intended product designation.
9.
Provide timber sale final inspection for contract compliance.
10.
Create daily work plans for forest / fire management activities in accordance with standards.
11.
Utilize computer software to prepare visual aids such maps, detailed drawings, and narratives statements.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Utilize computer software to compile a variety of administrative reports.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
13.
Direct others when preparing areas for prescribed burning.
14.
Utilize recording data tools such as diameter tape and clinometer to measure diameter and height of individual trees.
15.
Utilize systems such as Global Positioning System (GPS) and Aeronautical Reconnaissance Coverage-Geographic Information System (ARC-GIS) to collect data needed for forestry operations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Order a variety of wildland fire supplies and equipment for the organization..
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
17.
Utilize collected evidence to determine probable cause of fire.
18.
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. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.