- Position Title
- Supv Wild Horse and Burro Operations Specialist
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Announcement Number
- NV Merit-22-11703810-KK Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, November 10, 2022 to Friday, November 25, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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.
3.
Area of Consideration: Current Department of the Interior Employee - Do you meet the following eligibility?
- I am a current federal employee with the Department of the interior
4.
Are you a current or former employee of a land management agency (Forest Service; Bureau of Land Management; National Park Service; Fish and Wildlife Service; Bureau of Indian Affairs; or Bureau of Reclamation) who:
• was originally hired to a time-limited position under a competitive appointment; AND,
• served one or more time-limited appointments at a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; AND,
• performed at an acceptable level of service during each period of service; AND,
• if no longer employed by the land management agency, have been separated for no more than two years, and for reasons other than misconduct or performance
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. You must submit documentation showing all required periods of service (generally SF-50s) and acceptable performance (generally performance appraisal ratings or memorandum of record where the supervisor documented an acceptable performance level, or reference by supervisors, etc.). All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
• was originally hired to a time-limited position under a competitive appointment; AND,
• served one or more time-limited appointments at a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; AND,
• performed at an acceptable level of service during each period of service; AND,
• if no longer employed by the land management agency, have been separated for no more than two years, and for reasons other than misconduct or performance
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. You must submit documentation showing all required periods of service (generally SF-50s) and acceptable performance (generally performance appraisal ratings or memorandum of record where the supervisor documented an acceptable performance level, or reference by supervisors, etc.). All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
Assessment 1
YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
From the descriptions below, select responses that best describes how your background meets the qualification requirements for a Supervisory Wild Horse and Burro Operations Specialist, GS-1601-12 position. Read all responses before making your selection. Some questions allow for multiple answers, so mark those that apply. If you leave a question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
1.
I qualify for the GS-12 level because:
2.
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.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge of the habits, behavior characteristics, health and welfare of wild free roaming horses and burros.
4.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge of the laws, regulations, manuals, directives, and policies related to the Wild Horse and Burro program.
5.
Identify the following tasks related to the operations at a large wild horse and burro holding and preparation facility that you have performed on the job.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge in animal husbandry practices relating to large animals especially horses and burros (i.e., physical description, feeds and feeding, health requirements, facility needs, federal requirements for transportation, health verification and solid waste management, etc.).
7.
Select the statement that best describes your basic knowledge of diseases associated with equines and common drugs used in the treatment of their diseases and the ability to recognize animals that are sick or performing poorly and to take appropriate action.
8.
Select the statement that best describes your experience administering common drugs used for treatment of wild horses and burros.
9.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge of equine animal husbandry practices as it relates to wild horse and burro nutritional needs and feeding practices.
10.
Select the statement that best describes your ability to recognize animals that are sick or performing poorly and to take appropriate action.
11.
Select the statements that best describes your experience identifying equine disease, injuries, and genetic defects as they relate to wild horses and burros.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies pertinent to the management of wild horses and burros.
13.
Indicate your level of proficiency in applying Wild Horse and Burro Program laws, regulations, and policies.
14.
Indicate the response below that best describes your level of training and/or experience in managing service contracts:
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge and understanding of the principles and methods of supervision, to provide necessary direction to the operational and administrative functions.
16.
Select all the statements from below that best describe your experience working as a supervisor, team lead, project manager or reviewing the work of others.
17.
Select all the statements from below that describe your experience providing technical information to the general public or co-workers.
18.
Select the responses that describe the type of written material you are most skilled at developing.
19.
Select the statement that best describes your ability to communicate orally.
20.
Identify the statements that describe your experience working with people on a regular basis.
21.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief all of 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.