- Position Title
- BIOLOGIST
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R2-23-11799267-LAS-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, February 17, 2023 to Thursday, March 2, 2023
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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 location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Basic Qualification and GS-5 Qualifications
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.
In order to qualify for this position, you must meet one of the basic requirements below. This requirement also will qualify you at the GS-5 level.
GS-7 Qualifications
2.
To qualify at the GS-7 level, you must possess one of the following:
Ability to establish positive working relationships and exercise tact and diplomacy in coordinating activities with co-workers, and as needed, with representatives of other Federal agencies, state, tribal and local organizations, conservation organizations, and the general public.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Maintain beneficial relationships with partners and others within the conservation community.
4.
Assist in the planning and execution of studies and assessments related to fish, wildlife, and botanical resources.
5.
Participate in conservation activities with external partners.
6.
Make suggestions for improvements in methods, techniques or procedures based on field conditions encountered.
Ability to communicate orally in order to share information and present findings.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Present technical and non-technical project results related to fish, wildlife, and botanical resources through verbal presentations, outreach or other activities, to diverse audiences, including peers, management, partners, and the general public.
8.
Brief supervisor orally and in writing with results or findings from database research or document review related to fish, wildlife, and botanical resources.
9.
Provide status reports on progress and completion of assigned activities in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources.
Knowledge of database management and geospatial analysis concepts, principles, and methods.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Manage databases, including entering or extracting data for reporting in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources.
11.
Use a wide variety of statistical and GIS/GPS computer software (e.g. Excel, Access, SAS, R, Mathematica, Matlab, Arc Info, ArcGIS etc.) to develop and maintain biological databases and analyze biological data.
12.
Use data analysis software to interpret and communicate results in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources.
Ability to communicate in writing in order to prepare correspondence, scientific, and administrative reports, management plans, and similar documents.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Prepare written correspondence or written briefings on technical scientific subject matter related to fish, wildlife, and botanical resources for a wide-ranging audience.
14.
Draft technical reports on the progress and completion of scientific related activities in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources.
15.
Prepare grant proposals and/or grant applications for scientific research and/or habitat restoration activities.
16.
Translate technical scientific information in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resource into documents, correspondence, or reports that are easily understood by the general public.
Knowledge of the theories, principles and concepts of biology; related biological and physical science disciplines such as botany, chemistry, toxicology, hydrology, entomology, limnology, parasitology, and ecology.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Analyze and interpret biological data, review scientific studies, and present analyses in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources.
18.
Provide technical assistance in the interpretation and implementation of laws, regulations, and policies in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources to personnel of Federal, State, and/or County agencies.
19.
Conduct ecological investigations and prepare reports to protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and botanical resources under the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Clean Air Act, Endangered Species Act or Marine Mammal Protection Act.
20.
Provide technical assistance on habitat restoration projects.