- Position Title
- Aquatic Resources Analyst
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Announcement Number
- AKDE-23-11822368-AV Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, February 27, 2023 to Friday, March 17, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
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.
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.
4.
Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Basic Education Requirements
1.
Please select the statement that most clearly and accurately describes how you qualify for the Aquatic Resources Analyst, 0401 Series:
Additional Qualifications Requirements
2.
In addition to the basic education requirement as stated above, select the one response that best describes how your background meet the qualifications for the Aquatic Resources Analyst, GS-0401-11 level:
3.
If you answered A or C to the question above, please indicate the job title, employer or organization, and dates for the position(s) in which you performed these duties. Make certain that your resume supports your answer and that it includes the hours per week which you worked. If you did not answer A or C, then input NA.
(limit 150 characters)
4.
Select the response from the choices below to show how you meet the minimum qualification requirements for the Aquatic Resources Analyst, GS-0401-12 level.
5.
If you answered A to the question above, please indicate the job title, employer or organization, and dates for the position(s) in which you performed these duties. Make certain that your resume supports your answer and that it includes the hours per week which you worked. If you did not answer A, then input NA.
(limit 150 characters)
Research - Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
6.
Select the one statement that best describes your expertise in planning, coordinating, and conducting projects that apply tools such as remote sensing, spatial analysis, and unique numerical and conceptual ecosystem models to characterize aquatic ecosystem function/dynamics, identify key ecological components, critical information gaps, and to inform managers of the effects of changes in land use, climate, and management actions:
7.
Please select the one answer that best describes your level of experience as it relates to the development and implementation of monitoring programs focused on addressing aquatic resource management questions:
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Select the statement that best describes your level of experience and/or training related to the application of lotic Assessment, Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) monitoring methods and analysis for collecting data and understanding analysis implications, as applied to natural resources management.
Data Management - Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and tools of data management, such as modeling techniques, data backup, data recovery, data dictionaries, data warehousing, data mining, data disposal, and data standardization processes.
9.
Select the statement that best describes your experience utilizing quantitative, qualitative, and/or geographic data analysis techniques to perform weighted analyses of aquatic resources:
10.
Select all of the functions related to aquatic ecosystem inventory and monitoring you have performed:
11.
Select all of the following software packages have you used to analyze aquatic resource data: (Select all that apply):
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
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 describes your experience in developing tools to streamline data collection and analysis, as well as formulating unique or novel approaches to answer key management questions regarding aquatic resource management.
13.
Select the statement that describes your experience developing and applying a Generalized Random Tesselation Stratified (GRTS) or Random Systematic study design to determine landscape level resource conditions.
14.
Select all of the statements that describe your experience conducting aquatic habitat assessments: (Select all that apply):
Writing - Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.
15.
Select all the statements that best describe your writing experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Select the statement that describes your experience in preparing and editing complex technical (scientific in nature) written reports and responding to comments received from the public, press, and other agencies:
Project Management - Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Select the one statement that best describes your expertise participating on inter-agency committees, National/Regional task groups, or NEPA interdisciplinary teams to provide technical decision support applications to address complex statewide, regional or national conservation issues.
18.
Select the one statement that best describes your expertise developing and leading training events for ecological monitoring programs where attendees have a wide range of experience ranging from entry level to mid-career professional.
19.
Select all the statements that best describe your project management experience specific to regional/large scale monitoring projects.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
20.
The official worksite for this position is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. I understand that this position is not considered "remote work" and I will be expected to report to the duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis.
21.
Are you willing and able to carry and use a firearm OR bear repellant spray for protection from bears and other dangerous animals? Note: You are prohibited from carrying a firearm if you currently have charges pending for or you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
22.
Do you possess a current valid state (any state) driver's license?
23.
Are you able and willing to drive long distances over rough gravel roads, operate all-terrain vehicles and snow machines, fly in various aircraft, and travel over water by raft, canoe, and riverboat?
24.
Are you able and willing to walk long distances over rough terrain carrying a backpack and/or equipment up to 10 pounds?
25.
Are you able and willing to camp and/or live in remote and primitive conditions, to include sleeping in a tent and preparing your own food, while doing fieldwork for up to 2 days per month?
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.
27.
Your rating is subject to verification based on the application materials that you submit, and through verification of references as appropriate. A deliberate attempt to falsify information on your application materials is grounds for non-selection and for termination. In addition, falsifying information on your application can result in your being barred from Federal employment. Please choose the appropriate response below: