- Position Title
- Physical Scientist
- Agency
- Geological Survey
- Announcement Number
- USGS-RES-23-11848658-RG-SBW Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, May 2, 2023 to Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Please mark "YES" to all eligibility options below for which you wish to be considered. We can only verify eligibility options for which you claim and provide proper documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section of the announcement for specific requirements.
2.
Are you a recent graduate who meets the eligibility requirements described below for a Pathways Recent Graduate appointment?
- You must be a recent graduate who has completed, within the previous two years, an associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution such as an accredited technical or vocational school; a 2- or 4-year college or university; a graduate or professional school (e.g., law school, medical school); or a post-secondary home school curriculum. NOTE: Certificate program is defined as post-secondary education in a qualifying educational institution equal to at least one academic year of full-time study that's part of an accredited college-level, technical, trade, vocational, or business school curriculum. *OR*
- Veterans who were precluded from applying due to their military service obligation begin their 2-year eligibility period upon release or discharge from active duty; however, eligibility for these veterans cannot exceed 6 years from the date on which the degree or certificate was obtained. The date of release or discharge from active duty should be later than the date the degree or certificate was obtained.
3.
When did you obtain your latest degree or certificate (provide month/year in the space below)?
(limit 100 characters)
Assessment 1
Please select the responses to the questions below that best describes your experience as it relates to this position.
1.
Basic Requirements for GS-1301: Choose the one answer that best describes your education and experience as it pertains to the mandatory basic requirements for Physical Scientists.
2.
GS-07: In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements, you must have professional experience, graduate education, or a combination of professional experience and graduate education. Select the one response that best describes your education and/or experience.
3.
Utilize desktop ArcGIS program for simple editing of data.
4.
Perform basic editing functions in ArcGIS.
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Design and prepare graphical elements such as maps, illustrations, images, photo collages, and special effects for publications.
6.
Use general computer software such as Microsoft Office.
7.
Use GIS methods, such as ArcGIS, to prepare topical and regional-scale digital geologic maps.
8.
Operate, process, and maintain data from multiple parameter water quality monitors.
9.
Assure that all project data are stored in the appropriate database.
10.
Calibrate meters and other analytical equipment.
11.
Construct and disassemble hydrologic monitoring stations and supporting structures.
12.
Perform field or lab analysis of water samples.
13.
Utilize ArcGIS software in a professional environment to organize, analyze, and display spatial information.
14.
Design, develop, manage, analyze and interpret GIS databases and applications using ESRI ArcGIS software including importing existing digital data and converting data from a variety of formats.
15.
Operate and maintain automated water-quality sampling equipment such as ISCO samplers.
16.
Assist in preparing and publishing scientific reports on hydrologic and/or biologic subjects.
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Collect water-quality samples from streams and estuaries following specified guidelines.
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Compute, analyze, and quality-assure hydrologic and biologic data.
19.
Conduct experiments using chemistry laboratory equipment (pipet transfers, glassware, distilled water, simple acid/base solutions).
20.
Apply knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques of coastal geomorphology, ecology, GIS, and cartography to aid in the proper interpretation of estuarine shorelines.
21.
Demonstrated experience in using GIS and remote sensing techniques to classify and map geomorphology in alluvial/fluvial landscape setting.
22.
Education and experience in field mapping and data collection with particular focus on physical geography, geomorphology or surficial geology.
23.
Experience preparing maps, illustrations, and figures to convey physical geography, or geomorphology concepts.
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Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot electronic instruments.
25.
Apply knowledge of theories, principles, practices, and techniques of hydrology, water quality, hydraulics, geology, and/or engineering to the interpretation of scientific and technical data.
26.
Apply a basic understanding of chemical principles and laboratory safety procedures during routine laboratory functions.
27.
Operate a variety of standard laboratory equipment such as balances, vacuum equipment, ovens, distillation apparatus, basic measuring devices, and laboratory glassware.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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I certify, to the best of my knowledge that all the information in my application is true, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education. I understand that providing false or fraudulent information may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also certify that I have read the entire vacancy announcement; that I have reviewed my answers to the eligibility questions for accuracy; and that I understand what supporting documentation, if any, is required for submission and when it's due.