- Position Title
- Civil/Agricultural Engineer (Recent Graduate)
- Agency
- Natural Resources Conservation Service
- Announcement Number
- NRCS-23-11932694-RG-CA-SC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, April 21, 2023 to Friday, May 5, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
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Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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Are you a recent graduate who has, within the previous two years, completed a qualifying Associate's, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program? OR,
Are you a veteran who was unable to apply within two years of receiving your qualifying degree or certificate (associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctoral, or vocational/technical degree or certificate) due to military service obligation AND are you within six years from the date the degree or certificate was completed?
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
Are you a veteran who was unable to apply within two years of receiving your qualifying degree or certificate (associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctoral, or vocational/technical degree or certificate) due to military service obligation AND are you within six years from the date the degree or certificate was completed?
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
Preferences
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Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. You may only select up to 3 location(s).
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Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
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Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.
Assessment 1
Respond to the following questions. Mark only one response for each question. Any experience claimed in response to the following questions MUST be supported by information in your application (resume or any other written format). This information must be SPECIFIC (i.e., duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments). Failure to provide this supporting documentation may result in receipt of a lower or ineligible rating. (Note: One year of specialized experience is based on a 40-hour workweek. If you have worked less than 40 hours per week, you must prorate your experience.)
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To be considered eligible or qualified for an appointment as a Recent Graduate you must provide transcripts which show the degree awarded and conferred date (within the last 2 years). Recent Graduates can qualify with a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field. Do you understand the requirements, and will you provide appropriate documentation to verify eligibility and qualifications?
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Are you a recent graduate that has completed (or will complete within 120 days from the closing date this announcement) all the requirements for an academic course of study leading to a qualifying degree from an accredited educational institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (https://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx); OR a veteran that completed all the requirements for an academic course of study leading to a qualifying degree from an accredited educational institution, but due to a military service obligation, were unable to apply within the two-year timeframe (and it has not been more than six years since the qualifying degree was completed). For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/)
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In this part, you will be asked about your education or experience in meeting the basic qualifications for this 0810/0890 position. Please read all responses prior to making your selection, then select the answer that accurately reflects your qualification.
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In addition to meeting the basic educational requirement, you must also meet specialized experience requirements at the GS-7 level. Please select one response from the choices shown below that corresponds to the level of specialized experience you fully possess. Your resume must contain evidence to support your responses.
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In addition to meeting the basic educational requirement, you must also meet specialized experience requirements at the GS-9 level. Please select one response from the choices shown below that corresponds to the level of specialized experience you fully possess. Your resume must contain evidence to support your responses.
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In addition to meeting the basic educational requirement, you must also meet specialized experience requirements at the GS-11 level. Please select one response from the choices shown below that corresponds to the level of specialized experience you fully possess. Your resume must contain evidence to support your responses.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience for each assessment question listed below:
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your experience providing assistance with the implementation of engineering practices.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience in developing plans for wetland restorations.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience gathering data/samples for analyses (e.g., soils, water, animal waste production data, soil, and water nutrient levels).
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience developing and/or implementing agricultural and biological engineering practices.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience planning and designing common engineering practices relevant to the geographical location.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience/knowledge of standard soil and water conservation techniques, measures, and practices applicable to the local work area.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience providing technical assistance needed in applying planned engineering practices common to area according to practice standards and specifications.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience working with teams to develop and implement ways to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of products and services.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience fostering positive team environments that promote cooperation and trust.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience developing solutions to highly complex agricultural engineering issues.
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From the choices below, chose the one which best describes your experience assisting contractors in complying with contract plans and specifications.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience documenting and/or verifying construction contract provisions are met.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your experience checking work to ensure it is accurate, thorough, and meets applicable policies, standards/specifications, or other guidelines.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience preparing, reviewing, or advising on engineering designs or practices.
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience identifying the data requirements for each phase of a project (e.g., design, evaluation, quality assurance).
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From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience carrying out onsite investigations to determine natural resource concerns or sources of problems (e.g., erosion, animal waste, flood control).
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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. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.