- Position Title
- Range Technician (Weeds)
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Announcement Number
- NV-DEU-23-11954599-KP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, May 11, 2023 to Thursday, June 1, 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.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
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 response that best describes how your background meets the qualification requirements for a Range Technician (Weeds), GS-0455-04/05/06 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.
Minimum Qualification Requirement. I qualify for the GS-04 grade level because:
2.
Minimum Qualification Requirement. I qualify for the GS-05 grade level because:
3.
Minimum Qualification Requirement. I qualify for the GS-06 grade level because:
4.
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.
5.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge of and ability to use GIS and GPS technologies and topographic maps for accurate vegetation mapping, acreage determinations and road or property line locations.
6.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge of and ability to use range machines, tools, and weed management equipment safely and effectively.
7.
Select the statement that best describes your knowledge of and ability to record simple field measurements.
8.
Select the statement that best describes your ability to monitor the status and condition of range improvement projects.
9.
Select the statement that best describes your ability to answer inquiries in person or over the phone.
10.
Select the statement that best describes your experience working with diverse groups and individuals in a cooperative setting to achieve project goals.
11.
Select the statement that best describes your experience in communicating clearly, courteously, and professionally with management, co-workers, internal and external customers.
12.
From the following list, please identify the abilities that you have routinely and successfully applied at work and are identified in your resume. (Check all that apply)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Select the statement that best describes your level of experience, education, or training as it relates to the identification and control of noxious or invasive weeds.
14.
Select the statement that best describes your education, training, or experience in participating in preplanning surveys and inspection of range and erosion conditions.
15.
Select the statement that best describes your experience with gathering data, preparing, and submitting narrative reports for range monitoring activities.
16.
Select the statement that best describes your education, training, and/or experience applying rangeland management principles, practices, and concepts in order to assess resources for proper rangeland health.
17.
Select the statement that best describes your experience reading maps and locating features on the ground.
18.
Select the statement that best describes your experience maintaining files of documents, maps, site records or reports.
19.
I have a current, valid Driver's License or I am able to obtain one.
20.
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.