- Position Title
- Interdisciplinary Biologist/Ecologist/Botanist/Horticulturist
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- WO-1614-DSC-23-12029838-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, July 7, 2023 to Friday, July 21, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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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.
- 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.
4.
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:
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.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Interdisciplinary Biologist/Ecologist/Botanist/Horticulturist position. Please answer the following questions pertaining to your experience and qualifications.
Basic Requirements for the Interdisciplinary Biologist/Ecologist/Botanist/Horticulturist GS-0401/0408/0430/0437 position:
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes your experience or education as it pertains to the basic requirements for this General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences Series 0401 position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
2.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes your experience or education as it pertains to the basic requirements for this Ecology Series 0408 position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
3.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes your experience or education as it pertains to the basic requirements for this Botany Series 0430 position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
4.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes your experience or education as it pertains to the basic requirements for this Horticulture Series 0437 position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Interdisciplinary Biologist/Ecologist/Botanist/Horticulturist position:
5.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Interdisciplinary Biologist/Ecologist/Botanist/Horticulturist work at the GS-11 level or equivalent.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
6.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Interdisciplinary Biologist/Ecologist/Botanist/Horticulturist work at the GS-12 level or equivalent.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
For the questions below, please select the best answer or answers to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position.
Your responses will be used to determine minimum eligibility and qualification requirements. Be sure that your experience as listed in your application materials supports your responses to the questions below. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience that you describe in your application packet submitted for this position (application form or resume, transcripts, list and description of training completed and/or other items you submit). If not, your score will be lowered or you will be found not qualified. The information you provide will be verified. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
Written Communication -Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a succinct and organized manner.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Provide written sections of monitoring, contracting, or management documents for internal or external audiences.
8.
Make technical information accessible to a variety of internal and external audiences.
9.
Develop compelling and accurate written material for decision makers and the public.
10.
Integrate resource management data into revegetation planning documents, contract documents, or technical reports in a manner that is accessible to multidisciplinary audiences.
Teamwork-Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Works with multidisciplinary teams in delivering projects, reports, or other technical resources.
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Exercise collaborative working relationships that foster open and inclusive communications with individuals, partners, and other groups and organizations.
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Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues at all levels.
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.
14.
Incorporates and utilizes best management practices, habitat features, and environmental assessments in selecting appropriate plant materials for restoration and revegetation projects.
15.
Integrate principles of horticulture, ecology, botany, and or biological sciences into planning and implementation documents.
16.
Utilize scientific and technical data related to resource planning and management.
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Incorporates and utilizes scientific and technical data related to natural resource management and policy into the production of vegetation management plans, monitoring plans or studies, and/or contract documents.
18.
Knowledge of the principles of plant biology, native plant materials, invasive species, and ecology.
Verification Statement
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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 CFR 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.