- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician (Plants)
- Agency
- Forest Service
- Announcement Number
- 23-R1GV-12126360-DP-RY Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, September 22, 2023 to Wednesday, September 27, 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.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you 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.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you 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.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
4.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Are you a current or former Political appointee, Presidential appointee, and/or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointee?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Biological Science Technician (Plants), GS-0404-6/7, position with the USDA Forest Service. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet one of these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THESE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING.
This section will be used to determine if you possess the education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Biological Science Technician (Plants), GS-0404-6/7. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information provided by your references. Mark only response for each question.
1.
From the statements below, select the response that best describes your education and/or experience as it pertains to meeting the Basic Requirements for the Biological Science Technician (Plants), GS-0404-06 position.
2.
From the statements below, select the one response that best describes your education and or experience as it pertains to meeting the Basic Requirements for the Biological Science Technician (Plants), GS-0404-07 position. Please select only one response.
For each of the following questions, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Conduct a variety of field studies of native and non-native botanical species and their habitats.
4.
Schedule, organize, and execute botanical projects involving native and/or non-native species.
5.
Evaluate data in order to make recommendations for improvement of habitat.
6.
Schedule and conduct field surveys to identify, document, and map noxious weed infestations.
7.
Use computer systems and associated software for recording, organizing, storing, and analyzing data.
8.
Link tabular data to locational parameters using Geographical Information Systems (GIS) database technologies and Geographical Positioning Systems (GPS) location technology.
9.
Provide work direction and guidance to seasonal employees and volunteers in the accomplishment of similar projects including safe handling of tools and operation of motorized vehicles.
10.
Operate a variety of field equipment commonly used in treating, preventing, and eradicating noxious weeds such as all-terrain vehicles (ATV's), utility terrain vehicles (UTV's), herbicide application equipment, GPS equipment, and cameras.
11.
Produce accurate maps of noxious weed infestations using GIS database technology and GPS location technology.
12.
Develop plans to collect data for use in habitat and species condition analysis.
13.
Collect survey and inventory data to determine species identity, population characteristics, environmental conditions, and factors affecting the vigor and extent of the species and their habitat.
14.
Analyze and refine botanical data to develop reports.
15.
Resolve common administrative and safety concerns related to the projects.
16.
Develop techniques, methods, and equipment based on experience, practical knowledge, and prescribed procedures.
17.
Collect and enter data into databases in order to generates reports.
18.
Prepare written and graphical reports of findings in a variety of formats.
19.
Assemble information for development of noxious weeds control project plans.
20.
Make recommendations based upon analysis of data and research on the best methods for control and eradication of noxious weeds.
21.
Monitoring sites of weed infestations to ensure control plans are being implemented.
22.
Provide timely input to supervisor regarding program needs, including estimated costs, e.g., for supplies.
23.
Summarize and track actual expenditures.
24.
Conduct purchases as needed during project implementation and keep supervisor informed of purchases for tracking and work plan preparation purposes.
25.
Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, coursework, and degree.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
26.
I certify that I have read the Required Documents (and all associated links) section of the vacancy announcement and I understand which documents are required to be attached and which documents should not be attached to my application. I understand that I will not be able to submit additional documents and/or information once the vacancy announcement has closed.
27.
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.