- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1542-WICA-24-12209121-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, November 28, 2023 to Tuesday, December 5, 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.
Assessment 1
1.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the minimum experience or education requirements for a Biological Science Technician GS-0404-07. Read all responses before making your selection. If you leave this 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. Your application materials must support the answers you claim in this assessment. If not, you may be found not qualified or your rating may be lowered.
WILDLIFE BIOLOGY: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of wildlife, including classification, taxonomy, population dynamics, habitat requirements, life histories, reproduction, behaviors, conservation, and care of wildlife.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Conduct wildlife population surveys and estimate population demographics, animal health, and species abundance.
3.
Assist wildlife biologist with necropsy disease testing and carcass disposal after euthanasia or lethal culling operations.
4.
Conduct chemical immobilization of wildlife, including safe care and use of pharmaceuticals.
5.
Capture and handle large ungulates utilizing corral facilities.
6.
Use knowledge of animal behavior and movements to locate and count large ungulates such as elk, deer, and bison.
BIOLOGY: Knowledge of the environment, plant and animal living tissue, cells, organisms, and entities, including their functions, interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Make field observations of general biological and ecological conditions as they relate to vegetation management.
8.
Ability to safely use and apply pesticides to treat invasive plant species.
9.
Identify native and nonnative plants using plant keys.
10.
Assist in planning and implementing plant surveys.
11.
Plan, prioritize, and execute exotic plant management or vegetation restoration/re-vegetation projects including conducting initial site evaluations to identify native, rare, and exotic plants.
TECHNOLOGY APPLICATION: Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Use electronic devices to collect data (e.g., remote cameras and hand-held GPS units).
13.
Utilize computer software for correspondence, word processing, and topic research in support of natural resource programs.
14.
Use ArcGIS Pro for project planning, data collection, and producing maps.
15.
Utilize radiotelemetry to locate collared animals.
16.
Survey wildlife using ArcGIS Online data collection in a helicopter and fixed wing plane.
LEADERSHIP: Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward goal accomplishment; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations; models high standards of honesty, integrity, trust, openness, and respect for the individual by applying these values to daily behaviors.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Follow safety guidelines and ensure contingency supplies and resources are maintained in a state of preparedness.
18.
Actively promote and enforce the agency policies of zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind.
19.
Lead the work of students, volunteers, and/or co-workers involved in resource management projects and field research, including providing direction, logistical support, advice, assistance, and training.
20.
Work as a crew leader to promote cohesion within the work group.
ORAL COMMUNICATION: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Communicate effectively with individuals in complex, contentious, or otherwise stressful situations.
22.
Prepare and deliver scientific presentations concerning park resources.
23.
Demonstrate understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern and relate well to people from varied backgrounds and situations.
24.
Provide accurate verbal and written information to program leads and park manager for effective information dissemination and decision making.