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Position Title
Student Trainee (Survey)
Agency
Bureau of Land Management
Announcement Number
AKPTHWYS-24-12273456-TD Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 to Wednesday, February 21, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Pathways Internship:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
  • I am a U.S. citizen;
  • I am at least 16 years of age;
  • I am a student enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree or certificate seeking student taking at least a half-time academic, technical, or vocational course load in an accredited technical, vocational, 2 or 4 year college or university, graduate or professional school.
  • I possess and maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA or equivalent on a 4.0 scale.
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility.  All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.   
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Preferences
1. 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. Applying to this announcement does not replace the need to apply to other job opportunity announcements for which you wish to receive consideration. (limit characters)
2. Are you willing and able to carry and use a firearm OR bear repellant spray for protection from bears and other dangerous animals? Note: You are prohibited from carrying a firearm if you currently have charges pending for or you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
 
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Assessment 1
Minimum Qualifications for Student Trainee (Survey Aid) GS-0899. (limit characters)
1. From the description below, choose the one letter next to the statement that describes how you meet the qualification requirements in the Student Trainee (Survey Aid), GS-03. Select only one letter.
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Student status (limit characters)
2. I am enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) seeking student with at least a half-time academic/vocational or technical course load in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, two or four year college or university, graduate or professional school. If currently enrolled, I have a cumulative 2.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or better and am currently in good academic standing with my academic institution. I will be enrolled for the next non-summer school term with at least a half-time course load. I have included documentation of enrollment or acceptance for enrollment and good standing with my application materials. If I am selected for this position, I understand that I must provide official transcripts (if currently enrolled) and official documentation of enrollment at least half-time for the next school term before I start work.
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Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning - Performs computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division correctly; solves practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical techniques such as formulas and percentages (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Solve trigonometry problems.
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4. Perform algebraic calculations.
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5. Utilize sine, cosine, and tangent functions.
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6. Add, subtract, and divide angular measurements.
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7. Reduce angles and distances to latitudes and departures (coordinates).
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Data Management - Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and tools of data management, such as modeling techniques, data backup, data recovery, data dictionaries, data warehousing, data mining, data disposal, and data standardization processes (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
8. Set-up and input data electronically into electronic data collectors.
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9. Extract data from data collectors.
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10. Program a handheld calculator.
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Surveying - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods used in the measurement or determination of land boundaries, distances, elevations, areas, angles, and other features of the earth's surface. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
11. Read maps to determine locations.
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12. Use GPS to determine locations.
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13. Perform simple traverses utilizing compass and tape.
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14. Operate a transit or theodolite and obtain horizontal and vertical angles.
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15. Utilize electronic distance measuring instruments.
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16. Utilize electronic data collection with conventional survey instruments.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
17. The work of this position is logistically challenging and includes working around aircraft in unprepared landing areas, operating ATVs in rugged terrain, and operating motorized watercraft on rivers and/or the ocean. Are you willing and able to work around aircraft in unprepared landing areas, operate ATVs in rugged terrain, and operate motorized watercraft on rivers and/or the ocean?
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18. Do you posses a valid state driver's license?
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19. The work of this position is often physically challenging and involves extensive travel by foot on remote rugged terrain and carrying equipment up to 60 pounds. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions?
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20. The work occurs in remote areas of Alaska and one may be without other human contact or voice communications for periods of up to 6 weeks. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions?
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21. Are you willing and able to travel by scheduled or chartered government aircraft (helicopter and fixed wing) to various locations within Alaska?
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22. This position may require working overtime in the evenings or on weekends. Are you willing and able to work an average of 10 hours per day and 6 days per week, including holidays?
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23. I have had training in defensive driving.
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24. I have had training in aid to victims (i.e., First Aid, CPR, Wildland First Aid, etc.).
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25. I have had training in safe use of firearms.
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26. I have had training in bear safety.
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27. I have had training in motorized watercraft (boat) operation and safety.
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28. I have had training in all-terrain vehicle (ATV) operation and safety.
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29. I have had training in aircraft safety.
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30. I have had training in tree felling safety.
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31. I have had training in chainsaw operation and safety.
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32. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all 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. (limit characters)