- Position Title
- Ecologist
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R1-24-12323464-CU-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, February 26, 2024 to Friday, March 8, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• 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.
If yes, confirm:
• 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.
3.
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:
• 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.
• 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.
4.
Are you a U.S. citizen or national?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
Assessment 1
0408 Ecology Series IOR
For each question, 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 provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
1.
The 0408 Ecology occupational series has an educational requirement that must be met by all applicants to qualify for a position in the 0408 occupational series. Select the most applicable response below as it pertains to your education.
GS11 Minimum Qualification
2.
In addition to the educational requirement, applicants must satisfy one of the below to meet the minimum qualification requirements of the position of Ecologist at the GS-0408-11 grade level. Select the most applicable response below as it pertains to your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level.
Knowledge of ecology and/or biology with major emphasis on plants.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Provide guidance to partners regarding recovery objectives and needs for wildlife and plants
4.
Review and evaluate project proposals and plans to coordinate activities with ongoing recovery activities and species' recovery needs
5.
Study changes in the distribution and density of organisms that live in ecosystems before and after human activities, management activities and/or natural disasters
Ability to develop, conduct, and evaluate vegetation management studies and species studies.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Develop sampling designs for ecological survey and monitoring efforts
7.
Conduct field evaluations of the biological status, threats, economic considerations, and conservation needs of plants, and recommend appropriate protection and management actions
8.
Administer ecological studies dealing with selected plant species of management concern.
Ability to interpret observations and prepare technical or administrative scientific reports and plans pertaining to plant ecology.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Develop management recommendations to further the recovery of listed species using the latest biological and ecological techniques and professional judgement
10.
Prepare supporting documents and plans related to revegetation
11.
Review draft and final plans and reports for scientific accuracy
Ability to coordinate and collaborate with representatives of other State and Federal agencies and private organizations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Participate in, facilitate, and/or coordinate multi-agency/non-governmental organizations/private efforts that focus on threatened and endangered species and rare plant species and their habitats
13.
Plan and conduct habitat restoration and recovery actions for both listed and candidate species, particularly plants, in cooperation with other Federal and state agency personnel, private organization representatives, and contractors
14.
Coordinate with other agencies, scientists, conservation organizations, local planning agencies, and knowledgeable individuals to encourage cooperative efforts to obtain and use the best scientific data for use in assessing the biological and taxonomic status of plants, and other fish and wildlife and implementing restoration and recovery efforts
15.
Coordinate with partners on project proposals, reporting, and implementation of projects
16.
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 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 me not being considered for this position.