- Position Title
- Biologist
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R5-24-12356964-CL-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, March 22, 2024 to Thursday, April 4, 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.
Would you accept a term appointment?
Assessment 1
Basic Education Requirement GS-0401
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and education. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
1.
Choose the response that best describes how your education and/or experience meets the requirements for the 0401 Occupational Series.
Minimum Qualification GS-0401-11
2.
Choose the response that best describes your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level.
Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, concepts methodologies and techniques of biology
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Use various survey methods, software and equipment, to monitor for bats.
4.
Plan, coordinate and conduct data collection and data management for inventory or monitoring survey for fish, wildlife and/or habitat.
5.
Arrange logistical planning for extended remote field work including fuel, supplies, equipment, and travel.
Ability to organize and track data records
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Manage, perform quality control, and analyze bat acoustic data.
7.
Plan, coordinate and conduct data collection and data management for inventory or monitoring survey for fish, wildlife and/or habitat.
8.
Assess workflows and streamline processes for natural resource data collection projects.
Ability to communicate in writing
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Develop monitoring contracts/agreements with partners.
10.
Communicate technical and non-technical written information to diverse audiences.
11.
Design and develop training aids to help support field data collection of natural resource data.
Ability to communicate orally and build consensus with individuals and special interest groups
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Use strong communication skills to organize and facilitate coordination of data collection.
13.
Train and assist partners with protocol implementation.
14.
Effectively communicate survey protocols or study methodology to technicians, volunteers, or contractors.
A valid state driver's license is required.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
15.
Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license?
If required, wears the Service uniform according to policy.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
16.
Are you willing to wear an official U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service uniform in a manner consistent with established policies?
Certification Statement
17.
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.