USA Staffing

Position Title: Supervisory Physical Science Technician
Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Announcement Number: OMAO-24-12473479-DE Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, July 22, 2024 to Monday, August 5, 2024

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a current Department of Commerce employee who meets the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service that makes you eligible under the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)? If yes, please confirm that you meet all the following eligibility requirements:

This position is in the same local commuting area as the position of record from which you will be separated; and
This position is at a grade level no higher than the grade of the position of record from which you will be separated; and
This position has no greater promotion potential than the position of record from which you will be separated; and
You have a current performance rating of record of at least fully successful or the equivalent; and
You have not yet been separated.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a current or former employee of a Federal agency (other than the Department of Commerce) who meets the definition of displaced from a position in the competitive service that makes you eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)? If yes, please confirm that you meet all the following eligibility requirements:

This position is in the same local commuting area as the position of record from which you were separated; and
This position is at a grade level no higher than the grade of the position of record from which you were separated; and
This position has no greater promotion potential than the position of record from which you were separated; and
Your last performance rating of record was at least fully successful or the equivalent; and
You were separated from your position of record less than one year ago.

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.

A. Durham, NH

B. Newport, OR

Please select the responses to the questions below that best describes your experience as it relates to this position.

1. Select the statement that best describes the experience you possess to perform the work of a Supervisory Physical Science Technician, ZT-1311-5 pay band or equivalent grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service.

A. I have one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the ZT-4 or GS-12 grade level in the Federal service which includes all of the following: 1) Troubleshooting fleet-wide sensor systems and supporting infrastructure; and 2) Providing support and technical guidance in the areas of training and development, scientific sensor maintenance and management; and 3) Data management such as quality assurance and control of real-time data.

B. I do not meet the requirements as described above.

2. Which of the following best describes your experience advising and providing guidance of technical information to colleagues?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

3. Select all of the following tasks that you have performed related to repairing, testing and calibrations of scientific instruments and equipment. (Check all that apply)

A. Perform diagnostic test on instruments and components.

B. Prepare detailed documentation for sensor and instrument calibrations.

C. Clean and exchange components.

D. Bench test equipment to verify proper operational status.

E. Maintain records of equipment and modification changes.

F. Perform inspection and acceptance (I&A) testing of equipment.

G. I have no relevant experience performing these tasks.

4. What is the level of your experience in monitoring data quality for scientific sensors and systems aboard large oceangoing vessels or on moorings or other platforms?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

5. Do you have experience as a property custodian?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

6. Select the statement that best describes your experience coordinating and developing partnerships with a diverse set of scientists (including Physical Scientists and Hydrologists), stakeholders, and decision-makers working in the field of water or other natural resources.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

7. Describe your experience maintaining and developing advanced technologies to improve the quality and responsiveness of at-sea computer data collection, processing and management.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

8. Select the statement that best describes your experience in assisting in planning and conducting shipboard maintenance on installed mission electronics systems, scientific sensors, and communications and navigation equipment.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

9. Do you have experience effectively communicating complex, technical information in written, oral, and graphical form to a variety of audiences?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

10. Do you have experience identifying developmental and training needs of subordinate employees?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

11. Please select the answer that best describes your ability to exercise effective communication skills to meet and deal with diverse individuals who may be managers, employees or customers.

A. I have no experience in an environment that requires written communication.

B. I have experience in positions that require written communication of general information with others.

C. I have limited experience in positions that require written communication of technical information to managers employees and customers who have a broad range of technical expertise.

D. I have extensive experience in positions that require written communication of technical information to managers employees and customers who have a broad range of technical expertise.

12. I certify, to the best of my knowledge, that all the information in my application is true, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education. I understand that providing false or fraudulent information may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also certify that I have read the entire vacancy announcement; that I have reviewed my answers to the eligibility questions for accuracy; and that I understand what supporting documentation, if any, is required for submission and when it's due.

A. Yes

B. No

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