Tuesday, August 6, 2024 to Monday, August 19, 2024
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Eligibilities
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Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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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.
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.
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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.
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Are you a U.S. citizen or national?
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Preferences
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Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
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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.
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Minimum Qualifications for GS-09
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In addition to meeting the Basic Education Requirement above, in order to qualify for this position at the GS-09 grade level you must also meet the following minimum qualification requirement. Please select the response below that indicates how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position at the GS-09 grade level.
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Minimum Qualifications for GS-11
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In addition to meeting the Basic Education Requirement above, in order to qualify for this position at the GS-11 grade level you must also meet the following minimum qualification requirement. Please select the response below that indicates how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position at the GS-11 grade level.
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Ability to correlate, synthesize, critically analyze and clarify a variety of ecological data to produce succinctly written reports, summaries, and recommendations.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Analyze data collected throughout wildlife surveys and discuss the resulting scientific finding in reports, technical documents, power point presentations, or briefing statements to management, supervisors, peers, and partners.
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Provide technical advice and recommendations for management practices.
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Reviews environmental compliance documentation including National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) or Endangered Species Act (ESA) section 7 documentation.
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Organize and interpret data using appropriate analytical tools including Microsoft excel, statistical software, geographic information systems (GIS) or global position system (GPS) computer software.
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Independently produce professional documents.
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Knowledge and ability to plan and accomplish refuge management projects and studies, as well as to monitor programs to determine their effects on habitat and wildlife.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Participating in biological programs involving natural resources of national significance, including state or federally listed species.
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Conducting wildlife and habitat studies in remote locations working under adverse environmental conditions.
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Participating in invasive plant control and eradication measures.
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Estimating the demographics of wildlife populations by conducting surveys and interpreting survey data.
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Prioritize work duties while maintaining quality control of information, compliance with regulations, and project completion.
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Familiarity with a wide spectrum of scientific and ecological principles and methods in order to apply and adapt conventional techniques and/or develop new methods to resolve resource problems and enhance the biological programs of the refuge.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Contribute to the development of management plans that are consistent with refuge objectives, environmental laws, compliance requirements, or other bureau or agency policies.
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Write objective reports to draw sound conclusions on matters pertaining to wildlife management and communicate technical information relating to biological studies and research findings.
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Use of plant and animal taxonomy knowledge, and the ability to apply it to field identification for survey/census purposes including the ability to use keys to identify individual species based on species characteristics.
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Provide verbal or written briefings regarding issues that could affect the ecological integrity of resources.
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Noticing and communicating changes in habitat conditions and vegetation dynamics including the prevalence of invasive plants and declines in desirable vegetation.
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Ability to conduct biological surveys, investigations and management actions in rugged and remote wilderness.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Operating 4x4 vehicles safely and effectively in rugged terrain and a variety of difficult unimproved road conditions.
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Flying in small aircraft to conduct wildlife surveys.
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Hiking supplies into remote wilderness areas.
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Leading teams in harsh desert environments, ensuring the safety of all team members and the completion of management objectives.
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Use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology and maps to navigate independently in remote off trail locations.
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Ability to effectively respectfully communicate orally with the general public, stakeholder groups and professional audiences.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Communicating the biological significance of regulations to visitors to increase compliance.
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Motivating and guiding the work of others.
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Applying biological and ecological principles, methodologies and practices to design investigations, write protocols, develop data management plans, analyze data, or identify and communicate need for management actions to solve problems affecting wildlife and habitat.
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Developing, maintaining and enhancing positive relationships with partnering groups including tribal organizations, federal and state agencies, volunteer organizations, or non governmental organizations.
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Navigates contentious conversations when disagreements with partnering groups or stakeholders arise.
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Certification Statement
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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.
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