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1. I meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1301, Physical Science series because I have.

A. A degree in: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics –OR-.

B. A combination of education and experience - education equivalent to one of the majors shown in response A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

C. I do not meet the Individual Occupational Requirement for the 1301, Physical Science series.

2. ZP-2: In addition to meeting the Individual Occupational Requirement, select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Physical Scientist, ZP-1301-2 pay band or equivalent grade level (GS-07) in the Federal service.

A. I have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower pay band (ZP-1) or GS-05 grade level in the Federal service which includes all of the following: Assisting in processing, analyzing, or producing hydrographic data acquisition products and surveys used for producing up-to-date nautical charts.

B. I have one full year of graduate-level education.

C. I meet the criteria for a superior academic achievement demonstrated by a bachelor degree from an accredited college or university with one of the following: A grade point average (GPA) of 2.9 or higher based on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses, or those completed in the last 2 full years of undergraduate study; A GPA of 3.5 or higher based on a 4.0 scale for required courses completed in a major field of study, or those courses completed in a major field of study during the last two years of undergraduate study; Class standing of upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision of the college; Membership in a national Scholastic Honor Society certified by the Association of College honor Societies excluding freshman honor societies. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your application clearly states how you meet one of these provisions.

D. I have a combination of education and experience as described above. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

E. I do not possess the experience and/or education described above.

3. Describe your experience acquiring hydrographic survey data.

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.

4. Describe your experience processing, evaluating and interpreting hydrographic data gathered with multibeam sonars.

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. Describe your experience reviewing hydrographic data for quality assurance and conformance to a given standard.

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. Do you have experience evaluating and completing field unit preparation and assisting with fieldwork, data processing and reporting?

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. Do you have experience applying communication abilities pertaining to hydrography? (Check all that apply).

A. Prepare oral presentations for management.

B. Prepare written reports.

C. Document programs and systems so that others can use and/or maintain them.

D. Prepare presentations on technical topics for meetings and/or conferences.

E. Prepare and present training on hydrographic procedures and hydrographic processing software.

F. Document procedures and/or standards.

G. Conduct meetings.

H. None of the above.

8. Please select the statements in the following list that best describes your highest levels of demonstrated ability and experience in effectively building relationships with others and working with teams to accomplish goals in a hydrographic program. (Check all that apply)

A. I have experience directing a workgroup or team.

B. I have experience deliberating with workgroup members to gain consensus and accomplish project goals.

C. I have experience implementing recommendations derived from a taskforce, team, or workgroup.

D. I have experience participating in a taskforce, team, or workgroup.

E. I have experience conveying information to others in a team and/or workgroup environment.

F. None of the above.

9. Do you have experience testing and evaluating new hydrographic systems for the integration and configuration of hydrographic systems?

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 compiling maps, charts, smooth sheets, or other cartographic products from hydrographic or bathymetric data?

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. Which is the best description of your experience analyzing and working with geospatial analysis?

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.

12. Please describe your experience using a GIS system. (Select all that apply).

A. I have expertise processing point or raster data in a GIS system.

B. I have expertise processing vector data in a GIS system.

C. I have expertise processing grid or modeled data in a GIS system.

D. I have expertise applying attributes to geospatial data using a GIS system.

E. I have expertise using a GIS system to analyze data sets.

F. I have expertise using a GIS system to combine one or more geospatial data sets

G. I have expertise conducting quality assurance checks of geospatial data using a GIS system.

H. I have expertise using a GIS system to create tabular and graphic data presentations.

I. I have created grid data models using a GIS system.

J. I have used a GIS system to analyze hydrographic survey data.

K. I have experience, but not expertise, using a GIS system.

L. None of the above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

13. 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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