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Position Title
Biological Science Technician
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
NPS-IRA-25-12533636-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 to Sunday, September 15, 2024
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a United States Citizen?

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3. 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.
 
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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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4. 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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Preferences
1. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating. (limit characters)
You will not be considered for any eligibility you do not select. For all eligibilities selected, you must provide supporting documentation defined in the required documents section of the vacancy announcement to receive consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions will affect your eligibility. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the minimum experience requirements for a Biological Science Technician, GS-0404-07, position. Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.

THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL FOUND TO BE NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
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For each of the following task statements, use the A through E scale described below to select the skill level that you currently possess in that task. Please note that your application package must clearly show how you possess the experience and skill level. This is especially critical for each D or E response you select. If your application does not support your responses, your score will be lowered, or you will be found not qualified. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Assist in writing reports, or developing presentations to summarize materials, methods, and outcomes of natural resource monitoring or research projects to facilitate understanding by varied audiences.
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3. Applies data management principles and techniques to acquire, process, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, report, and disseminate high quality data. (limit characters)
4. Use knowledge of statistics to analyze scientific data.
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5. Applies proper data management principles to ensure that data collection, analysis, documentation, and summaries are consistent with Quality Assurance protocols and Data Quality Objectives.
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6. Knowledge of metadata standards and ability to properly document data and data products.
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7. Use of computer software programs, such as Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, or comparable programs to manage scientific data and prepare reports.
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8. Use computer software such as Microsoft Excel or database programs to generate tables, charts and figures for use in technical reports, summaries, status reports and scientific manuscripts within the standards of scientific reporting.
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9. Use computer software such as Microsoft Word, database programs, Excel, or R (or similar systems) to enter, manage (including perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control), analyze, and summarize scientific data.
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10. Use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications (such as ESRI ArcMap or similar) to collect, compile, and display spatial data - select all that apply:
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
11. Use Global Positioning Systems (GPS) units and software to collect, download and organize field data from natural resource projects.
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12. Interprets research results assess ecological condition of natural resources.
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13. Applies knowledge and experience of ecological data to support natural resource management issues.
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14. Use knowledge of ecological concepts to provide comments on resource management documents, ecological monitoring protocols analysis results.
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15. Support resource management projects related to the protection and conservation of wildlife, plant communities, and aquatic resources.
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16. Provides logistical support, technical information and/or area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists.
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17. Provides information to other employees and visitors about the natural resource program. May develop and present related interpretive programs to the public.
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18. Recommends management actions based on prescribed guidelines in existing park plans.
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19. Participates on an interdisciplinary team to accomplish a task or when requested.
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20. Presents information as a representative of an organization or agency at meetings, conferences, or symposia, regarding scientific studies and monitoring.
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21. Develop and present related interpretative programs to the public. (limit characters)
22. Responds accurately and tactfully to colleagues, media, and public inquiries.
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Verification Statement (limit characters)
23. 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 an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 CFR part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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