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Position Title
Biological Science Tech (Soils)
Agency
Bureau of Land Management
Announcement Number
MTTEMP-25-12565796-OC-LR Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 to Monday, January 13, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Career Transition Assistance Plan:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the Department of the Interior; AND
  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
  • I am applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which I have been or will be separated; AND
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility.  All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.    (limit characters)
3. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of the Interior; AND
  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; AND
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility.  All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.  (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
3. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED. From the descriptions below, select response that best describes how your background meets the qualification requirements for a Biological Science Tech (Soils) position. Read all responses before making your selection. Some questions allow for multiple answers, so mark those that apply. If you leave a question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position. (limit characters)
1. I affirm my submitted resume contains my work experience that, at a minimum, includes my job title(s), occupational series and grade (if federal employment), start and end dates (for example, 7/18/2021 to 4/21/2023 or 07/2021 to 04/2023), hours worked per week (for example, full-time, 40 hours per week or if part-time, 20 hours per week), and duties specific to each position I have listed. I understand failure on my part to provide this information in my resume will deem me ineligible for further consideration for this position.
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2. I qualify for the Biological Science Tech (Soils), GS-05 level because: (limit characters)
3. I qualify for the Biological Science Tech (Soils), GS-06 level because:
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4. I qualify for the Biological Science Tech (Soils), GS-07 level because:
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Soil Science- Knowledge of the concepts, principles, or theories of soil composition, formation, classification, mapping, testing, and management including erosion, pollution, conservation, and watershed management. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Use of scientific and technical terminology related to the biological sciences.
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6. Describing soil profiles in the field using established methods.
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7. Use of soil taxonomy and classification.
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8. Apply mapping, interpreting, and using soil geospatial data.
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9. Collecting and processing soil sample.
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Technology Application- Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format. (limit characters)
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. (limit characters)
10. Using computers to perform data entry, editing and retrieval tasks to process scientific data.
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11. Experience with office computer software.
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12. Preparing reports in response to scientific data information requests.
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13. Developing maps to describe information in data layers.
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14. Using Geographic Positioning Systems (GPS) or orienteering skills for navigation.
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Problem Solving- Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
15. Recording scientific data with high degree of accuracy, sometimes under difficult conditions.
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16. Knowledge of processing plant specimens. (limit characters)
17. Using photographic equipment.
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Reasoning- Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
18. Have a working knowledge of soils as applies to biological work.
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19. Select all the statements from below that best describes the type of work you have led: Check all that apply.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
20. 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 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 my not being considered for this position.
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21. I understand that additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other bureaus from within the DOI, through shared recruiting activities, and my application may be shown to multiple hiring offices. Additional selections for similar positions across the entire Department of the Interior within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement may be made. By applying, I agree to have my application shared with any interested selecting official(s) within the DOI. There is no option to opt-out as my information will not be shared with other hiring agencies outside of the DOI.
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