- Position Title
- Natural Resource Specialist / Soil Conservationist
- Agency
- Natural Resources Conservation Service
- Announcement Number
- NRCS-25-12571929-IMP-OR-ARS Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, October 11, 2024 to Friday, October 25, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
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• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you 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.
2.
Are you a current or former permanent Farm Service Agency County employee?
3.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
4.
Are you a current USDA employee who currently holds a career or career conditional appointment?
5.
Are you a USDA employee who currently holds a career or career conditional appointment AND you have held or currently hold a position on a permanent basis in the competitive service with the same or higher promotion potential of the position being advertised?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.
4.
Are you a current or former Political appointee, Presidential appointee, and/or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointee?
Assessment 1
Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. Any experience claimed in response to the following questions MUST be supported by information in your application. This information must be SPECIFIC, (i.e., duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments). Failure to provide this supporting documentation may result in receipt of a lower or ineligible rating.
1.
In this part, you will be asked about your education or experience in meeting the basic qualifications for the GS-0401 series. Please read all responses prior to making your selection, then select the answer that accurately reflects your qualifications. You must attach transcripts to support your responses:
2.
In addition to meeting the Basic Educational Requirement, you must also meet the specialized experience requirement for the GS-9 grade level. Please select one response from the choices shown below that corresponds to the level of specialized experience you fully possess. Your resume must contain evidence to support your responses.
3.
Select the statement that best describes your education that meets the basic qualifications for the Soil Conservation Series, GS-0457 series. You will be required to provide transcripts with your application to validate that you meet degree/coursework requirements.
4.
In addition to meeting the Basic Educational Requirement, you must also meet the specialized experience requirement for the GS-11 grade level. Please select one response from the choices shown below that corresponds to the level of specialized experience you fully possess. Your resume must contain evidence to support your responses.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Provide direct technical assistance for application of conservation practices to customers at the field, area/zone or state level.
6.
Resolve resource concern problems related to the implementation of soil and water conservation.
7.
Provide technical guidance, interpretation, and recommendations to specialists in the planning and application of natural resource management systems.
8.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience evaluating the effectiveness of conservation practices.
9.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience conducting follow-ups with clients, including maintenance reviews and evaluating the effectiveness of conservation practices.
10.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your experience determining the need to work with subject matter experts and external partners to help customers define objectives.
11.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your experience providing support to colleagues or clients during the process of conservation planning.
12.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience developing and/or recommending conservation management practices.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Work with teams to develop and implement ways to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of products and services.
14.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience representing the interests of an agency, group, or organization to outside parties.
15.
I have direct experience performing the following (select all that apply):
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Provide training and guidance to others on conservation programs, issues, and activities to increase the knowledge of the programs, activities, and issues for individuals.
17.
Advise to landowners on conservation plans and programs to optimize resource management.
18.
Assist in the planning of natural resources conservation or restoration programs.
19.
Communicate with the public on conservation or resource management plans.
20.
Research impacts of natural resource conservation initiatives, methods or techniques.
21.
Please select from below, your ability to conduct technical analyses; develop technical guidelines, standards, and instructions; and develop and/or deliver technical guidance and training:
22.
Check all the following programs in which you have experience administering contracts for USDA Financial Assistance programs covering:
23.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your highest level of experience checking work to ensure it is accurate, thorough, and meets applicable policies, standards/specifications, or other guidelines.
24.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.