- Position Title
- Telecommunication Assistant
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Announcement Number
- WYTEMP25-12586696-MB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, November 25, 2024 to Monday, December 9, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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.
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.
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.
Assessment 1
YOUR RESUME AND 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. The following question pertains to your eligibility status. Select one response that best describes qualifications for a
Telecommunications Assistant position.
Telecommunications Assistant position.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factors will be rated not qualified:
- Incumbent must be able to obtain certification to climb towers as outlined in BLM Manual 1292 and BLM Handbook 1291-1. Being physically capable of climbing towers and installing antennas to install and perform maintenance of repeater and base station radios on mountain tops ranging in elevation from 3,000 to 12,000.
2.
This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factors will be rated not qualified:
- A driver's license is required in order to perform field work.
3.
To qualify for GS-05: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples:
Do you meet and does your resume reflect the GS-05 qualification requirement?
- Knowledge of basic radio operation and telecommunications principles, methods, and procedures sufficient to gather and analyze facts to draw conclusions about a radio system.
- An understanding of radio theory and the ability to communicate orally and in writing to provide guidance.
Do you meet and does your resume reflect the GS-05 qualification requirement?
4.
To qualify for GS-06: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples:
- Knowledge of basic telecommunications principles, methods, and practices; sufficient to perform a wide variety of interrelated telecommunications support.
- Performs routine and recurring assignments in the delivery of telecommunications services, such as diagnosing and resolving customer problems and incidents and assists more experienced Telecommunication Specialists in resolving complex problems.
- Ability to troubleshoot routine telecommunications problems.
- Knowledge of telecommunications equipment, and operating characteristics.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on technical and non-technical matters as they relate to telecommunications.
5.
To qualify for GS-07: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples:
- Knowledge of, and skill in applying, telecommunications principles, methods, and practices; telecommunications security methods and procedures; and performance monitoring principles and methods.
- Performs routine and recurring assignments in the delivery of telecommunications services, such as diagnosing and resolving customer problems and incidents and updating tracking/ticketing systems and assists more experienced Telecommunication Specialists in resolving complex problems.
- Ability to troubleshoot routine telecommunications problems and document issues/resolution. Ability to install, configure, and test telecommunications equipment and components; install, configure, upgrade, and troubleshoot telecommunications equipment and components.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on technical and non-technical matters as they relate to telecommunications.
6.
Select the one statement that best describes your experience with deploying portable repeaters to augment an existing radio system.
7.
Select the answer that best describes your experience or training in installing vehicle radio systems.
8.
I have experience using the following radio communication systems:
9.
Select the following tools you have used to install or troubleshoot Electronic Equipment:
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Select the one statement that best describes your experience with maintaining safety vehicle radio systems (e.g., Law Enforcement, Fire).
11.
Select the answer that best describes your experience and training in reading electronic diagrams, specifications, and schematics.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
12.
I have experience creating and providing support on a variety of electronic equipment including two-way radio equipment using test equipment such as volt meters, watt meters.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Indicate your skill in communicating orally and in writing to convey technical information to customers, provide training, and participate on functional teams.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
14.
I have experience creating and providing training on a variety of two-way radio equipment to other users.
15.
Select the communications electronics functions in which you have experience:
16.
Select the statement that best describes your experience with radio communication maintenance and implementation.
17.
Select the statement that best describes your ability to perform telecommunications work in an interdisciplinary environment that involves diverse skillsets and clients, overlapping authorities and sometimes conflicting regulations.
18.
I have experience using and/or programming the following dispatch, fixed base station and field transportable radio systems from the associated manufacturers.
19.
Identify the telecommunications functions you have experience in.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
20.
Required
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.
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.
21.
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 and that responding "No" or providing no response to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.