- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- TS-25-12599276-LP-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, November 13, 2024 to Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Career Transition Assistance Plan:
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.
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 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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in the agency posting this job announcement with CTAP eligibility?
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.
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 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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in the agency posting this job announcement with CTAP eligibility?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)
Are you a current or former federal employee considered displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency posting this job announcement?
Are you a current or former federal employee considered 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.
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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency posting this job announcement?
4.
U.S. Citizens
Are you a U.S. citizen or national?
Are you a U.S. citizen or national?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification for GS-0404-05
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
1.
Minimum Qualification
Ability to successfully interact with groups of people, work as a team member, cooperate with others, and be flexible and adaptable.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
2.
Provide technical support in implementing the field components of the Sea Lamprey Control Program.
3.
Provide input to other technicians, biologists, and team leaders on technical elements of a monitoring or control program.
4.
Participated as a team member on biological field investigation projects, interacting effectively with others and coordinating work to accomplish multiple tasks.
Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles, various watercrafts, biological/physical sampling equipment, and laboratory instruments.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
5.
Operate motorized watercraft for use in sampling or collecting of biological specimens.
6.
Use a variety of tools such as a maps compass, or GPS to orient and navigate in both populated and remote areas.
7.
Perform repairs on instruments, specialized equipment, motor vehicles, boats, ATVs, and outboard motors.
Ability to observe, collect, record, and report biological/physical data.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
8.
Collect and record data according to protocols.
9.
Summarize data collection and prepare routine reports.
10.
Use automated databases to collect and store data.
Ability to take the initiative, lead, set direction, and accomplish tasks.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
11.
Interacting effectively with others to accomplish multiple tasks and achieve objectives.
12.
Lead field crews in collection of field data.
13.
Provide technical guidance and direction in all phases of field projects, including necessary training in techniques and procedures.
Ability to identify fish, wildlife, and other organisms.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
14.
Identify sea lampreys and other Great Lakes fishes in the field and laboratory.
15.
Use dichotomous keys to identify biological specimens.
16.
Handles live specimens with professionalism and care
Certification Statement
17.
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 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 me not being considered for this position.