- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician (Aquatic Resources)(Seasonal)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NE-1612-NERI-25-12610367-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 2, 2024 to Monday, May 19, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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:
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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.
- 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.
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:
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.
- 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.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Temporary 1039 Biological Science Technician (Aquatic Resources) position. For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. DO NOT overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification of references as appropriate. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your stated level of experience and demonstrated capability.
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 BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
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 BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Biological Science Technician (Plants) work at the GS-06 level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank, you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Set and check live traps such as barrel, foothold, suitcase traps.
3.
Assist with administering field anesthesia to wildlife.
4.
Place tags, identification bands, telemetry collars or transmitters on animals.
5.
Collect biological samples such as tissue, hair, feces, urine, saliva, etc.
6.
Assist conducting plant, and wildlife censuses and surveys.
7.
Assist assembling basic information of wildlife populations such as habitat use, sex, age, structure, seasonal movement and harvest characteristics.
8.
Identify and assist in managing threatened and endangered species populations and habitats.
9.
Record and evaluate field observations of general biological and ecological conditions/problems.
10.
Provide evaluation summery reports and recommendations to professional staff for planning, protection and mitigation activities.
11.
Provide laboratory and logistical support for scientists on research or field projects.
12.
Conduct monitoring programs to evaluate rare, threatened and endangered species (plants, wildlife, fish, etc.) to document status.
13.
Conduct monitoring programs to evaluate population dynamics and ecosystem relationships.
14.
Participate on interdisciplinary teams to assist in developing, reviewing and implementing management plans and programs.
15.
Research and record biological data from technical or scientific reports.
16.
Prepare project reports and technical publications that may include results summaries, data tables, diagrams, graphs, statistics, and maps.
17.
Recommend modifications to field activity procedures.
18.
Provide advice, assistance, and training to lower graded technicians, volunteers and/or YCC enrollees in gathering field data.
19.
Provide logistic support and technical information regarding ongoing field activities.
20.
Review studies and literature of other research and land management entities to determine applicability to resource management needs.
21.
Use and interpret maps and aerial photographs.
22.
Use compass and maps for safe navigation into and out of work areas.
23.
Install, operate, and maintain resources management equipment (e.g., tools, sampling, monitoring, photographic, telemetric, and laboratory equipment).
24.
Use binoculars and spotting scopes to perform wildlife identification and observations.
25.
Prepare and apply pesticides and/or herbicides for plants and insects in a controlled environment.
26.
Uses standard statistical methods in preparation of reports as it relates to natural resource management.
27.
Use Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment to record relevant data, and software such as ArcGIS to organize, analyze, and display field data.
28.
Please take this opportunity to review your ratings to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, and, 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability. Failure to agree to this statement will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.