- Position Title
- Physical Science Technician (Paleontology)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1542-BADL-25-12634836-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, January 6, 2025 to Friday, January 17, 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?
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Assessment 1
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience or education requirements for a Physical Science Technician, GS-1311-07 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. 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.
YOUR 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.
YOUR 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.
Project Management - Applies principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, monitoring, evaluating, and managing projects and resources, including technical performance.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Organize, schedule, and participate in paleontological field surveys and data collection.
3.
Collaborate and coordinate with paleontological researchers and program managers to accomplish shared paleontological resource management goals.
4.
Order and maintain equipment used for paleontological field operations.
5.
Assist in project planning, task management and field supervision of students, volunteers and/or interns while on paleontological field surveys.
6.
Plan logistics, including writing operation and communication plans, for paleontological field work in remote areas.
7.
Monitor construction work for fossil resources.
Research - Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Record paleontological field data and observations on laptops, hand-held data loggers, and datasheets and in field notes according to established protocols.
9.
Prepare draft paleontological project reports that include preliminary analyses and description of methods and graphs.
10.
Investigate field reports of fossil finds and conduct salvage of significant fossils.
11.
Salvage collect vertebrate fossils at risk to damage by construction equipment, using standard paleontological collecting techniques.
12.
Excavate, stabilize, extract, prepare and document vertebrate fossils.
13.
Consolidate and prepare fossil specimens, adaptively using manual, electrical and pneumatic-powered tools.
Remote Sensing - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods necessary to obtain, use, and interpret data from remote sensing sources, including aircrafts and satellites.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Use Global Positioning System (GPS) units, such as Garmin, Trimble GPS, tablets, or similar to collect and store data on paleontological sites.
15.
Use GPS, compass, and maps for safe navigation in and out of work areas.
16.
Use a GPS unit to record points, areas, and lines in the field to document paleontological sites.
17.
Download GPS data to a computer.
18.
Provide information and guidance on collection of high-quality paleontological data.
19.
Recommend procedures or methodological changes needed to ensure paleontological data collection is valid and scientifically defensible.
Technology Application - Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Use Microsoft Excel, Access, or similar program to compile, reduce and retrieve paleontological data.
21.
Differentially correct, edit, document, and manage paleontological GPS data.
22.
Use ArcGIS PRO or other Geographical Information System (GIS) to manage paleontological spatial data and produce maps.
23.
Use GIS to edit, summarize, quantify vector (point, line, and polygon) paleontological based data.
24.
Use GIS or image analysis software to edit, classify, and summarize raster (grid) based data used for paleontological localities.
25.
Prepare and maintain GPS and camera equipment used for paleontological field surveys.
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
26.
Communicate paleontological data analysis information to higher-level specialists and provide suggestions for further analyses.
27.
Provide information to the public about technical resource-related to paleontology.
28.
Give clear, concise, well organized presentations on paleontology to internal and external staff and scientists.
29.
Write reports presenting results from paleontological resource management work in a clear, concise manner.
30.
Write, edit or update detailed standard operating procedures for aspects of paleontological monitoring equipment's installation and operations that is
site specific to project areas and not addressed in equipment manuals.
site specific to project areas and not addressed in equipment manuals.
31.
Provide information to the public about paleontological resources.