- Position Title
- Fish Biologist
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- IM-1541-GLCA-25-12635814-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, December 31, 2024 to Tuesday, January 14, 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 term appointment?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Fish Biologist, GS-0482-11 position with Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated to determine your qualifications.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how you meet the basic education requirement for a Fishery Biologist position. Read all responses before making your selection. You must submit all transcripts with your application to document that you meet the basic education requirement. You will be disqualified from further consideration if you fail to submit your transcripts with your application. If your transcripts do not reflect the required degree or coursework, you will be disqualified from further consideration for this position. (Screen-Out)
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Select the most appropriate response to indicate how you fulfill the basic education requirement outlined in the job announcement:
From the descriptions below, select the letter corresponding to the statement that most clearly and accurately describes your qualifying experience for the Fishery Biologist position at the GS-11 level. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. Your resume must fully support the specialized experience outlined in the job announcement to be qualified. No assumptions will be made based on job title alone. (Screen-Out)
2.
Select the most appropriate response to indicate how you fulfill the specialized experience requirement outlined in the job announcement:
Fishery Biology - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of aquatic life, including classification, taxonomy, population dynamics, distribution, habitat requirements, life histories, reproduction, behaviors, conservation, and care of aquatic species.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Apply laws, regulations, policies and guidelines regarding the management and monitoring of fish populations and fisheries and the ability to utilize this knowledge to assure that program goals, objectives, and management recommendations meet legal requirements and reflect priorities and policies.
4.
Research fish taxonomy, life-history biology, and ecological and habitat preferences related to inland freshwater fish species.
5.
Interpret findings from an analysis of long-term data sets and define the significance of human induced disturbances and natural ecological changes to the management and sustainability of fish and aquatic resources.
6.
Restoration of fish species, populations, and habitats and of methods for the control of nuisance non-indigenous aquatic organisms and/or other exotic fish and aquatic life.
7.
Apply principles for monitoring and managing recreational, commercial, and/or subsistence fisheries including the ability to develop angler use surveys, creel surveys, and surveys to assess the appropriateness of sportfishing or commercial fishing regulations.
Planning and Evaluating - Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Oversee research project oversight (from project identification, to preparation of proposals, and project oversight).
9.
Lead program development and/or implementation dealing with the management and protection of aquatic and fish resources and their habitat requirements.
10.
Prepare specific resources action plans, project statements, and fish management plans needed to successfully manage and protect fish and other aquatic species.
11.
Negotiate cooperative and interagency agreements and other cooperative instruments needed to effectively carry out resource stewardship goals.
12.
Coordinate fish and aquatic biology management strategies and programs with those on adjacent lands for the purposes of achieving broad ecosystem protection strategies and minimizing human impacts.
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.
13.
Design scientific monitoring protocols (In cooperation with appropriate staff, researchers, and partners) to identify, evaluate, and do long term monitoring of fish populations.
14.
Develop statistically valid data collection protocols (In cooperation with appropriate staff, researchers, and partners) for the monitoring of fish and aquatic species and populations.
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Analyze data, interpret results, and/or prepare management recommendations in a way that is highly credible and meets scientifically acceptable standards.
16.
Use computer hardware, software and application so that information can be processed, summarized and reports be generated.
17.
Conduct inventories to determine aquatic species distributions, composition, relative abundances, and age-and-growth related characteristics.
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.
18.
Prepare management and/or scientific reports regarding the results of protection, mitigation, reintroduction, inventory, monitoring, and research activities.
19.
Provide technical review and recommendations regarding proposed development projects and land use plans having potential effects on aquatic and fish resources.
20.
Ensure that plans are well written and easily understood, scientific reports and journal articles are of high scientific credibility, pertinent information is shared effectively with others, and/or oral presentations are well designed, informative, and clearly convey the intended message.
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Work closely with staff to incorporate new information into education programs.
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Make technical and policy presentations in parks, public gatherings, and professional meetings.