- Position Title
- Range Aid
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Announcement Number
- MTTEMP-25-12636852-OC-LR Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, December 17, 2024 to Friday, January 17, 2025
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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.
3.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
YOUR RESUME OR 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. From the descriptions below, select response that best describes how your background meets the qualification requirements for an Range Aid position. Read all responses before making your selection. Some questions allow for multiple answers, so mark those that apply. If you leave a question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
1.
I affirm my submitted resume contains my work experience that, at a minimum, includes my job title(s), occupational series and grade (if federal employment), start and end dates (for example, 7/18/2021 to 4/21/2023 or 07/2021 to 04/2023), hours worked per week (for example, full-time, 40 hours per week or if part-time, 20 hours per week), and duties specific to each position I have listed. I understand failure on my part to provide this information in my resume will deem me ineligible for further consideration for this position.
2.
I qualify for the Range Aid, GS-02 level because:
3.
I qualify for the Range Aid, GS-03 because:
Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Capable of recording simple range measurements in the field.
5.
Ability to document and quantify livestock or wildlife species.
6.
Collect data in a natural environment.
7.
Conduct grazing allotment compliance inspections to determine authorized/unauthorized use.
Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
9.
Ability to take reliable, clear notes with a high degree of accuracy, sometimes under difficult conditions.
10.
Ability to enter/ document data collected utilizing computer programs and software.
Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; finds alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgements.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
11.
Ability to work within a structured organization and demonstrate cooperation with others.
12.
Ability to work alone as well as with others to complete tasks.
13.
Ability to "make do" with what you have or find an "out of the box" solution to a problem where you might not have all of the information or the proper tools.
Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
14.
Ability to perform tasks according to written instructions.
15.
Identification and/or control of noxious/invasive weeds.
16.
Ability to perform tasks according to oral instructions.
17.
Ability to apply training that you have received to the work you do with little to no supervision.
18.
Which software categories are you able to independently use to create, modify, and communicate products. (Select all that apply)
Visual Identification: Accurately identifies people, animals, or objects based on knowledge of their characteristics.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
19.
Ability to identify plant species and documenting accurate information and observations.
20.
Skill in utilizing maps and technology to navigate to a location which may be remote without services
21.
Capability visualizing and identifying changes in weather and road conditions.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
22.
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. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
23.
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.