- Position Title
- Environmental Protection Specialist
- Agency
- Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Announcement Number
- DE-25-12644560-CAWY-BK Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, December 20, 2024 to Friday, January 10, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
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.
• 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.
3.
This position is subject to the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (25 U.S.C. 472), which affords employment preference to qualified Native American candidates. Proof of eligibility, in the form of a completed Verification of Indian Preference, BIA - 4432 Form, must be provided with your application by the closing date to be granted such preference.
Are you claiming Indian Preference, and submitting your BIA-4432 Form?
Are you claiming Indian Preference, and submitting your BIA-4432 Form?
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:
• 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.
• 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.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
WARNING STATEMENT: Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and demonstrated capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification based on the resume, and other relevant documents you submit, as well as through verification of references as appropriate. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your stated level of experience and demonstrated capability. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position following acceptance.
INSTRUCTIONS: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472). Verification of Form BIA-4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference. Indian Preference eligibles that are not currently employed with the Federal service will be appointed under the Excepted Service Appointment Authority Schedule A, 213.3112(A)(7).
1.
Are you submitting Form BIA-4432, Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs, to claim Indian Preference? Note: You must include your Form BIA-4432. As outlined in the vacancy announcement, this is the ONLY Indian Preference Verification Form that will be accepted.
2.
How do you want to be considered for employment? You will only be considered for those that you select and submit the applicable documentation. (Select all that apply)
You must meet the specialized experience requirements for GS-0028 comparable in scope and responsibility to the next lower level in the federal service. Please note that your answers may be verified against the information you provide in your resume/application and information your references provide. The quality, type, and scope of your experience and/or training must demonstrate that you are fully qualified to perform the duties of the position to be filled. Be sure you describe your background as it relates to the duties of this position since your application or resume must support the response you select.
3.
Carefully read the following descriptions of experience and education. Select the one that best describes your qualifications for the GS-7 Environmental Protection Specialist. Make sure your resume supports your response that you select. (NOTE: If qualifying based on education, you must submit a complete, legible copy of your official college or university transcript(s) with your application to document academic achievements and receive credit.)
4.
Carefully read the following descriptions of experience and education. Select the one that best describes your qualifications for GS-9 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST. Make sure your resume supports your response that you select. (NOTE: If qualifying based on education, you must submit a complete, legible copy of your official college or university transcript(s) with your application to document academic achievements and receive credit.)
5.
Carefully read the following descriptions of experience and education. Select the one that best describes your qualifications for GS-11 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST. Make sure your resume supports your response that you select. (NOTE: If qualifying based on education, you must submit a complete, legible copy of your official college or university transcript(s) with your application to document academic achievements and receive credit.)
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience and your self-rating is not supported, your score will be lowered. A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job. C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures. D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee. E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Independently plan, carry out environmental assessment/protection programs or projects.
7.
Interpret and apply federal environmental laws/regulations, Executive Orders, and other applicable environmental directives to ensure agency and tribal compliance.
8.
Routinely provide technical assistance to internal staff, tribes, agencies, and members of the public.
9.
Interpret and determine the application of environmental laws/requirements as well as state/local practices/procedures to Indian Lands.
10.
Conduct studies/surveys/audits to assess environmental compliance and hazardous materials liability.
11.
Provide technical advice and guidance to management on environmental matters.
12.
Review new and proposed laws/regulations/directives to determine impact to tribal and agency operations.
13.
Review, analyze and coordinate comprehensive analysis pertaining to environmental, cultural and natural resource management.
14.
Skill in using standard data gathering and analysis techniques to collect and review technical information on environmental activities.
15.
Plan, develop, organize and coordinate the Bureau's Environmental Quality Program.
16.
Develop environmental strategies within environmental compliance.
17.
Evaluate facts, incidents, potential risk to provide recommendations to the agency and tribes concerning hazardous situations and environmental protection issues.
18.
Prepare technical reports based on reviews of the environmental situation.
19.
Review and edit lengthy reports prepared by tribes, technical experts, and consultants.
20.
Use computer programs to create/edit reports and input data.
21.
Prepare memoranda and letters to communicate agency policy/directives/notices.
22.
Prepare and edit documents necessary for formal consultation with other federal agencies.
23.
Communicate with large number of tribal representatives, including attorneys, general members, tribal government agency reps, members of tribal councils.
24.
Communicate and work with technical experts and consultants on a wide variety of subject matters.
25.
Communicate with attorneys and legal experts on a wide variety of subject matters.
26.
Communicate with citizen groups, regulatory agencies, and various interested parties regarding agency actions and proposed actions.
27.
Conduct regular meetings with internal staff, tribes, agencies, and members of the public.
28.
Provide contractual, regulatory, and policy interpretation to internal staff, tribes, agencies, and members of the public.
29.
Conduct environmental training and presentations for internal staff, tribes, agencies, and members of the public.
As previously explained, your ratings in this Occupational Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probation period. 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.
30.
Failure to agree to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.