- Position Title
- Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Plants)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1542-MWWO-25-12709975-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, March 24, 2025 to Monday, March 31, 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.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
3.
When you applied to this job, did you have any engagement with a National Park Service (NPS) Recruiter?
Assessment 1
1.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the minimum experience or education requirements for a Biological Science Technician (Plants) GS-0404-05. Read all responses before making your selection. If you leave this 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. Your application materials must support the answers you claim in this assessment. If not, you may be found not qualified or your rating may be lowered.
Biology: Knowledge of plant and animal living tissue, cells, organisms, and entities, including their functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Record field observations of biological and ecological conditions as they relate to vegetation management.
3.
Observe and monitor areas to determine the effectiveness of restoration or control efforts.
4.
Implement established natural resource monitoring projects.
5.
Collect, process, and assist in evaluating conditions of habitat (forage, range, or streams, etc.).
6.
Use standard laboratory procedures for analyzing samples of biological specimens.
7.
Make field observations and record natural resource conditions.
8.
Determine ecosystem relationships of local flora/fauna.
9.
Determine flora/fauna population dynamics.
Botany, Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of plants, including structures and functions, classification, taxonomy, plant communities, distribution, habitat requirements, life histories, reproduction, conservation, and care of plant species.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Monitor impact on plants for insects and diseases.
11.
Identify native/non-native flora in a field setting using a dichotomous key.
12.
Identify life forms such as bryophytes and lichens using a dichotomous key.
13.
Participate in revegetation activities including transplanting, seeding, and/or applying mulch or erosion mats.
14.
Collect, clean, and store native seeds for restoration.
15.
Perform exotic plant treatments through chemical, manual, and mechanical methods.
16.
Perform greenhouse/nursery operations (plant care, propagation from seed, cuttings, and transplants, etc.).
17.
Mitigate and restore disturbed areas with native vegetation.
18.
Install erosion control structures such as matting on revegetated areas.
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.
19.
Research and record biological data from technical or scientific reports.
20.
Conduct preliminary data analysis for a project report.
21.
Record all data collected and provide preliminary quality assessment.
22.
Recommend modifications to field activity procedures.
23.
Collect, process, and assist in evaluating vegetation data gathered during the course of management activities.
24.
Prepare preliminary project reports that may include results summaries, data tables, diagrams, graphs, statistics, and maps.
25.
Conduct routine and recurring resource monitoring.
26.
Provide advice, assistance, and training to lower graded technicians, volunteers and/or YCC enrollees in gathering field data.
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.
27.
Operate and maintain equipment used for mechanical vegetation control methods including loppers, shovels, handsaws, weed wrenches, and other hand tools.
28.
Use Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment to record relevant vegetation management data.
29.
Use standard software such as ArcGis to organize, analyze, and display field data.
30.
Use cameras to photograph and record treated areas and/or prospective areas for treatment.
31.
Install, operate, and maintain vegetation management equipment (e.g., tools, sampling, monitoring, photographic, and laboratory equipment).
32.
Clean, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair herbicide spray equipment including backpack sprayers and/or powered sprayers.
33.
Apply pesticides for plants and insects in a controlled environment.
34.
Apply herbicide using All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and other off-road vehicles.
35.
Prepare and mix herbicides.