- Position Title
- Physical Science Technician
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Announcement Number
- WYTEMP-25-12718598-MB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, April 1, 2025 to Tuesday, April 8, 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 lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
YOUR RESUME AND 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.The following question pertains to your eligibility status. Select one response that best describes qualifications for a Physical Science Technician position.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
In addition to the experience requirements described in the Qualifications section of this announcement, you must meet the Individual Occupation Requirements of this position as follows:
Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 and above):
For GS-3: Successful completion of l year of study that included at least 6 semester hours in any combination of courses such as physical science, engineering, or any branch of mathematics, except financial and commercial mathematics.
For GS-4: Successful completion of 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above for GS-3.
For GS-5: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (a) with major study in an appropriate field of physical science, or (b) that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above for GS-3.
Do you meet and does your resume/transcripts reflect the Individual Occupational Requirements listed above?
Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 and above):
Examples of qualifying specialized experience include work in the fields of astronomy, physics, geophysics, chemistry, hydrology, health physics, engineering, electronics, geology, oceanography, and metallurgy.
Experience as a laboratory mechanic or in a trade or craft may be credited as general or specialized experience when the work was performed in close association with physical scientists or other technical personnel and provided intensive knowledge of appropriate scientific principles, methods, techniques, and precedents.
or
Education and Training:For GS-3: Successful completion of l year of study that included at least 6 semester hours in any combination of courses such as physical science, engineering, or any branch of mathematics, except financial and commercial mathematics.
For GS-4: Successful completion of 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above for GS-3.
For GS-5: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (a) with major study in an appropriate field of physical science, or (b) that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above for GS-3.
Do you meet and does your resume/transcripts reflect the Individual Occupational Requirements listed above?
2.
To qualify for GS-03: You must possess six (6) months of general experience.General experience is work that demonstrates:
-OR- You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education.
Do you meet and does your resume reflect the GS-03 qualification requirement?
- The applicant's ability to perform the work of the position to be filled, OR experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation.
-OR- You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education.
Do you meet and does your resume reflect the GS-03 qualification requirement?
3.
To qualify for GS-04: You must possess six (6) months of general experience AND six (6) months of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-03 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples:
-OR- 2 years above high school with courses related to the occupation, if required.
-OR- You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education.
Do you meet and does your resume reflect the GS-04 qualification requirement?
- Experience navigating with maps and GPS units to remote field locations.
- Ability to effectively communicate oral and written instructions to the public.
- Ability to clearly document inspection findings to brief the supervisor.
-OR- 2 years above high school with courses related to the occupation, if required.
-OR- You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education.
Do you meet and does your resume reflect the GS-04 qualification requirement?
4.
To qualify for GS-05: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples:
-OR- You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education.
Do you meet and does your resume reflect the GS-04 qualification requirement?
- Experience plotting coordinates in GIS.
- Generating maps and navigating with GPS units to remote field locations.
- Ability to effectively communicate oral and written instructions to oil and gas operators.
- Ability to clearly document inspection findings in written form.
- And database entry to brief the supervisor.
-OR- You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education.
Do you meet and does your resume reflect the GS-04 qualification requirement?
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
5.
I can read maps and am able to navigate to remote locations using topographical maps.
6.
Select the statement that best describes your ability to operate four wheel drive vehicles off-road.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
7.
Ability to hike and walk over hilly and rough terrain.
8.
Ability to use measuring instruments.
9.
Which of the following best describes your highest level of experience, education, or training in Global Positioning System (GPS) for data collection?
10.
I have experience using a Global Positioning System (GPS) to record and determine locations and to safely navigate across difficult terrain AND I have provided a description of my experience in my resume
11.
I am able to identify natural resource problems in the field, determine the cause, and identify possible solutions.
12.
Observes and annotates environmental conditions:
13.
I record simple measurements in the field.
14.
Ability to use computers for word processing and electronic mail.
15.
Knowledge of basic arithmetic.
16.
Performs computer data entry, editing and retrieval tasks in the processing of scientific data.
17.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
18.
Accomplishes work as a team member.
19.
Performs tasks according to written and oral instructions.
20.
Ability to display courtesy, tact and politeness to others while dealing with individuals who may be difficult, hostile, or distressed.
21.
Compiles and interprets information, and prepares reports, government documents and other records.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
22.
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.
23.
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 and that responding "No" or providing no response to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.