Job Listing: Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
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1 vacancy - Alameda, CA Working for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is more than a career. It is a commitment shared by more than 9,000 men and women representing a diverse range of professions, backgrounds, and specialties who are dedicated to conserving, protecting, and enhancing fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats. From the Arctic Ocean to the South Pacific, from the Atlantic to the Caribbean, Service personnel are working hard to ensure future generations will be able to enjoy nature's beauty and bounty.WHO MAY APPLY:
Any U.S. citizen may apply
This is a TEMPORARY position not-to-exceed 6 months. The appointments may be extended without further announcement. Maximum total appointment will not exceed 2 years.
Major Duties
This temporary position is at the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex, located in Alameda, CA. The employee will perform the following tasks on a wildlife refuge.Conducts biological surveys, observes and records data on avian and mammalian predators.
Computes, compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data.
Assists biologists by reviewing, extracting and synthesizing data for report preparation.
Assists with operation of Tern Watch predator observation program and volunteer work groups.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes both of the following parts:
1. Your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire, and
2. Your résumé and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.
Use Application Manager for convenience and quickest processing. Track your progress to a Complete Application Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays in Application Manager. Your Application Package status must be Complete by Wednesday, April 09, 2008.
Option A: Application Manager
To begin, choose one of these options:
· If your résumé is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your résumé will be attached only to the Application Package you complete and Submit immediately after you click the Apply Online button for this job announcement, not to any Application Packages you may already have created.
· If your résumé is going to be one you prepared outside of USAJOBS Résumé Builder, click this link to begin the process: Online Questionnaire.
To return to Application Manager at any time, use whichever one of the links you used to begin as described above, or simply go to https://ApplicationManager.org.
Option B: Paper Qualifications Questionnaire
If it is not possible for you to use Application Manager, you can write your answers on paper. Follow these steps:
1. You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.
2. Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URL http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at (703) 724-1850; after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.
3. You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents by fax.
· If you are faxing a Form 1203-FX, do not use a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing.
If you are faxing any documents without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly.
The fax number for all material is
1-478-757-3144. Do not mail applications/documents to the Human Resources Office. Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.
Required Documents:
In addition to the Assessment Questionnaire, the following documents are required:
Resume.
Transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
CTAP/ICTAP Eligibility: Submit a copy of your official reduction-in-force notification, a copy of your most recent (non-award) SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and your latest performance rating. See "Other Information" section for more information on CTAP/ICTAP.
Veterans Preference documentation: A copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference plus the proof required by that form.
To submit these documents, follow the options listed above: use Option A to upload documents using Application Manager; or Option B to send documents via fax. Do not mail applications/documents to the Human Resources Office.
If you fail to submit all of the required materials, we will not be able to fully process your application, and you may lose consideration for this postion. No additional information will be solicited or accepted after the closing date.
RESUME: You may use aresume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Please ensure to include all of the following information:
Job Information:
-Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.
Personal Information:
-Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
-Social Security Number. Giving your Social Security Number is voluntary; however we cannot process your application without it.
-Country of Citizenship.
-If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grad held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.
Education:
-High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
-Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
-Major field(s) of study.
-Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree was received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.
Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which your are applying (Do not provide copies of job descriptions.)
-Job title.
-Duties and accomplishments.
-Number of hours per week.
-Employer's name and address.
-Supervisor's name and address.
-Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
-Salary.
-Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
Other qualifications:
-Job-related training courses (title and year).
-Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
-Job-related certificates and licenses.
-Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments. (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.
Contact Information:
Kathy C. Le
(503)231-6136
Kathy_Le@fws.gov
Contact Information:
Kathy C. Le
Phone: (503)231-6136
TDD: 503-231-6166
Email: Kathy_Le@fws.gov
Or write:
US Fish and Wildlife Service Portland
Region 1
Division of Human Resources
Portland, OR 97232
What To Expect Next:
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After the vacancy closes, a review of your complete application is made and you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire:
If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
Social Security Number
Enter your Social Security Number. Providing your Social Security Number is voluntary, however we can not process your application without it.
Vacancy Identification Number
The Vacancy Identification Number is FU181383
1. Title of Job
Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
2. Biographic Data
3. E-Mail Address
4. Work Information
5. Employment Availability
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
6. Citizenship
Are you a citizen of the United States?
7. Background Information
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8. Other Information
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9. Languages
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10. Lowest Grade
Enter the lowest grade level you will accept.
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11. Miscellaneous Information
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12. Special Knowledge
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13. Test Location
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14. Veteran Preference Claim
15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service
16. Availability Date
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17. Service Computation Date
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18. Other Date Information
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19. Job Preference
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
20. Occupational Specialties
001 Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
21. Geographic Availability
1066 Alameda, CA
22. Transition Assistance Plan
23. Job Related Experience
24. Personal Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT
For question 1, choose the response that best describes your experience and training to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position. Mark only one response. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume and application.
1. Select the one statement below that best describes your experience, education, or combination of experience and education to meet the basic requirements for this position.
B. I have successfully completed a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study, or at least 24 semester hours, in scientific or technical courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours must have been directly related to the position, such as wildlife management, ornithology, mammalogy, herpetology, avian ecology, etc. Submit a copy of your transcripts to qualify on education.
C. I have a combination of specialized experience as described in A above and education as described in B above, that, when prorated, combine to meet the qualification requirements for this position. Experience and education should be computed as percentages of the overall requirements and must equal 100 percent when combined. Submit a copy of your transcripts to qualify on a combination of education and experience.
D. I do not have the experience or education as described in any of the above statements.
2. Are you willing to accept a temporary position?
A. YesB. No
PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES OF WILDLIFE BIOLOGY TO CONDUCT BIOLOGICAL SURVEYS.
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list A through E following each the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
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.
3. Conduct biological surveys and record data of animal abundance, to assess nesting number, habitat conditions, and distribution of wildlife.
4. Observe and report on status of wildlife species, behavioral information, and habitat conditions for surveys and reports.
5. Plan field projects by selecting site locations, sampling techniques, and appropriate equipment.
6.
Ability to use Geographical Information System (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and aerial photography and surveys techniques in natural resources for field monitoring and data collection.
COLLECT, RECORD, AND ORGANIZE DATA
7. Collect and record accurate and detailed field data.
8. Prepare reports of biological work completed on a daily, weekly and/or monthly basis
9. Proficient use of a word processor, such as Microsoft Word, for text, formatting, and summarizing data.
10. Ability to record, compile, and organize data using arithmetical and standard statistical procedures.
ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
11. Provide information on wildlife and their habitat to visitors or groups.
12. Ability to communicate in writing in order to assist in the preparation of reports.
13. Ability to use computer technology to develop spreadsheets, and use word processing to develop reports.
14. Explain rules, regulations, and programs available on public lands to the visiting public.
Required Skills
Qualifications
The Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions will be used to determine qualification requirements. You must meet qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Candidates must meet the basic requirements specified under either A or B below:
A. One year specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-4 level.
-OR-
B. Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of scientific or technical courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must have been directly related to the position to be filled, such as animal behavior, ornithology, mammalogy, wildlife management, herpetology, etc.
Specialized experience is experience that is directly related to the position to be filled and has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. For this job, specialized experience includes having had primary responsibility for the duties as those described under Major Duties, such as conduct wildlife surveys, computing, compiling and summarizing data.
Education (post-high school) must have been obtained in an accredited business or technical school, junior college, college or university. One full year of undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in a college or university or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business or technical school. One full year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours which the school attended has determined represents one year of full-time study. If this number cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours is considered as satisfying the 1 year of full-time study requirement. If individual courses are not easily identifiable as satisfying the various course categories shown in the Basic Qualifications and they are needed to meet the minimum standard, you must submit written course descriptions (usually those from the school catalogs) verified by the school for those applicable classes. Partial credit may be given depending on the description.
Are You Using Your Education To Qualify? You MUST provide a copy of your transcripts to support your education claims. Unless otherwise stated, unofficial transcripts are acceptable. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement, or you will receive no further consideration. If selected, you will be required to produce original transcripts.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement). Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html.
All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide documentation or proof that the applicable educational provisions have been met.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Uniform: Selectee will be required to obtain and wear an official U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service uniform.
Driver License: Incumbent must be able to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle. A valid state driver=s license is required.
Security Clearance: A background investigation MAY be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. This position is designated "non-sensitive" for security purposes.
Direct Deposit: All new employees of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service must identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay prior to appointment.
Selective Service: As a condition of employment, male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify that they have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law.
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: Department Of The Interior | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Temporary | City: Bell | |
| Experience:Any | State: California | |
| Education: Bachelors Degree | Zip Code:90201 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 34,808.00 - 34,808.00 USD per year
Benefits
Relocation: Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Any moving expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees:
Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Temporary employees are not eligible for life or health insurance.
If the appointment is extended beyond 1 year, health insurance is available, however, the employee pays the full cost.
You will earn Social Security credit while working with the Government.
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