Job Listing: Biological Science Technician (Invasive Plants) Seasonal
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1 vacancy - Point Reyes National Seashore, CA Experience your America and build a fulfilling career by joining the National Park Service. Become a part of our mission to unite our past, our cultures and our special places, to establish important connections to the present and build a rich and lasting legacy for future generations.This is a seasonal position not-to-exceed 1039 hours per year. Approximate dates of employment are June through September 2008. Work schedule is full time, 40 hours per week. Government housing may be available. Located approximately 40 miles north of San Francisco, this is a high cost of living area. For detailed information regarding this position please contact Andrea Williams, Natural Resource Specialist, Inventory and Monitoring for the San Francisco Area Network at (415) 331-0639.
Major Duties: The incumbent will assist with implementation of the Invasive Plant Species Early Detection Volunteer Program for the San Francisco Bay Area Network (SFAN) of National Parks. Under the direction of the SFAN Natural Resource Specialist the incumbent will recruit, train, and supervise a team of volunteers to locate and document the presence of invasive non-native plant species. The incumbent will also be responsible for scheduling volunteer field work, maintaining equipment, training others in methods and equipment use, and implementing a safety program for the team.
Major Duties
The incumbent will assist with implementation of the Invasive Plant Species Early Detection Volunteer Program for the San Francisco Bay Area Network (SFAN) of National Parks. Under the direction of the SFAN Natural Resource Specialist the incumbent will recruit, train, and supervise a team of volunteers to locate and document the presence of invasive non-native plant species. The incumbent will also be responsible for scheduling volunteer field work, maintaining equipment, training others in methods and equipment use, and implementing a safety program for the team. Field responsibilities will include navigating to remote locations by foot or vehicle; identifying non-native and common native plant species; following detailed protocols; and recording environmental parameters. The incumbent will handle data collection and data compilation for the program including gathering field data with paper datasheets, hand-held computers, cameras, and Global Positioning System (GPS) devices; entering data into computerized spreadsheets, databases, and Geographic Information System (GIS) programs; routinely verifying data accuracy and consistency; and performing basic data analyses. This position will be based at Point Reyes National Seashore; some travel to Pinnacles National Monument and John Muir National Historic Site may be required.The position is approximately 60% office-based, and 40% field-based. Field work will occasionally entail working in rugged terrain and/or under adverse weather conditions, and exposure to poison-oak, ticks, spiders, rattlesnakes, and stinging or biting insects. Office work may involve extended periods of sitting and using a computer.How to Apply
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Contact Information:
Human Resources Office
Phone: 415-464-5209 or 5106
Email: lynn_fosbender@nps.gov
Or write:
National Park Service
Point Reyes National Seashore
1 Bear Valley Road/Human Resources Office
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
US
What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
Required Skills
Qualifications
At the GS-6 level one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-5 level is qualifying. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and must be related to the work of the position for which application is made and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Some examples include field work identifying plants, the use of dichotomous keys, the collecting and/or cataloguing of plants, field work collecting data on invasive, nonnative plants and recruiting, training and/or leading staff or volunteers in field work. Graduate education meets the specialized experience only in those instances where it is directly related to the work of the position. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying.
TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR YOUR EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND, PLEASE SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT. Please note: It is the responsibility of the applicant to show he/she satisfies the course requirements. If you do not provide information that clearly shows how your completed college course work meets the specific course requirements above; you will be rated ineligible.
To qualify based on education, submit copy of transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Application materials will not be returned. Submit proof of your education with a transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking. We will be unable to return these to you. You can receive credit for education received outside the United States if you provide evidence that it is comparable to an accredited educational institution in the United States when you apply.You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
Basis of rating: CTAP and ICTAP eligibles will be considered well-qualified if they attain a rating of 85 out of a possible 100 points, not including veteran's preference.
Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. See Basis for Rating for definition of "well qualified". Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605 (a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.
You may need to work outdoors, often under adverse weather conditions.
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: Department Of The Interior | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Seasonal | City: Bell | |
| Experience:Any | State: California | |
| Education: College | Zip Code:90201 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 18.59 - 18.59 USD Hourly
Benefits
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACAYou will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI
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