Reclamation is seeking an entry level Intern-indefinite looking for an opportunity to as an Student Trainee (GIS). Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.
This opportunity is intended for (but not limited to) students who are pursuing a degree path, courses, or have the career goal of employment in the field of Geographic Information System (GIS).
This is a career development opportunity in the excepted service under the Bureau of Reclamation Pathways Internship Program. It is designed to provide students currently enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work and get paid while exploring federal careers. The candidate selected to fill the position will be required to complete a Participant Agreement the spells out the requirements of the program, including an anticipated date for completing educational requirements related to the full performance grade level of the position.
Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty at the location designated will be the responsibility of the selected employee.
At the present time, we have one vacancy at each location; however, this announcement may be used to fill additional equivalent positions at this duty location.
If selected at the GS-03 level, the hourly rate of pay is $12.53 per hour. If selected at the GS-04 level, the hourly rate of pay is $14.07 per hour.
The Boise position may have a promotion potential of GS-09 if converted to a GIS Specialist.
The Heyburn position may have a promotion potential of GS-11 if converted to a GIS Specialist.
Summary
Reclamation is seeking an entry level Intern-indefinite looking for an opportunity to as an Student Trainee (GIS). Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.
This opportunity is intended for (but not limited to) students who are pursuing a degree path, courses, or have the career goal of employment in the field of Geographic Information System (GIS).
This is a career development opportunity in the excepted service under the Bureau of Reclamation Pathways Internship Program. It is designed to provide students currently enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work and get paid while exploring federal careers. The candidate selected to fill the position will be required to complete a Participant Agreement the spells out the requirements of the program, including an anticipated date for completing educational requirements related to the full performance grade level of the position.
Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty at the location designated will be the responsibility of the selected employee.
At the present time, we have one vacancy at each location; however, this announcement may be used to fill additional equivalent positions at this duty location.
If selected at the GS-03 level, the hourly rate of pay is $12.53 per hour. If selected at the GS-04 level, the hourly rate of pay is $14.07 per hour.
The Boise position may have a promotion potential of GS-09 if converted to a GIS Specialist.
The Heyburn position may have a promotion potential of GS-11 if converted to a GIS Specialist.
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
Must submit a resume, transcripts, and supporting documentation
Must submit documents to verify student status
For veterans consideration, submit document(s) under "Required Documents"
To be eligible for this opportunity, applicants must: - be at least 16 years of age or older at the time of appointment; - be in good academic standing as defined by the school they are attending; - be a student who has been accepted for enrollment or is currently enrolled and seeking a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4-year college or university, graduate or professional school.
All Interns must continue to meet these eligibility requirements throughout the duration of the appointment.In addition, they must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Individuals serving in Intern-indefinite appointments may be noncompetitively converted to a permanent position within 120 days of successful completion of the program but conversion is neither promised nor guaranteed. To be eligible for conversion to a permanent or term position, these Interns must also:
- Be a U.S. Citizen or National; - Complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquired through the Internship Program; - Complete their degree or certificate requirements; - Meet the Office of Personnel Management's qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted (which may include a positive education requirement); - Meet all agency and program specific requirements as specified in their individual Participant Agreement; - Perform their job successfully as documented through performance evaluations; and - Be recommended for conversion by their manager or supervisor.
If converted to permanent or TERM appointment, the anticipated target position for Boise is a GS-0301-09 and the anticipated target positon for Heyburn is a GS-0301-11; however, that may change based on the need of the organization at that time. The full performance level of the target position will be dependent on the type of position and will be determined at the time of conversion.
Qualifications
Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment with an accredited college or university at least part-time, seeking a degree, and in good academic standing (as defined by the school).
GS-03: Completion of 1 full academic year of post-high school study OR Completion of 1 full semester of post-high school study plus 1 period of student trainee work experience OR 6 months of general experience.
GS-04: Completion of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or associate’s degree OR Completion of 1 academic year of post-high school study plus 2 periods of student trainee work experience OR Completion of 1 ½ academic years of post-high school study plus 1 period of student trainee work experience OR one year of general experience.
A period of student trainee work experience is equal to 320 hours of work experience.
Academic Year: At the undergraduate level, 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours is comparable to 1 year of undergraduate education. Four years of progressive study or 120 semester hours meets the degree requirements. At the graduate level, 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours.
General work experience shows his/her ability to perform progressively more complex, responsible, or difficult duties; and that shows his/her ability to learn the specific work of this job.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. The applicant will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Graduated students are not eligible for this position.
Additional information
If the position is filled at the lower grade level, subsequent promotion to the next higher grade level per the target full performance is permissible without further competition. Promotion is not guaranteed or promised but dependent upon administrative approval and the agency’s continuing need for an actual assignment and performance at the higher level duties.
The entire period served as an Intern-indefinite is creditable toward completion of the required probationary period for initial appointment to a position in the competitive service. Prior Federal civilian service is credited toward the completion of the required probationary period in the same manner as prescribed in 5 CFR 315.802.
Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.
DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including applicant rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify registration with the Selective Service System or that the applicant is exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Go to: http://www.sss.gov
The Bureau of Reclamation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for positions is made solely on the basis of merit, fitness and qualifications without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors.
The referral list from this public notice may be used to fill subsequent positions (similar title, series and grade, location, and KSA requirements) within 120 days of the date the job announcement closed.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
After the vacancy announcement closes, a review of the applicant’s application/resume will be made to ensure he/she meets the basic eligibility and minimum qualification requirements of the job. Eligibility and qualification status will be based on an assessment conducted using qualification standards, his/her responses to job-related questions, information provided in the resume, and required supporting documents, if applicable (see the Required Documents section). Veterans’ preference applies to the selection for positions in the Pathways Program. The examination and selection of applicants will be made in accordance with the requirements of 5 CFR 302.
Eligible, qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring official in an unranked order by preference status: (1) Preference eligible having a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more (CPS and CP); (2) Other preference eligibles (XP); (3) Applicants eligible for 5-point veterans’ preference (TP); and (4) Applicants not eligible for veteran’s preference (NV).
Applicant’s answers to questions will be verified against information provided in their online resume. Be sure that the resume clearly supports the responses to all the questions by addressing experience, education and/or training relevant to this position. Applicants must make a fair and accurate assessment of their qualifications. Applicants who exaggerate or falsify their experience and/or education may be removed from employment consideration. To preview questions please click here.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit a resume (with dates of employment, i.e. years and months), an on-line assessment questionnaire, and the following supporting documents, as appropriate:
1. Transcript(s): All applicants MUST furnish a copy of his/her college transcript(s), if applicable. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university, specific courses, and the number of semester/quarter hours currently enrolled. Applicants not currently enrolled must provide a student schedule for the upcoming semester/quarter verifying at least half-time enrollment status. If selected, applicants will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications prior to reporting for work
2. Proof of Pathways Eligibility: The applicant must show proof such as a letter from his/her accredited U.S. educational institution that verifies:
-- have been accepted for enrollment; -- the degree/diploma/certification program in which the applicant is enrolled; -- enrolled at least half-time (as defined by the school); -- number of semester/quarter hours or class schedule for next semester/quarter; and -- anticipated graduation date.
Please note: Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/ and U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html websites.
If the applicant’s education was completed or is from foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, he/she must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
3. DD-214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, if applicable; Applicants entitled to veterans’ preference must provide a copy of his/her DD-214, and should indicate on his/her application materials the type of veterans’ preference they are claiming. Veterans’ preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.
-- For 5-point veterans' preference, submit a copy of the applicant’s DD-214 (Member 4 Copy), or an official statement of service from his/her command if he/she is currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves his/her military service was performed under honorable conditions. -- For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation requested by this form. --For information on veteran's eligibility visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide/
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Applications (resume and assessment questionnaire) for this vacancy MUST be received online BEFORE midnight Eastern Time (Washington, DC time) on the closing date of this announcement. To apply, click the blue APPLY ONLINE button at the top of the page.
This vacancy is being announced through Bureau of Reclamation’s Hiring System—HireMe. For more information about the HireMe system and the registration process, visit: http://www.usbr.gov/pmts/hr/hireme.html
As part of the on-line application process, applicants may be required to submit supporting documents. Failure to submit the requested supporting documents may result in the applicant not being considered for this position. Options for submitting supporting documentation include: -- Auto Requested Fax or uploading from the applicants USAJOBS profile – instructions provided during the online application process -- E-mail to vvosquez@usbr.gov -- Fax directly to the HR Office at (208) 378-5023 -- Mail to the Bureau of Reclamation, ATTN: PN-1446, 1150 North Curtis Road, Suite 100, Boise, Idaho 83706-1234 – or – -- Hand deliver to the Bureau of Reclamation, Human Resources – Room 109, 1150 North Curtis Road, Boise, Idaho.
Include the applicant name and vacancy number on supporting documents.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If an applicant needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the HR office at the phone number shown at the bottom of this page. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
1150 N. Curtis Road, Suite 100
Attn: PN-1446
Boise, ID 83706-1234
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, resumes and transcripts will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the basic qualification requirements. Applicants who have been determined to be the most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and possible interview. After a tentative selectee has been identified, a suitability and/or security background investigation will be conducted. A final job offer is typically made within 40 days after the deadline for applications. Applicants should monitor their status for positions with the Bureau of Reclamation, by regularly checking their public status notifications in their USAJOBS profile.
Candidates are advised to make no irrevocable employment decisions based on receiving an interview, or a tentative job offer.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit a resume (with dates of employment, i.e. years and months), an on-line assessment questionnaire, and the following supporting documents, as appropriate:
1. Transcript(s): All applicants MUST furnish a copy of his/her college transcript(s), if applicable. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university, specific courses, and the number of semester/quarter hours currently enrolled. Applicants not currently enrolled must provide a student schedule for the upcoming semester/quarter verifying at least half-time enrollment status. If selected, applicants will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications prior to reporting for work
2. Proof of Pathways Eligibility: The applicant must show proof such as a letter from his/her accredited U.S. educational institution that verifies:
-- have been accepted for enrollment; -- the degree/diploma/certification program in which the applicant is enrolled; -- enrolled at least half-time (as defined by the school); -- number of semester/quarter hours or class schedule for next semester/quarter; and -- anticipated graduation date.
Please note: Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/ and U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html websites.
If the applicant’s education was completed or is from foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, he/she must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
3. DD-214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, if applicable; Applicants entitled to veterans’ preference must provide a copy of his/her DD-214, and should indicate on his/her application materials the type of veterans’ preference they are claiming. Veterans’ preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.
-- For 5-point veterans' preference, submit a copy of the applicant’s DD-214 (Member 4 Copy), or an official statement of service from his/her command if he/she is currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves his/her military service was performed under honorable conditions. -- For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation requested by this form. --For information on veteran's eligibility visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide/
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Applications (resume and assessment questionnaire) for this vacancy MUST be received online BEFORE midnight Eastern Time (Washington, DC time) on the closing date of this announcement. To apply, click the blue APPLY ONLINE button at the top of the page.
This vacancy is being announced through Bureau of Reclamation’s Hiring System—HireMe. For more information about the HireMe system and the registration process, visit: http://www.usbr.gov/pmts/hr/hireme.html
As part of the on-line application process, applicants may be required to submit supporting documents. Failure to submit the requested supporting documents may result in the applicant not being considered for this position. Options for submitting supporting documentation include: -- Auto Requested Fax or uploading from the applicants USAJOBS profile – instructions provided during the online application process -- E-mail to vvosquez@usbr.gov -- Fax directly to the HR Office at (208) 378-5023 -- Mail to the Bureau of Reclamation, ATTN: PN-1446, 1150 North Curtis Road, Suite 100, Boise, Idaho 83706-1234 – or – -- Hand deliver to the Bureau of Reclamation, Human Resources – Room 109, 1150 North Curtis Road, Boise, Idaho.
Include the applicant name and vacancy number on supporting documents.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If an applicant needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the HR office at the phone number shown at the bottom of this page. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
BUREAU OF RECLAMATION
1150 N. Curtis Road, Suite 100
Attn: PN-1446
Boise, ID 83706-1234
US
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, resumes and transcripts will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the basic qualification requirements. Applicants who have been determined to be the most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and possible interview. After a tentative selectee has been identified, a suitability and/or security background investigation will be conducted. A final job offer is typically made within 40 days after the deadline for applications. Applicants should monitor their status for positions with the Bureau of Reclamation, by regularly checking their public status notifications in their USAJOBS profile.
Candidates are advised to make no irrevocable employment decisions based on receiving an interview, or a tentative job offer.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
