In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.
For the GS-07: In addition to meeting the education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Assist with collecting, interpreting, and applying ecological and environmental data to meet multiple use objectives; assist with documenting and preparing data to develop resource materials for resource management plans and environmental compliance; experience as a part of a restoration program in a multiple use environment; assist with monitoring studies, analyzing data, and suggesting solutions to multiple use land management and planning problems.
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Education: One (1) year of progressively higher-level graduate education in biological sciences or a closely related field.
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Superior Academic Achievement (See OPM's General Policies,
Application of Qualification Standards Section 4.f.) S.A.A. must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.
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Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate graduate education. Graduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.
For the GS-9: In addition to meeting the education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-7 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Experience collecting, interpreting, and applying ecological and environmental data to meet multiple use objectives; experience documenting and preparing data to develop resource materials for resource management plans and environmental compliance; experience as a part of a restoration program in a multiple use environment; monitoring studies, analyzing data, and suggesting solutions to multiple use land management and planning problems.
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Education: Two (2) years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master`s degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in biological sciences or a directly related field.
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Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate graduate education. Graduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.
For GS-11: In addition to meeting the education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-9 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Experience collecting, interpreting, and applying ecological and environmental data to meet multiple use objectives; experience documenting and preparing data to develop resource materials for resource management plans and environmental compliance; experience as a part of a restoration program in a multiple use environment; monitoring studies, analyzing data, and suggesting solutions to multiple use land management and planning problems.
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Education: Have 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree
or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in biological sciences or a directly related field.
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Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate graduate education. Graduate level education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.
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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade requirement in accordance with 5 CFR 300.604. If you are a current Federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level.
Physical Demands: The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of walking, standing, crouching, or UTV's over rough, uneven, or rocky terrain. Overnight camping is sometimes required. The incumbent must be physically fit for periods of rigorous activity while performing work assignments. Additional physical fitness requirements may be required based upon wildland fire qualifications.
Work Environment: The incumbent will have a wide variety of physical demands varying from office work which will involve 70% of their time to the remaining 30% of their time in the field. While in the field, the incumbent will be working in areas ranging from flat to extremely steep and in temperatures from below 0 to 100+ degrees. In some instances, considerable walking to reach the work site will be required. The work is performed outdoors in remote areas. The work involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks and discomfort (e.g., outdoor camping, and insect borne disease). Special safety precautions and specialized equipment are required. Incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer.
