These positions are Fish and Wildlife Biologists, GS- 0401-12 working in Hagatna, Guam, or Honolulu, Hawaii for the R1-Pacific Islands Fish and Wildlife Office.
See "additional information" for information on Cost of Living Allowances.
Summary
These positions are Fish and Wildlife Biologists, GS- 0401-12 working in Hagatna, Guam, or Honolulu, Hawaii for the R1-Pacific Islands Fish and Wildlife Office.
See "additional information" for information on Cost of Living Allowances.
This position will be filled under the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority and is open to all United States citizens and U.S. nationals. Veteran's preference and traditional rating and ranking of applications do not apply. All qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration for this position.
For additional information about these positions and the Pacific Island Fish and Wildlife Office, please click HERE.
SUMMARY:
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Pacific Islands Fish and Wildlife Office (PIFWO) is excited to announce the recruitment of two permanent GS-0401-12 positions to join the dynamic Invasive Species Team. One position is a Fish and Wildlife Biologist/Brown Treesnake Program Coordinator, GS-0401-12 working in either Honolulu, Hawaii or Hagatna, Guam within the Invasive Species Team for PIFWO (Region 1). Selection of the duty station will be determined by the successful applicant. The second position is a Fish and Wildlife Biologist/Invasive Species Coordinator, GS GS-0401-12 working in Honolulu, Hawaii within the Invasive Species Team for PIFWO (Region 1).
PIFWO Invasive Species Team Information: Managing invasive species is an integral part the Fish and Wildlife Service mission to work with others to conserve, enhance and protect fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the benefit of the American people. The presence of invasive species on geographically isolated Pacific Islands can have dramatic and often catastrophic impacts to endemic and native species. Our area of responsibility covers the central and western Pacific region including Hawai'i, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Marine National Monuments and Pacific Remote Islands. The PIFWO Invasive Species Team is comprised of invasive species specialists that focus efforts on developing collaborations to limit invasive species impacts on protected species and their ecosystems, including spread prevention and biosecurity, early detection and rapid response, and the control and management of established invasive species.
DUTIES: There are two vacancies available. The position(s) duties include the following:
Fish and Wildlife Biologist: This position will serve as the BTS Program Coordinator, representing the Fish and Wildlife Service and PIFWO on the Brown Treesnake (BTS) Technical Working Group (TWG), serving as the Chair for the BTS TWG and working closely with federal, State and Territorial government agencies responsible for the interdiction, early detection, rapid response, control, eradication, and management of BTS. This position will be responsible for coordinating interagency efforts and implementing policies on the interdiction, biosecurity, detection, control, management, and eradication of BTS in the Pacific Islands ecoregion. Initial emphasis will be on organizing, planning, and facilitating interagency program meetings resulting in an update of the BTS TWG 5-year strategic plan. This work will involve an evaluation and summary of program progress, assessments and prioritizing BTS research, and providing recommendations to develop annual program action plans. This position will lead/serve on various sub-committees of the BTSTWG and will develop and maintain partnerships to leverage funding for BTS control and management.
Fish and Wildlife Biologist: This position will serve as an Invasive Species Coordinator and is responsible for providing technical guidance to local government and agency staff to develop and maintain partnerships and find innovative ways to limit the impacts of invasive species on native and protected species. The position will work closely with local Hawaii and Pacific Island Territorial government invasive species teams, organizations and partnerships providing technical assistance to develop projects and implement policies on biosecurity, detection, control, and eradication of invasive species in the Pacific Islands ecoregion including at least one of the following invasive species groups: ungulates, small mammals, or plants. Initial emphasis of the position will be working with the regional and national invasive species advisory groups to identify or assist in project development that address national invasive species priorities. The position may be involved with environmental compliance including review of pesticide use applications for the control of invasive species.
Resume (See "Required Documents"). Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is provided on resume.
Eligibility and Supporting documents - You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to AND submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section.
Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
Driver's License: Selectees MAY be required to possess and maintain a valid State driver's license at all times during their tenure.
Uniform: Official U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service uniform MAY be required.
Probationary Period: Selectees MAY be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.
Qualifications
Only experience and education obtained by 10/10/2023 will be considered.
In order to qualify for this position, you must possess BOTH the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification.
Basic Requirement:
A. Bachelor's Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. -OR-
B. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Minimum Qualification [GS-12]:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience include demonstrated invasive species work experience developing management plans, implementing projects or policies in one or more of the following related to biosecurity, early detection, control, suppression, rapid response or eradication of invasive species. Conducting interagency coordination including organizing, facilitating, and conducting strategic planning meetings where team activities and a common agreed upon objective are important to success. Interprets and implements laws, regulations, and policies and proposes recommendations involving natural resource issues. Writes technical reports and correspondence where information must be collected, organized, analyzed, summarized, and interpreted; Communicates environmental issues to a variety of audiences (government agencies, the public, academic audiences). IMPORTANT NOTE: Your resume MUST contain sufficient information in these areas to be found qualified.
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.
Education
PROOF OF EDUCATION: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify MUST submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts.
PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.
GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Additional information
PCS INFORMATION: No PCS entitlements are authorized.
Telework: This position is suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.
Additional Vacancies: One or more positions may be filled from applications received under this announcement in the advertised office or other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service offices in the local commuting area.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy. CTAP or ICTAP applicants must be determined to be well-qualified for this position in order to receive special selection priority. To be well-qualified, a CTAP or ICTAP applicant must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least 85 on the questionnaire. For more information visit: OPM's Employee Guide to Career Transition
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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.
All applicants who submit a complete and legible application by the closing date of this vacancy announcement {or cut-off} will have their qualifications reviewed to determine if they possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the work of this position.
Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, concepts methodologies and techniques of biology.
Skill in extending, applying, and adapting biological methods, procedures, and techniques to accommodate unique field conditions and to make technical decisions where standard methods, established precedence and procedures do not apply.
Ability to manage competing priorities, including but not limited to, administration, policy development, program implementation, and strategic planning.
Ability to establish positive working relationships/partnerships and exercise tact and diplomacy in coordinating activities with co-workers, and as needed, with representatives of other Federal agencies, state, tribal and local organizations, conservation organizations, private entities, and the general public.
Ability to communicate orally and build consensus with individuals and special interest groups with diverse and potentially conflicting viewpoints with regard to natural resource management, to share information, and to present findings and recommendations.
Applicants eligible for priority consideration under DOI's Career Transition Assistance Program/Plan, employees eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Plan (ICTAP). Eligible candidates on the Reemployment Placement List (RPL). A qualified and eligible permanent DOI employee may be selected before an ICTAP eligible.
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.
You must submit a complete application package. We will not make assumptions about your experience and/or education.
Required Documents:
1. Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes:
Beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience
Hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed
Salary and description of job duties.
Name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number.
Additional information on what to include can be found here. Your experience needs to address every required qualification. Important Note: Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
2. College Transcripts: This position has a positive education requirement; ALL applicants MUST submit copies of unofficial or official transcripts.Transcripts must include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts. Failure to provide copies of transcripts will result inloss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
Additional Documentation if applicable:
1. Cover Letter
2. CTAP/ICTAP Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
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.
Review the appointment eligibility criteria in the application preview linked below: The eligibility section of the application allows you to choose how you wish to be considered for this vacancy announcement. You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to and submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section or the application text.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents section.
Click 'Apply' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
Applications must be received by 10/10/2023, 11:59pm ET to receive consideration.
Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, in Applications tab, click the position title you applied to for the status. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Division of Human Resources
Division of Human Resources
Eastside Federal Complex
911 NE Eleventh Avenue
Portland, OR 97232
US
Next steps
Once you submit all the required documents and the online application in USAJOBS, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After the evaluation process is complete, you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted by the hiring official.
You will be notified if this job is filled or canceled. Timelines for this process vary widely.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account as we will not be responding to inquiries about the status of applications as long as the system has been updated.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
You must submit a complete application package. We will not make assumptions about your experience and/or education.
Required Documents:
1. Resume: You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes:
Beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience
Hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed
Salary and description of job duties.
Name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number.
Additional information on what to include can be found here. Your experience needs to address every required qualification. Important Note: Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
2. College Transcripts: This position has a positive education requirement; ALL applicants MUST submit copies of unofficial or official transcripts.Transcripts must include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts. Failure to provide copies of transcripts will result inloss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
Additional Documentation if applicable:
1. Cover Letter
2. CTAP/ICTAP Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
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.
Review the appointment eligibility criteria in the application preview linked below: The eligibility section of the application allows you to choose how you wish to be considered for this vacancy announcement. You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to and submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section or the application text.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents section.
Click 'Apply' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
Applications must be received by 10/10/2023, 11:59pm ET to receive consideration.
Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, in Applications tab, click the position title you applied to for the status. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Division of Human Resources
Division of Human Resources
Eastside Federal Complex
911 NE Eleventh Avenue
Portland, OR 97232
US
Next steps
Once you submit all the required documents and the online application in USAJOBS, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After the evaluation process is complete, you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted by the hiring official.
You will be notified if this job is filled or canceled. Timelines for this process vary widely.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account as we will not be responding to inquiries about the status of applications as long as the system has been updated.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
