This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/566706700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The position is located within the Combating Wildlife Trafficking (CWT) Strategy and Partnerships Branch, Division of Management Authority, Assistant Director of International Affairs, Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), Department of the Interior (DOI). The International Affairs Program implements U.S. wildlife laws, as well as international treaties and agreements. This position is responsible for activities related to development and implementation of policies to combat wildlife trafficking.
04/27/2020 to 05/11/2020
$86,335 - $133,465 per year
GS 12 - 13
2 vacancies in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Competitive
13
No
No
R9-20-10804467-RM (DE)
566706700
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
U.S. Citizens, CTAP, ICTAP
This position serves as policy advisor and program officer. It is responsible for developing and implementing cooperative activities with other Federal agencies, organizations, individuals and foreign governments to combat wildlife trafficking. The incumbent serves as staff specialist, liaison officer, and consultant for Combating Wildlife Trafficking (CWT) and works on the many complex ecological, economic, and political problems involved in formulating and guiding CWT projects.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been or may be involuntarily separated (e.g. reduction in force, declining to relocate/transfer outside their local commuting area) from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal or Removal Notice; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; or Removal and most recent performance appraisal.). For more information visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/
To register or verify your registration go to the Selective Service System at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx
FWS has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.
More than two positions may be filled from this announcement.
Applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
This position is not eligible for remote work or change in duty station.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the basic qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you meet the basic qualifications your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience which resulted in you being listed in the highest quality category, you may lose consideration, or be assigned to a lower quality category for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
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.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/566706700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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