Fish and Wildlife Biologist
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.
Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State environmental laws, regulations, regulatory process, policies related to conservation, restoration sufficient to ensure that Service interests are adequately represented and fully considered.
Ability to communicate (oral or written) effectively, including the ability to convey complex ecological and regulatory/procedural information to a variety of audiences (internal and external) and to be highly persuasive in written and oral communication, with particular emphasis on skills and abilities related to technical writing, public speaking, and negotiating complex issues with the general public, private landowners, agency representatives, and county officials.
Broad professional knowledge or experience with scientific and ecological principles and practices for protecting, restoring, and enhancing fish and wildlife habitat and evaluating and developing appropriate minimization and mitigating strategies in a wide variety of complex, sensitive, and/or controversial projects.
Gathers, organizes, and interprets biological, ecological, pathological, public use, or other pertinent information to insure management plans are current.
Assists with implementation of management plans, studies and investigations required for species propagation/production, resource protection, ecological factors, public information, and other aspects of natural resource management.
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.
Benefits 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.
Review our 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.
Required Documents 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.
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 and description of job duties.
Include 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.
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:
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
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:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
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.
How to Apply 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.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12074786.
Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
Applications must be received by 08/14/2023, 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/.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application:
https:
//help.
usastaffing.
gov/Apply/index.
php?title=Alternate_Application_Information.
Agency contact information Human Resources Staffing Division Phone 833-512-0482 Email fwshiring@fws.
gov Address Division of Human Resources Division of Human Resources 1875 Century Blvd.
Suite 370 Atlanta, GA 30345 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents 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 and description of job duties.
Include 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.
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:
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
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:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
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.
Help This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Clarification from the agency 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.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State environmental laws, regulations, regulatory process, policies related to conservation, restoration sufficient to ensure that Service interests are adequately represented and fully considered.
Ability to communicate (oral or written) effectively, including the ability to convey complex ecological and regulatory/procedural information to a variety of audiences (internal and external) and to be highly persuasive in written and oral communication, with particular emphasis on skills and abilities related to technical writing, public speaking, and negotiating complex issues with the general public, private landowners, agency representatives, and county officials.
Broad professional knowledge or experience with scientific and ecological principles and practices for protecting, restoring, and enhancing fish and wildlife habitat and evaluating and developing appropriate minimization and mitigating strategies in a wide variety of complex, sensitive, and/or controversial projects.
Gathers, organizes, and interprets biological, ecological, pathological, public use, or other pertinent information to insure management plans are current.
Assists with implementation of management plans, studies and investigations required for species propagation/production, resource protection, ecological factors, public information, and other aspects of natural resource management.
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.
Benefits 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.
Review our 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.
Required Documents 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.
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 and description of job duties.
Include 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.
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:
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
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:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
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.
How to Apply 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.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12074786.
Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
Applications must be received by 08/14/2023, 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/.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application:
https:
//help.
usastaffing.
gov/Apply/index.
php?title=Alternate_Application_Information.
Agency contact information Human Resources Staffing Division Phone 833-512-0482 Email fwshiring@fws.
gov Address Division of Human Resources Division of Human Resources 1875 Century Blvd.
Suite 370 Atlanta, GA 30345 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents 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 and description of job duties.
Include 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.
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:
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
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:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
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.
Help This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Clarification from the agency 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.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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