of other resource specialists at both the District and the Field office levels. Works with the Lead Wildlife Biologist on coordination issues with local interest groups, Tribal Councils, and other federal agencies on the impact of the application of biological decisions, habitat conservation, and laws and regulations.
The specialist serves as the information liaison between the State Office resource specialists and Field office employees on issues pertaining to Special Status Species, Threatened and Endangered Species, and other wildlife matters. Serves on district/field level interdisciplinary teams, where they write and review field office required biological input to environmental
backssments, biological backssments, development of protective stipulations, and resource management plans. Responsible for identification of impacts to wildlife habitat and Threatened and Endangered species by other resource activities.
The specialist evaluates inventory and monitoring data to determine population trends and impacts, then formulates strategies designed to recover or mitigate impacts. The biologist designs and implements habitat improvement and restoration projects for the field office in coordination with other programs, other federal agencies, state agency representatives and where possible with non-government organizations. The specialist generates and maintains partnerships
to assist in design, implementation and monitoring of habitat improvement and restoration projects.
Requirements Conditions of Employment U. S. Citizenship is required. Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections. You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands. Direct Deposit Required. Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination. Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
May require a one-year probationary period. Qualifications 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 GS-07: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-5 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Assisting with the collection of field data on wildlife habitats and vegetation.
Interpreting aerial photos to determine vegetation types. Assembling biological and vegetation use data from records to determine past wildlife and livestock use. Assisting with the classification and evaluation of vegetations and soil to determine suitable habitats and ranges for wildlife. -OR- One full year of graduate level education -OR- A combination of graduate level education and specialized experience -OR- Superior Academic Achievement (to determine if you are eligible, go here) For GS-09: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Serving as an advanced trainee specializing in wildlife biology and performing common qualitative and quantitative analyses of wildlife resources.
Conducting surveys and drafting tentative professional opinions to assist in determining wildlife resource needs and remedies. Assisting in carrying out a range of analytical/scientific assignments in the wildlife biology profession that included researching and analyzing data, issues, and information that support wildlife project recommendations.
-OR- A master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL. B. or J. D. -OR- A combination of specialized experience and education (only graduate education in excess of 18 semester hours may be used to qualify applicants for this grade level) For GS-11: You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Providing input in the wildlife management program by gathering, compiling, and analyzing data to determine environmental conditions, characteristics, and values, and the interrelationship of wildlife resources with other resources.
Analyzing data and recommending solutions to problems involving a limited section of wildlife resources issues, e. g. interpreting the effect and impact of changes on wildlife habitat as a result of specific resource activities. Providing input in the preparation, maintenance, and revision of wildlife plans that involved interpretation of data obtained from studies and field surveys. -OR- Successfully completed three (3) years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.
D. degree or have received a Ph. D. or equivalent graduate degree in biological science or directly related coursework. -OR- A combination of graduate level education (beyond 18 semester hours) and specialized experience that is directly related to this position that together meets the qualification requirements for this position 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.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e. g. Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) 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 by the closing date of the announcement.
Physical Demands: Work requires long periods of standing, walking or riding horses over rough terrain; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, reaching, or similar activities. Work may also include frequent lifting of moderately heavy items, such as equipment and samples that weigh less than 23 kilograms or approximately 50 pounds. The physical demands of this position meet the description of the physical demands described by the standard at the 8-2 level. Some the work of the position is performed in an office however, there is also considerable field work involved in the performance of this work.
In order to gather samples and complete monitoring activities, the individual may be frequently required to walk or ride vehicles over rough terrain, perform duties that require recurring bending, crouching, stooping, reaching or lifting. Work may also include lifting of moderately heavy items, such equipment and samples. The incumbent may be subjected to hostile wildlife, chemical and physical hazards. Work Environment: Work involves exposure to moderate risks and discomforts, such as those due to: adverse weather conditions, such as high winds and low or high temperatures, falling trees; and hostile wildlife; The work environment of this position indicates that the position environment is comparable to the description of the standard at 9-2 level.
The work of this position is sometimes performed in an office setting with adequate lighting and temperatures. However, when necessary to complete the work, there is outdoor exposure. Outdoor exposure requires some discomfort in extremes of temperature or inclement weather. The incumbent may be subjected to hostile wildlife, chemical and physical hazards. Education This position has an individual occupational requirement. In order to qualify, you must meet one of the below: 1.
) Degree: biological science that included: At least 9 semester hours in such wildlife subjects as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, or research courses in the field of wildlife biology; and At least 12 semester hours in zoology in such subjects as general zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, cellular biology, parasitology, entomology, or research courses in such subjects (Excess courses in wildlife biology may be used to meet the zoology requirements where appropriate.
) At least 9 semester hours in botany or the related plant sciences. -OR- 2. ) Combination of education and experience: equivalent to a major in biological science (i. e. at least 30 semester hours), with at least 9 semester hours in wildlife subjects, 12 semester hours in zoology, and 9 semester hours in botany or related plant science, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. You must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U. S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information.
Additional information This is not a virtual/remote position. DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated 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, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service 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 in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement.
The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive or Student Loan Repayment.
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 window Learn 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.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the application process is complete, we will review your application to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume, supporting documentation and responses to the online questionnaire will be made. Your responses to the online questionnaire will be used to measure the degree to which your background matches the requirements for this position. Qualified applicants will be placed in one of three predefined categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified and Qualified.
However, your resume must support your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire, or your score may be lowered. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Candidates placed in the Best Qualified category will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be contacted for an interview. Your answers to the online questionnaire will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: Ecology Interpersonal Skills Planning and Evaluating Technical Competence Wildlife Biology In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.
In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires successful completion of the following additional backssment: Subject Matter Expert Resume Panel Review. These backssments measure the critical competencies listed above that are required to successfully perform the job. 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.
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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: Resume or Application. At a minimum, your resume MUST contain job title (include job series and grade, if federal), duties, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary. USAJOBS has a template to ensure a complete resume. /watch? v=8YX7o1PBo Fk Your resume will be used to validate your responses to the backssment tool(s).
Failure to provide required information will result in loss of eligibility. You are welcome to submit an optional cover letter. Transcripts: You MUST submit a copy of ALL your college transcripts or a list of ALL college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U. S. college/university. Upon selection, official transcripts must be received prior to appointment. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your 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. Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference you must submit a copy of your DD-214, 'Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, ' (Member 4 copy is preferred), showing the dates of active duty, type of discharge, and character of service (must be honorable) OR written documentation from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.
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Required documentation must be submitted by 11:59 p. m. Eastern Time, on the closing date of this announcement. 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.
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would be responsible for deployment of long-term acoustic detectors, NABat surveys, acoustic data management and analysis, habitat backssments, and report writing in the United States. WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies and the sophisticated analysis of natural resource data.
Since its founding in 1990, the WEST team has shaped the foundation of what we do, and what we believe in through our core values and key principles. Our work matters to our clients, communities, and the environment. Join WEST and discover a company of passionate, committed, and highly motivated individuals. Please click here to see what benefits
WEST offers! The minimum base salary is $50,000 and the maximum is $70,000 for the associate-level bat biologist. Salary and title may vary based on education, knowledge and experience.
This position will require occasional overnight travel. Start date is flexible. Job Summary: The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in deploying and maintaining common bat acoustic detectors (preferably Wildlife Acoustics detectors), reading and understanding detector outputs and summary files, and maintaining large acoustic data sets. Experience with acoustic analysis software (i. e. Kaleidoscope, Analook, Ana Bat Insight, Sono Bat) is preferred. Additionally, the candidate will have demonstrated
knowledge of habitat requirements for western bat and/or eastern bat species and experience conducting habitat backssments for bats.
Preference will be given to those with experience in state and federal permits pertaining to bats and NABat database uploads. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and completing bat and other wildlife related studies, including presence/probable absence surveys for threatened and endangered bats, pre-construction and post-construction avian and bat surveys at wind energy projects, habitat backssments for rare species, and preparing/reviewing technical reports of survey results. Responsibilities include: Assist in the deployment of long-term acoustic detectors.
Management and review of acoustic data collected across multiple projects to confirm detector and microphone functionality and troubleshoot issues with technicians in the field. Review bat calls in bat acoustic analysis software, such as Kaleidoscope, Analook, Ana Bat Insight, and Sono Bat. Perform bat statistic summaries using run scripts in R. Assist in proposal writing and report writing for bat-specific studies. This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of the duties which may be associated with this position.
Job Requirements Requirements: The primary qualifications sought for the position include: Experience designing and implementing wildlife field studies, specifically for bats. Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Applicants must be willing and able to travel (overnight and potentially for extended periods). Applicants should demonstrate the ability to follow instructions from managers; interact effectively with coworkers, clients, and agencies; and be able to accept guidance and constructive criticism. Able to supervise others and meet deliverable targets and deadlines while upholding WEST's strong safety culture.
At least a bachelor's degree in biology or a different natural resource-related field and experience working with bats (master's degree preferred). Familiarity with the current auto identification softwares (ideally Sono Bat, Kaleidoscope, and Titley software), and current acoustic detectors is required. Experience with both deploying and troubleshooting bat acoustic equipment. Familiar with state or federal permitting processes, especially in relation to bat surveys preferred but not required. Preference will be given to those who hold a permit from the USFWS allowing the capture and handling of threatened and endangered bat species.
Preference will be given to biologists who have handled and have the ability to distinguish western Myotid species in-hand. After an offer of employment is made, the candidate must successfully pass a pre- employment background check, drug screening, and a DMV records check that meets WEST's minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company. A valid driver's license will be required. WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, interaction, interactionual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment. Education Bachelor's Degree Exemption Type Exempt Application Deadline
