Biologist

Summary

This position is a Transportation Liaison, GS- 0401-12 working in Anchorage, AK for the R7-ARD-Ecological Services and Fisheries.

This is a term position expected to last 13 months but may be extended up to a total of 4 years at management's discretion.

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

10/25/2024 to 11/07/2024

* Salary

$98,232 - $127,698 per year

* Pay scale & grade

GS 12

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

* Anchorage, AK

* Remote job

No

* Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

* Travel Required

25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

* Appointment type

Term - Not to exceed 13 months, but may be extended up to a total of 4 years at management discretion.

* Work schedule

Full-time

* Service

Competitive

* Promotion potential

None

* Job family (Series)

* 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences

* Supervisory status

No

* Security clearance

Other

* Drug test

No

* Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

* Trust determination process

* Suitability/Fitness

* Financial disclosure

No

* Bargaining unit status

No

* Announcement number

R7-25-12585680-AW-SDHA

* Control number

815524500

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This job is open to

* The public

U. S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U. S.

* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

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.

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Duties

As a Transportation Liaison your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

* Represent the Alaska Region in coordination activities with Federal and State transportation agencies.

* Support Federal Highways Administration efforts to deliver the National Culvert Removal, Replacement, and Restoration Program.

* Provide technical assistance and environmental review of regional and local transportation-related projects.

* Coordinate with conservation partners and identify and evaluate suitability of projects to meet priority conservation goals.

* Communicate with field offices, other Regions, and Headquarters for consistency and compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

* Must be a U. S. Citizen or National.

* 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.

* 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 11/07/2024 will be considered.

In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification.

Basic Requirement:

* A bachelors degree or higher in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. I will submit my transcripts with my application that verifies this. OR

* A combination of education and experience that included coursework equivalent to a major (i. e. 24 semester/36 quarter hours or school equivalent) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines as shown in A above, PLUS appropriate experience or additional education, and in combination equals 100% of the basic requirements.

Minimum Qualification [GS-12]

* One year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Qualifying experience includes: (1) Conducting moderately complex biological or ecological investigations to determine the impact of various land and water development projects on species and their habitats; (2) Providing technical assistance on ecological connectivity and/or road ecology; (3) Developing and supporting habitat conservation or restoration projects; (4) Tracking project progress and communicating benefits to a range of audiences; and (5) Working with partners to achieve habitat objectives and species benefits. 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 cred.