Supervisory Fish Biologist
4.
4 Leavenworth, WA Leavenworth, WA Full-time Full-time $116,393 - $151,308 a year $116,393 - $151,308 a year 3 days ago 3 days ago 3 days ago Duties The Leavenworth Fisheries Complex (Complex) consists of the Leavenworth, Entiat and Winthrop National Fish Hatcheries and the Mid-Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office.
The hatcheries were built to mitigate for fish and habitat loss associated with the Grand Coulee Dam on the Columbia River.
At full capacity, the hatcheries rear approximately 1.
8 million spring Chinook salmon smolts, 400,000 summer Chinook salmon smolts, 1.
2 million Coho salmon smolts, and 200,000 steelhead smolts for direct release into the Icicle Creek and Entiat and Methow rivers.
The Complex has an extensive outreach program that works with friends groups, Federal and State agencies, city governments, Tribes, non-governmental entities, and local school districts.
Outreach events include summer theatre, hiking, skiing, snow shoeing, horseback riding, winter sleigh rides, free fishing days, and the annual Wenatchee River Salmon Festival.
The facilities implement Kids in the Creek and teacher training, support Youth Conservation Corps projects, provide site deployment for fire camps during fire-fighting season, and support Tribal use opportunities.
As a Supervisory Fish Biologist your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
Supervising a Complex consisting of National Fish Hatcheries and a Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office in which the scope and impact of work throughout the Complex has a direct affect on the FAC Program and the Pacific Region.
Providing administrative support such as budget development and implementation, property management, safety, employee performance evaluation, recruitment and hiring, and supporting and implementing the Equal Opportunity Program.
Serving as the principal Complex liaison and policy contact with Tribal groups, NOAA Fisheries, State Fish and Wildlife Agencies, State Departments of Ecology, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.
S.
Army Corps of Engineers (COE), the Bureau of Reclamation, and/or the local community.
Participating on technical and policy level work groups including, but not limited to hatchery reform implementation, wild fish population monitoring, habitat restoration, and fisheries management.
Ensuring that the Complex's programs and activities are based on an integrated approach to fisheries and aquatic conservation that appropriately balances elements of habitat protection and restoration, fish production, and harvest management to meet prescribed management goals.
Overseeing significant fish production programs producing Chinook salmon, steelhead, and coho salmon to meet mitigation, conservation, and/or Tribal Trust obligations.
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.
Supervisory Probationary Period:
Selectees who have not previously completed a supervisory probationary period, will be required to serve a one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period for this position.
Notice of Financial Disclosure Report Requirement:
This position is subject to a financial disclosure requirement and you will be required to complete either OGE Form 278e or OGE Form 450 as applicable within 30 days of your appointment 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 11/27/2023 will be considered.
In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification.
Basic Requirement:
Degree:
major in biological science that included at least 6 semester hours in aquatic subjects such as limnology, ichthyology, fishery biology, aquatic botany, aquatic fauna, oceanography, fish culture, or related courses in the field of fishery biology; and at least 12 semester hours in the animal sciences in such subjects as general zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, entomology, parasitology, ecology, cellular biology, genetics, or research in these fields.
(Excess course work in aquatic subjects may be used to meet this requirement.
).
OR Combination of education and
Experience:
courses equivalent to a major in biological science (i.
e.
, at least 30 semester hours), of which a minimum of 6 semester hours were in aquatic subjects and 12 semester hours were in the animal sciences, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Minimum Qualification GS-14 One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service managing natural resource conservation programs designed to benefit fish and aquatic species.
Qualifying experience includes:
(1) developing, implementing, and coordinating hatchery data collection for the evaluation of hatchery operations and management practices; (2) overseeing administrative functions such as property management, budget and finance, procurement, and safety; (3) conducting a variety of management actions to produce, rear, and release healthy fish for both harvest and population restoration efforts; (4) preparing responses regarding fish and aquatic resource conservation issues to other federal agencies, state, agencies, Tribal organizations, and other interested parties to provide requested information within established guidelines and in conformance with organizational policy; (5) supervising, directing the work of, and/or training staff conducting hatchery rearing, population monitoring, and habitat restoration for cold-water fish.
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 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 Reasonable Accommodation:
The USFWS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
Please visit USAJOBS Help Center Reasonable accommodation policy if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.
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.
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 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.
Ability to perform a full range of supervisory duties (e.
g.
, establish performance goals, conduct performance evaluation/reviews, recognize outstanding performance, conduct disciplinary actions as first or second line supervisor, ensure intra-programmatic teamwork, actively support and implement Equal Opportunity Program, etc.
).
Ability to develop long-range plans and project trends and future needs related to aquatic resources Knowledge of budget preparation, forecasting, allocation estimation and management, and fiscal responsibilities.
Knowledge of fish and aquatic resource management (e.
g.
, fish biology, fish culture, aquatic resource monitoring and evaluation, etc.
).
Ability to inform, negotiate, and achieve consensus regarding technical and often controversial hatchery and aquatic resource management issues.
Knowledge of the biological, social, economic and political issues surrounding fish and aquatic management and hatchery issues.
Skill in negotiating aquatic resource issues with varying audiences in the face of competing interests and priorities.
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 of employment (including MONTH and YEAR) for paid and non-paid work experience Hours worked per week 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.
NOTE:
Your experience needs to address every required qualification.
Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
2.
College Transcripts:
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.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
See Education section above for additional details.
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/12194179.
Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
Applications must be received by 11/27/2023, 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, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office.
Please contact the Human Resources Office via email at email protected .
Agency contact information Human Resources Staffing Division Email email protected Address 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.
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 of employment (including MONTH and YEAR) for paid and non-paid work experience Hours worked per week 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.
NOTE:
Your experience needs to address every required qualification.
Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
2.
College Transcripts:
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.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
See Education section above for additional details.
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.
4 Leavenworth, WA Leavenworth, WA Full-time Full-time $116,393 - $151,308 a year $116,393 - $151,308 a year 3 days ago 3 days ago 3 days ago Duties The Leavenworth Fisheries Complex (Complex) consists of the Leavenworth, Entiat and Winthrop National Fish Hatcheries and the Mid-Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office.
The hatcheries were built to mitigate for fish and habitat loss associated with the Grand Coulee Dam on the Columbia River.
At full capacity, the hatcheries rear approximately 1.
8 million spring Chinook salmon smolts, 400,000 summer Chinook salmon smolts, 1.
2 million Coho salmon smolts, and 200,000 steelhead smolts for direct release into the Icicle Creek and Entiat and Methow rivers.
The Complex has an extensive outreach program that works with friends groups, Federal and State agencies, city governments, Tribes, non-governmental entities, and local school districts.
Outreach events include summer theatre, hiking, skiing, snow shoeing, horseback riding, winter sleigh rides, free fishing days, and the annual Wenatchee River Salmon Festival.
The facilities implement Kids in the Creek and teacher training, support Youth Conservation Corps projects, provide site deployment for fire camps during fire-fighting season, and support Tribal use opportunities.
As a Supervisory Fish Biologist your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
Supervising a Complex consisting of National Fish Hatcheries and a Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office in which the scope and impact of work throughout the Complex has a direct affect on the FAC Program and the Pacific Region.
Providing administrative support such as budget development and implementation, property management, safety, employee performance evaluation, recruitment and hiring, and supporting and implementing the Equal Opportunity Program.
Serving as the principal Complex liaison and policy contact with Tribal groups, NOAA Fisheries, State Fish and Wildlife Agencies, State Departments of Ecology, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.
S.
Army Corps of Engineers (COE), the Bureau of Reclamation, and/or the local community.
Participating on technical and policy level work groups including, but not limited to hatchery reform implementation, wild fish population monitoring, habitat restoration, and fisheries management.
Ensuring that the Complex's programs and activities are based on an integrated approach to fisheries and aquatic conservation that appropriately balances elements of habitat protection and restoration, fish production, and harvest management to meet prescribed management goals.
Overseeing significant fish production programs producing Chinook salmon, steelhead, and coho salmon to meet mitigation, conservation, and/or Tribal Trust obligations.
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.
Supervisory Probationary Period:
Selectees who have not previously completed a supervisory probationary period, will be required to serve a one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period for this position.
Notice of Financial Disclosure Report Requirement:
This position is subject to a financial disclosure requirement and you will be required to complete either OGE Form 278e or OGE Form 450 as applicable within 30 days of your appointment 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 11/27/2023 will be considered.
In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification.
Basic Requirement:
Degree:
major in biological science that included at least 6 semester hours in aquatic subjects such as limnology, ichthyology, fishery biology, aquatic botany, aquatic fauna, oceanography, fish culture, or related courses in the field of fishery biology; and at least 12 semester hours in the animal sciences in such subjects as general zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, entomology, parasitology, ecology, cellular biology, genetics, or research in these fields.
(Excess course work in aquatic subjects may be used to meet this requirement.
).
OR Combination of education and
Experience:
courses equivalent to a major in biological science (i.
e.
, at least 30 semester hours), of which a minimum of 6 semester hours were in aquatic subjects and 12 semester hours were in the animal sciences, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Minimum Qualification GS-14 One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service managing natural resource conservation programs designed to benefit fish and aquatic species.
Qualifying experience includes:
(1) developing, implementing, and coordinating hatchery data collection for the evaluation of hatchery operations and management practices; (2) overseeing administrative functions such as property management, budget and finance, procurement, and safety; (3) conducting a variety of management actions to produce, rear, and release healthy fish for both harvest and population restoration efforts; (4) preparing responses regarding fish and aquatic resource conservation issues to other federal agencies, state, agencies, Tribal organizations, and other interested parties to provide requested information within established guidelines and in conformance with organizational policy; (5) supervising, directing the work of, and/or training staff conducting hatchery rearing, population monitoring, and habitat restoration for cold-water fish.
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 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 Reasonable Accommodation:
The USFWS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
Please visit USAJOBS Help Center Reasonable accommodation policy if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.
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.
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 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.
Ability to perform a full range of supervisory duties (e.
g.
, establish performance goals, conduct performance evaluation/reviews, recognize outstanding performance, conduct disciplinary actions as first or second line supervisor, ensure intra-programmatic teamwork, actively support and implement Equal Opportunity Program, etc.
).
Ability to develop long-range plans and project trends and future needs related to aquatic resources Knowledge of budget preparation, forecasting, allocation estimation and management, and fiscal responsibilities.
Knowledge of fish and aquatic resource management (e.
g.
, fish biology, fish culture, aquatic resource monitoring and evaluation, etc.
).
Ability to inform, negotiate, and achieve consensus regarding technical and often controversial hatchery and aquatic resource management issues.
Knowledge of the biological, social, economic and political issues surrounding fish and aquatic management and hatchery issues.
Skill in negotiating aquatic resource issues with varying audiences in the face of competing interests and priorities.
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 of employment (including MONTH and YEAR) for paid and non-paid work experience Hours worked per week 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.
NOTE:
Your experience needs to address every required qualification.
Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
2.
College Transcripts:
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.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
See Education section above for additional details.
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/12194179.
Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
Applications must be received by 11/27/2023, 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, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office.
Please contact the Human Resources Office via email at email protected .
Agency contact information Human Resources Staffing Division Email email protected Address 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.
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 of employment (including MONTH and YEAR) for paid and non-paid work experience Hours worked per week 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.
NOTE:
Your experience needs to address every required qualification.
Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
2.
College Transcripts:
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.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
See Education section above for additional details.
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.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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