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This Internship position may involve specific administrative task/work assignments and a variety of activities and assignments, and working with technical and professional staff in support of office programs and activities to gain practical work experience.
Learn more about this agency11/29/2023 to 12/13/2023
$16.57 - $16.57 per hour
GS 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Multiple Appointment Types - Internships - Temporary appointment not-to-exceed one year but may be extended each year without further competition, if you continue to meet the eligibility requirements under the Pathways Internship program and funding is available.
Full-time - You may be required to work overtime, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
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MW-1542-MNRR-24-12181827-PA
757749100
The selectee assists in conducting surveys and research on a variety of plants and animals, some of which are exotic or rare, threatened or endangered, and will make field observations of natural resource conditions. Monitor and identify species of the eastern great plains using field guides and dichotomous keys. Ensures adequate quality control of data collected. Records all data collected and provides findings to supervisor or a higher-graded specialist/technician. Provides logistical support and area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists. Capture geospatial data (points, lines, and polygons) using GNSS, complete spatial corrections, and import data into park geodatabases. Operate powered equipment such as lawn mowers, brush cutters, and string trimmers to accomplish exotic plant management goals. Maintain assigned tools and equipment in working order, may include cleaning, sharpening, replacing components, etc. Installs, operates, and maintains resource management equipment (e.g., tools, traps, sampling, monitoring, and photography equipment). Inventories equipment and calibrates equipment as necessary.
This internship involves the incumbent to assist with implementing established natural resource management projects and field research by following instructions and standardized procedures to collect and organize field data. The incumbent will work with technical and professional staff in a wide range of tasks from landscape restoration activities that include invasive species removal, re-introduction and care of native plant species, monitoring threatened and endangered species, and assisting with volunteer groups. Additionally, some office tasks will be required such as data entry, assisting with reports, and summary writing.
To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
You will NOT be considered under Pathways unless you provide supporting information from your school. Documentation may be provided in letter format from your academic advisor, school counselor, admission office, etc. to prove enrollment OR it may be provided in the form of several official documents from your school such as a copy of your official transcripts and a copy of your class schedule for next semester. Copies of documents from your school website are acceptable if they contain all relevant information as listed above. Letters from advisors or other school officials must be on school letterhead.
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.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
If selected, you will be required to sign a Pathways Agreement which specifies the conditions of your employment as we've indicated in this job announcement. You must continue to meet the Pathways Program requirements throughout the duration of your appointment. To verify that you do, we will require proof of your continued enrollment and good standing each semester or grading period throughout your internship. Failure to do so will result in termination of your internship and employment.
Physical Demands: The work is partially sedentary with prolonged standing, walking, and bending often required. Heavy items (e.g., packs and equipment up to 50 pounds) must be lifted and carried on a routine basis.
Working Conditions: The work is performed in an office, laboratory, and in the field. Field work includes exposure to extreme weather conditions and terrain, pesticides, poisonous plants, biting insects, and wild animals. Laboratory work may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and the minimum qualification requirements for this job.
Minimally qualified students will be referred to the supervisor in unranked order by veterans preference status:
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into one of three categories:
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/13/2023:
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.
To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/13/2023. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.
Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/757749100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Department of the Interior (DOI) places a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspectives and encourages applications from all interested eligible candidates. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) are fundamental principles that guide the Department and allow us to successfully achieve our mission.
The Missouri National Recreational River consists of 126 river miles, which is broken into two segments of the Missouri River, the lower 20 miles of Niobrara River, and the lower eight miles of Verdigre Creek. Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) also consists of approximately 1,000 acres of land broken into five distinct properties which includes: three islands, one riverside property, and a scenic overlook. MNRR is a part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System and unit of the National Park Service. Boating to and from the islands and along the river corridors is a recreational draw to the area. Additionally, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing, and scenic vistas along the river corridor and in the NPS areas are recreational highlights. Being on or around the river is a regular activity for the staff of MNRR. The headquarters building and park offices are located in Yankton South Dakota.
POC: Carolyn Campbell, Carolyn_Campbell@nps.gov, 605-665-0209 Ext. 30
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