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The purpose of the position is to perform routine and uncomplicated biological science tasks common to natural resource management. Work may involve substantial elements of the work of the professional field but requires less than full knowledge of the field involved. This position is intended to report to a specialist or resources manager in the same or a related field.
This is a Temporary appointment not-to-exceed 1039 hours.
03/24/2025 to 03/31/2025
$19.33 - $19.33 per hour
GS 5
No
No
Not required
No
Temporary - not-to-exceed 1039 hours
Full-time - You may be required to work weekends and overtime
Competitive
None
No
No
MW-1542-MWWO-25-12709975-DE
834055000
HOSP:
The purpose of the position is to perform routine and uncomplicated biological science tasks common to natural resource management. On-the-job training will be provided. Work is office, lab, and field-based, and may be physically strenuous. The ability to carry up to 50 pounds of gear over uneven terrain for prolonged periods/distances is essential to the successful completion of some field activities. Environmental hazards of field work at the park include extreme heat and humidity, sun burn, biting insects, venomous snakes, poisonous plants, and allergens such as mold and pollen. Floods and other extreme weather events have historically occurred in the area. Field and laboratory work may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals. Environmental hazards of office work may include slips and trips, poor workstation ergonomics/posture, eye strain, and noise.
Following instructions and standardized procedures, the incumbent:
-Implements established natural resource management projects. Collects and organizes field data. Ensures adequate quality control of data collected. Performs routine and recurring testing of collected samples. Records all data collected and provides preliminary assessment and classification of the information.
-Makes field observations of natural resource conditions. Provides results to higher-level specialists for analysis. Assists in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines, including literature research, descriptions of methods, preparation of graphs and charts, and summaries of findings. Provides logistical support and area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists.
-Installs, operates, and maintains resource management equipment (e.g., tools, traps, and sampling, monitoring, photographic, and laboratory equipment). Inventories equipment, evaluates quality assurance compliance, and calibrates equipment as necessary. Utilizes a variety of computer programs to compile, reduce, store, retrieve, and report data and other resource management information, including natural science research and long-term monitoring projects.
- Maintains and organizes computer databases. Provides advice, assistance, and training to students, student conservation assistants, and volunteers involved in resource management projects and field research. Provides information to other employees and visitors about the natural resource management program May develop and present natural resource-related interpretive programs to the public.
Hot Springs National Park is seeking highly qualified candidates for a seasonal Biological Science Technician position. This position is a full-time, , and the tour of duty may include working occasional weekends, federal holidays, and/or early morning and late night hours. Government housing is not available.
HOSP Point of contact is Tom Hill, tom_hill@nps.gov, 501-620-6757
JECA:
The selectee(s) will implement the park's Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program; coordinating the day-to-day activities of identification, mapping, and removal of invasive weeds using mechanical, chemical, and biological controls; ensuring adequate quality control of collected data; evaluating observed conditions and making preliminary determinations on the cause of the problems; solving logistical or operational problems within the scope of incumbent's knowledge and authority; and assisting in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines. The work also includes vegetation monitoring, and revegetation activities as needed.
Field work involves hiking long distances over uneven terrain, in a wide variety of weather conditions. Collects field data using Global Positioning System (GPS) technology, using ArcGIS Pro and other computer programs to track exotic plant control progress, and writes reports. Works with interns and volunteer groups, providing them with advice, assistance, and training on exotic plant treatment techniques. Properly operates resource management equipment, e.g., tools, monitoring, and photographic equipment. Selectee may also assist with a variety of other established natural resource management projects as needed.
Jewel Cave National Monument is located in the southern Black Hills of southwestern South Dakota. It lies approximately 13 miles west of Custer, SD and 24 miles east of Newcastle, WY. It is most noted for its significant underground resources, as well as being recognized as the third longest cave in the world with over 200 miles of mapped and surveyed passages. Its surface features showcase a forested landscape, interspersed with open meadows and wildland fire scars. Limited shopping and medical facilities are available in the nearby gateway communities; however, full service amenities are available in Rapid City, SD, which is located around 50 miles northeast of Custer. Climates range from below freezing in the winter season to mid-90s during the summer months.
JECA Point of contact is Mike Wiles mike_wiles@nps.gov, 605-673-8308
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.
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.
A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Non-Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non-competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of Temporary NTE less than 1040 hours anywhere in the National Park Service (NPS) within their established service year. Accordingly, non-competitive rehire eligibility allows for re-appointment to the same position or another position appropriate for temporary appointment with the same qualification requirements (5 CFR 316.402[b][7]), based on series and grade, anywhere in the major subdivision (NPS).
If you have held a temporary seasonal appointment in the past 12 months and have already worked the maximum temporary appointment less than 1040 hours during that period, you are still welcome to apply. However, please be aware that exceeding the limit of 1040 hours in your established service year will result in the loss of your non-competitive rehire eligibility.
The limit can be exceeded by working multiple temporary seasonal positions that result in a combined total greater than 1040 hours. The limit also can be exceeded by working a single temporary seasonal appointment that exceeds 1040 hours, unless granted an exception by OPM.
Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels, project needs, employee performance, or other considerations.
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.You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the additional assessments required for this position. 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 03/31/2025:
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 03/31/2025. You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation.
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