Biological Scientist (environmental)

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Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is: As an advanced trainee Biological Scientist (Environmental) performs duties which are designed to progress the employee in the application of academic theories and principles to environmental assignments.
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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates
  
  11/08/2021 to 11/07/2022
• Salary
  
  $43,683 - $79,323 per year
• Pay scale & grade
  
  GS 7 - 9
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  Locations
  
  • Gunter AFB, AL few vacancies
  • Edwards AFB, CA few vacancies
  • Los Angeles, CA few vacancies
  • Vandenberg AFB, CA few vacancies
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  • Cheyenne Mountain AFB, CO few vacancies
  • Peterson AFB, CO few vacancies
  • Schriever AFB, CO few vacancies
  • Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC few vacancies
  • Eglin AFB, FL few vacancies
  • Hurlburt Field, FL few vacancies
  • MacDill AFB, FL few vacancies
  • Patrick AFB, FL few vacancies
  • Tyndall AFB, FL few vacancies
  • Robins AFB, GA few vacancies
  • Barksdale AFB, LA few vacancies
  • Hanscom AFB, MA few vacancies
  • Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD few vacancies
  • Andrews AFB, MD few vacancies
  • White Oak, MD few vacancies
  • Offutt AFB, NE few vacancies
  • Holloman AFB, NM few vacancies
  • Kirtland AFB, NM few vacancies
  • Nellis AFB, NV few vacancies
  • Rome, NY few vacancies
  • Heath, OH few vacancies
  • Wright-Patterson AFB, OH few vacancies
  • Tinker AFB, OK few vacancies
  • Arnold AFB, TN few vacancies
  • Fort Sam Houston, TX few vacancies
  • Lackland AFB, TX few vacancies
  • Randolph AFB, TX few vacancies
  • Hill AFB, UT few vacancies
  • Dahlgren, VA few vacancies
  • Pentagon, Arlington, VA few vacancies
  • Fairchild AFB, WA few vacancies
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA few vacancies
  • Warren AFB, WY few vacancies
• Telework eligible
  
  No
• Travel Required
  
  Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
• Relocation expenses reimbursed
  
  No
• Appointment type
  
  Permanent
• Work schedule
  
  Full-time
• Service
  
  Competitive
• Promotion potential
  
  12
• Job family (Series)
  
  0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences
• Supervisory status
  
  No
• Security clearance
  
  Secret
• Drug test
  
  No
• Position sensitivity and risk
  
  Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
• Trust determination process
  
  Suitability/Fitness
• Announcement number
  
  K-22-DHA--07-09-BJM
• Control number
  
  

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

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This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

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Duties

• Uses prescribed methods to perform specific, and limited work assignments that are normally minor phases of a broader assignment of a higher-grade professional (e.g., engineer, biologist, or physical scientist).
• Assists in coordinating projects with engineers, biological scientists, physical scientists, and community planners.
• Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• A security clearance may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Mobility-you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training.
• You will be required to serve a two year probationary period
• Successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan
• Must meet suitability for Federal employment

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

1. Degree: Biological sciences, agriculture, natural resources management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position
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2. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
To qualify for a GS-07: Completion of 1 full year of graduate level education, or bachelor's degree with Superior academic Achievement as provided in the "General Policies and Instructions" for Qualifications Standards Operating Manual, or 5 academic years of pre-professional study, or 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-5.

To qualify for a GS-09: 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., if related.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05/07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the biological sciences (environmental) concepts and principles and standard practices, methods, and techniques to perform, following specific instructions, routine projects or minor phases of a larger and more complex project.

To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience, click on the following link:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Professional knowledge of the biological sciences (environmental) concepts and principles and standard practices, methods, and techniques to perform, following specific instructions, routine projects or minor phases of a larger and more complex project.
2. Knowledge to study environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned projects (See Environmental Program Checklist).
3. Basic knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and other guidance to make recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices.
4. Ability to search technical reports, manufacturers' catalogs, and other guidelines to obtain information.
5. Ability to work cooperatively as a team member in the design of environmental systems.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

You must have completed a 4 year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in one of the following:

a) Class Standing - upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision;

b) Grade Point Average - 2..... click apply for full job details