Ecologist (Recent Graduate)
(NOTE:
You must attach a copy of your transcripts. Failure to submit transcripts will result in an ineligible rating.) For the GS-05 level:
Ecologist - 0408. Degree:
biology, or a related field of science underlying ecological research that included at least 30 semester hours in basic and applied biological sciences. These hours must have included at least 9 semester hours in ecology, and 12 semester hours in physical and mathematical sciences. OR Combination of education and
Experience:
For the GS-07 level:
you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through federal service. For this position, examples of specialized experience include entry-level or trainee level experience such as:
Superior Academic Achievement in a bachelor's degree curriculum directly related to the work of the position. To qualify for superior academic achievement, you must have ONE of the following:
(1) standing in the upper third of your college class or major subdivision at the time you apply; (2) grade point average of B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent for all courses completed, either (a) at the time of application or (b) during the last 2 years of your undergraduate curriculum; (3) B
(3.5 on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent for all courses completed in a related discipline, either (a) at the time of application or (b) during the last 2 years of your undergraduate curriculum; OR (4) election to membership in one of the national honorary scholastic societies that meets the requirements of the Association of College Honor Society; OR Education Substitute:
1 or more years of graduate level education in a directly related discipline; OR Combination of Education and
Experience:
A combination of graduate-level education and experience, as described above, may be used to qualify for this position. This combination must have equipped you with the necessary knowledge and/or experience to successfully perform the duties of this position. Combinations of experience and education must total at least 100% as outlined in OPM Qualifications policy. In addition to meeting one of the Basic Requirements above, applicants must meet the following Minimum Qualification requirement in order to be considered for this position:
Specialized
Experience:
To qualify for the GS-9 grade level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level or higher, or comparable experience not gained through federal service. For this position, examples of specialized experience include advanced-trainee level experience such as:
Provided assistance to active soil survey area on the development of soil and ecological site mapping concepts, spatial distribution of ecological sites based on soil/climate/landscape features, with an understanding of, and ability to describe the plant community dynamics that occur on each ecological site. Experience identifying plants and conducting resource inventories on forestland, cropland and other wildland in order to escribe logical site(s). GS-11:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as one or more of the following:
Participated in long-term vegetation monitoring or vegetation inventory to collect baseline data to quantitatively evaluate the processes within the system; assisted in the evaluation of ecological conditions in rangelands and/or forested areas to meet the desired objectives of the management plan; incorporated data into the Geographic Information System or similar technology and reviewed proposed projects to determine impacts on rangeland and forest lands and suggested mitigation actions to minimize ecological impacts. Combination of Education and
Experience:
A combination of graduate-level education and experience, as described above, may be used to qualify for this position. This combination must have equipped you with the necessary knowledge and/or experience to successfully perform the duties of this position. Combinations of experience and education must total at least 100% as outlined in OPM Qualifications policy. To view the position's Qualification Requirements of the associated occupational series as outlined in the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, General Schedule Qualifications Standards. See the link below:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=0400-ndx Experience Note:
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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
You must attach a copy of your transcripts. Failure to submit transcripts will result in an ineligible rating.) For the GS-05 level:
Ecologist - 0408. Degree:
biology, or a related field of science underlying ecological research that included at least 30 semester hours in basic and applied biological sciences. These hours must have included at least 9 semester hours in ecology, and 12 semester hours in physical and mathematical sciences. OR Combination of education and
Experience:
For the GS-07 level:
you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through federal service. For this position, examples of specialized experience include entry-level or trainee level experience such as:
Superior Academic Achievement in a bachelor's degree curriculum directly related to the work of the position. To qualify for superior academic achievement, you must have ONE of the following:
(1) standing in the upper third of your college class or major subdivision at the time you apply; (2) grade point average of B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent for all courses completed, either (a) at the time of application or (b) during the last 2 years of your undergraduate curriculum; (3) B
(3.5 on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent for all courses completed in a related discipline, either (a) at the time of application or (b) during the last 2 years of your undergraduate curriculum; OR (4) election to membership in one of the national honorary scholastic societies that meets the requirements of the Association of College Honor Society; OR Education Substitute:
1 or more years of graduate level education in a directly related discipline; OR Combination of Education and
Experience:
A combination of graduate-level education and experience, as described above, may be used to qualify for this position. This combination must have equipped you with the necessary knowledge and/or experience to successfully perform the duties of this position. Combinations of experience and education must total at least 100% as outlined in OPM Qualifications policy. In addition to meeting one of the Basic Requirements above, applicants must meet the following Minimum Qualification requirement in order to be considered for this position:
Specialized
Experience:
To qualify for the GS-9 grade level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level or higher, or comparable experience not gained through federal service. For this position, examples of specialized experience include advanced-trainee level experience such as:
Provided assistance to active soil survey area on the development of soil and ecological site mapping concepts, spatial distribution of ecological sites based on soil/climate/landscape features, with an understanding of, and ability to describe the plant community dynamics that occur on each ecological site. Experience identifying plants and conducting resource inventories on forestland, cropland and other wildland in order to escribe logical site(s). GS-11:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as one or more of the following:
Participated in long-term vegetation monitoring or vegetation inventory to collect baseline data to quantitatively evaluate the processes within the system; assisted in the evaluation of ecological conditions in rangelands and/or forested areas to meet the desired objectives of the management plan; incorporated data into the Geographic Information System or similar technology and reviewed proposed projects to determine impacts on rangeland and forest lands and suggested mitigation actions to minimize ecological impacts. Combination of Education and
Experience:
A combination of graduate-level education and experience, as described above, may be used to qualify for this position. This combination must have equipped you with the necessary knowledge and/or experience to successfully perform the duties of this position. Combinations of experience and education must total at least 100% as outlined in OPM Qualifications policy. To view the position's Qualification Requirements of the associated occupational series as outlined in the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, General Schedule Qualifications Standards. See the link below:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=0400-ndx Experience Note:
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.
- Department:
0408 Ecology - Salary Range:
$34,916 to $68,777 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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