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NRS/Physical Scientist (Aquatics)

$96,148 a year
Bureau of Land Management
Sacramento Full-day Full-time

Description:

This position is located within the Bureau of Land Management, California State Office in Sacramento, CA.

Sacramento is a prime location that provides easy access to an array of recreational destinations. Skiing, hiking, camping, or the stunning coastline are a short drive away. The region has a mix of urban conveniences and natural beauty. For more information about the area visit City of Sacramento

We expect to fill 1 vacancy. Additional positions may be filled if they become available.

Requirements:

This position has an individual occupational requirement (IOR) that must be met to be considered. Please read the Education section to ensure you meet these requirements.

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.

You must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples:

To qualify for the GS-12, in addition to the IOR, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11. Examples of specialized experience may include: work at the Field or District Office level (or equivalent) in one or more of the following programs: hydrology, fisheries management or fish biology, hydrogeology; riparian management, riparian restoration, or other related fields. Experience that includes project level budgeting or acquiring non-appropriated (grants or outside) funding. Experience in Aquatic system restoration, hydrologic (surface or groundwater) modeling, fisheries consultation. Participating in NEPA planning at a complex EA level. Identifying emerging issues and developing potential solutions. Maintaining an existing data management system. Serving as a trainer for individuals within an aquatic program area.

To qualify for the GS-13, in addition to the IOR, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12. Examples of specialized experience may include: Work at the District, Region, or State level (or equivalent) in one or more of the following programs: hydrology, fisheries management or fish biology, hydrogeology; riparian management, riparian restoration, or other related fields. District program level budget experience including budget development, tracking, and execution. Working as a key staff member for an EIS team. Negotiating with partners to resolve complex issues. Teaching or training groups of professionals on various aspects of an aquatics program as a technical expert. Published papers in peer reviewed journals.

Education may not be substituted for specialized experience.

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.

You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade requirement in accordance with 5 CFR 300.604. If you are a current Federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level.

Physical Demands: Work is sedentary but may require some field work. Field work may consist of physical exertion when walking, climbing, or carrying equipment though rugged terrain or harsh environmental and weather conditions.

Work Environment: Most work is performed in an office setting. Field work may vary and depending on season, may experience extreme temperatures, a variety of landscape such as desert or mountains with steep and rugged terrain. Travel to remote areas on foot or vehicle, including off road/all terrain vehicles, under a variety of climatic conditions and elevations. Other travel may include by vehicle, or commercial or government aircraft.
Mar 27, 2024;   from: usajobs.gov

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