Student Trainee (Physical Science-Hydrology), GS-1399-07/09
Company Name:
Department Of The Interior
Student/Internship Program Eligibles Internships Full Time Working for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is more than a career. It is a commitment shared by more than 9,000 men and women representing a diverse range of professions, backgrounds, and specialties who are dedicated to conserving, protecting, and enhancing fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats. From the Arctic Ocean to the South Pacific, from the Atlantic to the Caribbean, Service personnel are working hard to ensure future generations will be able to enjoy nature's beauty and bounty.
The salary range given above includes base pay and locality pay, you will also receive a 7.18% cost of living allowance. This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment and gradual decrease.
You too can make a difference in our world. The work of the US Fish and Wildlife Service is meaningful and varied. Want to know more about what it is like to work for us? Click here to watch short podcasts entitled Meet Your New Boss! and Diversity is Our Strength
For additional information about the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service in Alaska, visit: FWS.
This position is located in Togiak National Wildlife Refuge, Dillingham, Alaska. Information about locations within Alaska can be found at: Alaska.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 7 - Alaska is recruiting students to participate in the Department of the Interior Pathways Career/Indefinite Internship Program. The Department of the Interior Internship Program (Pathways) is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school and while getting paid for the work performed. To be eligible, applicants must be students enrolled or accepted for enrollment at least half-time in an accredited educational institution (i.e., high school/college/university/vocational school) and be in good academic standing.
Students who successfully complete the program and meet all applicable internship program requirements may be eligible for conversion to a term or permanent job in the civil service. Please note that eligibility for conversion does not guarantee the intern will be converted.
To be eligible for conversion, interns must: Be a US citizen; complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquires through the Internship program; complete degree or certificate program; meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted; meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement; perform their job successfully; and receive a favorable recommendation for conversion from their supervisor.
Must meet eligibility requirements for the Pathways Internship Program Background Investigation required Requires Pathways Participant Agreement You will be required to carry a firearm in performance of your duties. Be sure to read the How to Apply & Required Documents Sections.
As a Student Trainee (Physical Science-Hydrology), you will:
Determine location of and then maintain automated water quality stations in Arctic and subarctic environments
Calibrate, program, and download data from automated water quality multi-parameter meters
Use automated instruments, published techniques, and agency guidelines to collect hydrologic data in remote areas
Check field measurements and equipment calibration information and enter information into appropriate Excel spreadsheets/databases
Condense collected information into peer reviewed reports, summaries, posters and presentations
For more information on the duties of this position contact the supervisor, Susanna Henry at .
In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the education and experience requirement
For the GS-07 level
Havecompleted one full academic year of graduate-level education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in a field that is closely related to the duties of this position. Examples of such fields of study include physical or natural science or engineering. One year of full-time graduate education (18 semester hours) is considered an academic year of graduate study. Please note: you must provide copies of your unofficial or official transcripts.
OR
Have met the Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) qualification. SAA is defined as: 1) a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for all completed undergraduate courses, or those completed in the last 2 years of undergraduate study; 2) GPA 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for all courses in your major field of study, or those courses in your major completed in the last two years; 3) rank in the upper one-third of your class in the college, university, or major subdivision; OR 4) membership in a national honor society (other than freshman honor societies). Please note: you must provide copies of your unofficial or official transcripts or documentation to support SAA.
For the GS-09 Level
Have completed two years of graduate-level education leading to a master's degree, or a master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field that is closely related to the duties of this position. Examples of such fields of study include physical or natural science or engineering. One year of full-time graduate education (18 semester hours) is considered an academic year of graduate study. Please note: you must provide copies of your unofficial or official transcripts.
This position has a positive education requirement for conversion. The required education must lead to a degree with specialization in or directly related to the field in which the student trainee will participate in the Intern program. The degree of specialization in this field must satisfy, on graduation, the specific requirements in the qualification standard for the position. Prefered degrees may include Physical Science, Natural Science, Engineering, Hydrology, or a subject-matter field directly related to the position.
The term positive education requirement refers to an Office of Personnel management (OPM) determination that the duties of a scientific, technical, or professional position cannot be performed by an individual that does not have the prescribed minimum education. For additional information on the qualification standards for the 1315 series visit the OPM Qualification Standard found at: /
Applicants must meet the experience and/or education requirements, qualifications, and any selective placement factors that have been specified in the announcement by the closing date of this announcement.
All Federal employees must obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation/security clearance.
Direct Deposit is required.
You will be required to safely carry, handle and use firearms for bear defense of self and others. Applicants are ineligible for this position if at ANY time they have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence, unless such conviction was expunged, set aside or the applicant received a pardon.
Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. Your rating will be based on your responses to the Job Specific Questionnaire and the information stated in your resume. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume. If qualified, your score may range from 70-100 points. If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. In addition, interviews may be conducted for this position. The interviews may be conducted on a pass/fail basis or may be scored. The job specific questions relate to the following knowledge, skills and abilities required to do the work of this position
Knowledge of physical science principles in order to complete assigned technical support tasks
Knowledge of how land modification can potentially impact watershed and hydrology
Ability to enter, edit, verify, and retrieve data in a hydrologic database
Ability to communicate effectively to obtain and/or provide information relative to the collection and analysis of hydrologic data
We recommend you use the resume builder in USAJobs.
To begin click the Apply Online button and follow the prompts to register, answer a few questions, and submit all required documents.
To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account and click on Application Status. Click on the position title, and then select Apply Online to continue.
We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you cannot apply online, you may FAX your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documents to . You must print a copy of OPM Form 1203-FX, document your responses to the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire and use the official FAX coversheet found here. For both of these forms the vacancy identification number is: 1187181
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 pm Eastern Time or 7:59 pm Alaska Time on Thursday, November 13, 2014
Who Can I Contact if I Have a Question?
If you have questions about this announcement or the application process, contact Annyn Vanderlooven at or toll free at . Reference the title Student Trainee (Physical Science-Hydrology), GS-1399-07/09 and/or the vacancy announcement number R7-15-1187181-Intern-AV.
In addition to the online application (resume and responses to the questionnaire), you are required to submit the following forms:
Copy of Transcripts (official or unofficial) or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited college/university. If your degree is from a Foreign Institution, See Foreign Education.
Letter from your accredited U.S. educational institution that verifies/reflects: (a) the degree/diploma/certificate program in which you are enrolled; (2) you are enrolled at least half-time (as defined by the educational institution), and (3) your anticipated graduation date. If your degree is from a Foreign Institution, See Foreign Education.
Veterans' Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the level of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be adjudicated (verified) by the employing agency using the documents you provide. If documents supporting veterans' preference are not received, then veterans' preference will not be given.
For 5-point veterans' preference, provide your DD-214 Member 4 Copy (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
For 10-point veterans' preference, submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation.
Hard copy application materials, submitted without prior Human Resources approval, will be considered as an incomplete application. If the required documents are not submitted your application may be considered incomplete.
_NOTE: There is a 10 page limit on each type of document that is faxed; information on excess pages will be lost. There is no limit on the number of pages when submitting online._
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgment email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at: Benefits.
Travel and relocation expenses will be paid in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations and Departmental policy which_ may include a Home Sale Services Contract if the home is eligible._
FWS may use certain incentives, currently offered by the Federal government to attract high quality applicants.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Department Of The Interior
Student/Internship Program Eligibles Internships Full Time Working for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is more than a career. It is a commitment shared by more than 9,000 men and women representing a diverse range of professions, backgrounds, and specialties who are dedicated to conserving, protecting, and enhancing fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats. From the Arctic Ocean to the South Pacific, from the Atlantic to the Caribbean, Service personnel are working hard to ensure future generations will be able to enjoy nature's beauty and bounty.
The salary range given above includes base pay and locality pay, you will also receive a 7.18% cost of living allowance. This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment and gradual decrease.
You too can make a difference in our world. The work of the US Fish and Wildlife Service is meaningful and varied. Want to know more about what it is like to work for us? Click here to watch short podcasts entitled Meet Your New Boss! and Diversity is Our Strength
For additional information about the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service in Alaska, visit: FWS.
This position is located in Togiak National Wildlife Refuge, Dillingham, Alaska. Information about locations within Alaska can be found at: Alaska.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 7 - Alaska is recruiting students to participate in the Department of the Interior Pathways Career/Indefinite Internship Program. The Department of the Interior Internship Program (Pathways) is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school and while getting paid for the work performed. To be eligible, applicants must be students enrolled or accepted for enrollment at least half-time in an accredited educational institution (i.e., high school/college/university/vocational school) and be in good academic standing.
Students who successfully complete the program and meet all applicable internship program requirements may be eligible for conversion to a term or permanent job in the civil service. Please note that eligibility for conversion does not guarantee the intern will be converted.
To be eligible for conversion, interns must: Be a US citizen; complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquires through the Internship program; complete degree or certificate program; meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted; meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement; perform their job successfully; and receive a favorable recommendation for conversion from their supervisor.
Must meet eligibility requirements for the Pathways Internship Program Background Investigation required Requires Pathways Participant Agreement You will be required to carry a firearm in performance of your duties. Be sure to read the How to Apply & Required Documents Sections.
As a Student Trainee (Physical Science-Hydrology), you will:
Determine location of and then maintain automated water quality stations in Arctic and subarctic environments
Calibrate, program, and download data from automated water quality multi-parameter meters
Use automated instruments, published techniques, and agency guidelines to collect hydrologic data in remote areas
Check field measurements and equipment calibration information and enter information into appropriate Excel spreadsheets/databases
Condense collected information into peer reviewed reports, summaries, posters and presentations
For more information on the duties of this position contact the supervisor, Susanna Henry at .
In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the education and experience requirement
For the GS-07 level
Havecompleted one full academic year of graduate-level education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in a field that is closely related to the duties of this position. Examples of such fields of study include physical or natural science or engineering. One year of full-time graduate education (18 semester hours) is considered an academic year of graduate study. Please note: you must provide copies of your unofficial or official transcripts.
OR
Have met the Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) qualification. SAA is defined as: 1) a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for all completed undergraduate courses, or those completed in the last 2 years of undergraduate study; 2) GPA 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for all courses in your major field of study, or those courses in your major completed in the last two years; 3) rank in the upper one-third of your class in the college, university, or major subdivision; OR 4) membership in a national honor society (other than freshman honor societies). Please note: you must provide copies of your unofficial or official transcripts or documentation to support SAA.
For the GS-09 Level
Have completed two years of graduate-level education leading to a master's degree, or a master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field that is closely related to the duties of this position. Examples of such fields of study include physical or natural science or engineering. One year of full-time graduate education (18 semester hours) is considered an academic year of graduate study. Please note: you must provide copies of your unofficial or official transcripts.
This position has a positive education requirement for conversion. The required education must lead to a degree with specialization in or directly related to the field in which the student trainee will participate in the Intern program. The degree of specialization in this field must satisfy, on graduation, the specific requirements in the qualification standard for the position. Prefered degrees may include Physical Science, Natural Science, Engineering, Hydrology, or a subject-matter field directly related to the position.
The term positive education requirement refers to an Office of Personnel management (OPM) determination that the duties of a scientific, technical, or professional position cannot be performed by an individual that does not have the prescribed minimum education. For additional information on the qualification standards for the 1315 series visit the OPM Qualification Standard found at: /
Applicants must meet the experience and/or education requirements, qualifications, and any selective placement factors that have been specified in the announcement by the closing date of this announcement.
All Federal employees must obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation/security clearance.
Direct Deposit is required.
You will be required to safely carry, handle and use firearms for bear defense of self and others. Applicants are ineligible for this position if at ANY time they have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence, unless such conviction was expunged, set aside or the applicant received a pardon.
Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. Your rating will be based on your responses to the Job Specific Questionnaire and the information stated in your resume. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume. If qualified, your score may range from 70-100 points. If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. In addition, interviews may be conducted for this position. The interviews may be conducted on a pass/fail basis or may be scored. The job specific questions relate to the following knowledge, skills and abilities required to do the work of this position
Knowledge of physical science principles in order to complete assigned technical support tasks
Knowledge of how land modification can potentially impact watershed and hydrology
Ability to enter, edit, verify, and retrieve data in a hydrologic database
Ability to communicate effectively to obtain and/or provide information relative to the collection and analysis of hydrologic data
We recommend you use the resume builder in USAJobs.
To begin click the Apply Online button and follow the prompts to register, answer a few questions, and submit all required documents.
To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account and click on Application Status. Click on the position title, and then select Apply Online to continue.
We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you cannot apply online, you may FAX your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documents to . You must print a copy of OPM Form 1203-FX, document your responses to the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire and use the official FAX coversheet found here. For both of these forms the vacancy identification number is: 1187181
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 pm Eastern Time or 7:59 pm Alaska Time on Thursday, November 13, 2014
Who Can I Contact if I Have a Question?
If you have questions about this announcement or the application process, contact Annyn Vanderlooven at or toll free at . Reference the title Student Trainee (Physical Science-Hydrology), GS-1399-07/09 and/or the vacancy announcement number R7-15-1187181-Intern-AV.
In addition to the online application (resume and responses to the questionnaire), you are required to submit the following forms:
Copy of Transcripts (official or unofficial) or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited college/university. If your degree is from a Foreign Institution, See Foreign Education.
Letter from your accredited U.S. educational institution that verifies/reflects: (a) the degree/diploma/certificate program in which you are enrolled; (2) you are enrolled at least half-time (as defined by the educational institution), and (3) your anticipated graduation date. If your degree is from a Foreign Institution, See Foreign Education.
Veterans' Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the level of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be adjudicated (verified) by the employing agency using the documents you provide. If documents supporting veterans' preference are not received, then veterans' preference will not be given.
For 5-point veterans' preference, provide your DD-214 Member 4 Copy (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
For 10-point veterans' preference, submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation.
Hard copy application materials, submitted without prior Human Resources approval, will be considered as an incomplete application. If the required documents are not submitted your application may be considered incomplete.
_NOTE: There is a 10 page limit on each type of document that is faxed; information on excess pages will be lost. There is no limit on the number of pages when submitting online._
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgment email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at: Benefits.
Travel and relocation expenses will be paid in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations and Departmental policy which_ may include a Home Sale Services Contract if the home is eligible._
FWS may use certain incentives, currently offered by the Federal government to attract high quality applicants.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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