U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Natural Resources Specialist (Energy Program)
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
This position is a Natural Resources Specialist (Energy Program), GS-0401-12 working for the R9-Branch of Wildlife Resources.The location will be negotiable after a selection has been made. This is not a remote position.
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This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agencyThis position will be filled under the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority and is open to all United States citizens and U.S. nationals. Veteran's preference and traditional rating and ranking of applications do not apply. All qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration for this position.
DutiesThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist for our HQ Energy Program where you will play a crucial role in restoring lands impacted by energy development throughout the National Wildlife Refuge System. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the conservation and protection of our nation's natural resources.
As a Natural Resources Specialist (Energy Program) your duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Lead field investigations on refuges throughout the country to assess and document the impacts of oil and gas activities on refuge lands as part of the Service's national orphan well program.
Utilize ArcGIS and Excel for research, field data collection, map creation, and management of geospatial information.
Participate in developing and implementing plans for reclamation and habitat restoration.
Build and maintain relationships with refuge staff, regulatory agencies, and external partners to coordinate projects and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best management practices.
Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
RequirementsConditions of Employment
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Resume (See "Required Documents"). Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is provided on resume.
Eligibility and Supporting documents - You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to AND submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section.
Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
Driver’s License: Selectees may be required to possess and maintain a valid State driver's license at all times during their tenure.
Probationary Period: Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.
QualificationsOnly experience and education obtained by 09/12/2024 will be considered.
In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualifications.
Basic Requirement:A. I possess a bachelor's or higher degree in the biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. NOTE: Transcripts required.ORB. I possess a combination of education and experience that includes courses equivalent to a major in the biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position, PLUS appropriate experience or additional education. The quality of the combination of education and experience must be sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform work in the occupation, and is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study with a major in the appropriate field. NOTE: Transcripts required and your resume must contain sufficient detail at this level of work, e.g., begin/end dates, hours worked per week, duties performed, etc. for each timeframe for consideration.
Minimum Qualification GS-12I possess one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of qualifying experience may include: 1) conducting inspections and assessments of proposed and existing hazardous materials or sites on refuge lands; 2) searching and managing historical and geospatial records related to past activities on refuge lands; 3) coordinating activities with other agencies and organizations and applying technical and scientific knowledge to develop and implement surface protection and habitat restoration goals; 4) applying knowledge of agency regulations and ESA and NEPA compliance to development and restoration activities on refuge lands. NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient detail of this level of work, e.g., begin/end dates, hours worked per week, duties performed, etc. for each timeframe for consideration.
A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirementExperience 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.
EducationPROOF OF EDUCATION: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name.
If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts.
PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.
GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov)
Additional information
Duty Station: The salary will be based upon duty station and locality pay once selected. Locality tables may be found at:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2024/general-schedulePlease Note: If selected, you may be placed at a regional office, field office, current duty station, or other DOI-owned or leased worksite at the discretion of management. Additional questions regarding placement should be reserved for the interview process.
PCS INFORMATION:No PCS entitlements authorized.
Telework:This position is suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.
Additional Vacancies:
One or more positions may be filled from applications received under this announcement in the advertised office or other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service offices in the local commuting area.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy. CTAP or ICTAP applicants must be determined to be well-qualified for this position in order to receive special selection priority. To be well-qualified, a CTAP or ICTAP applicant must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least 85 on the questionnaire. For more information visit: OPM's Employee Guide to Career Transition
Reasonable Accommodation:
The USFWS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Please visit
USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy
if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.
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Learn more about this agency
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agencyThis position will be filled under the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority and is open to all United States citizens and U.S. nationals. Veteran's preference and traditional rating and ranking of applications do not apply. All qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration for this position.
DutiesThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist for our HQ Energy Program where you will play a crucial role in restoring lands impacted by energy development throughout the National Wildlife Refuge System. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the conservation and protection of our nation's natural resources.
As a Natural Resources Specialist (Energy Program) your duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Lead field investigations on refuges throughout the country to assess and document the impacts of oil and gas activities on refuge lands as part of the Service's national orphan well program.
Utilize ArcGIS and Excel for research, field data collection, map creation, and management of geospatial information.
Participate in developing and implementing plans for reclamation and habitat restoration.
Build and maintain relationships with refuge staff, regulatory agencies, and external partners to coordinate projects and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best management practices.
Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
RequirementsConditions of Employment
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Resume (See "Required Documents"). Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is provided on resume.
Eligibility and Supporting documents - You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to AND submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section.
Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
Driver’s License: Selectees may be required to possess and maintain a valid State driver's license at all times during their tenure.
Probationary Period: Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.
QualificationsOnly experience and education obtained by 09/12/2024 will be considered.
In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualifications.
Basic Requirement:A. I possess a bachelor's or higher degree in the biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. NOTE: Transcripts required.ORB. I possess a combination of education and experience that includes courses equivalent to a major in the biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position, PLUS appropriate experience or additional education. The quality of the combination of education and experience must be sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform work in the occupation, and is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study with a major in the appropriate field. NOTE: Transcripts required and your resume must contain sufficient detail at this level of work, e.g., begin/end dates, hours worked per week, duties performed, etc. for each timeframe for consideration.
Minimum Qualification GS-12I possess one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of qualifying experience may include: 1) conducting inspections and assessments of proposed and existing hazardous materials or sites on refuge lands; 2) searching and managing historical and geospatial records related to past activities on refuge lands; 3) coordinating activities with other agencies and organizations and applying technical and scientific knowledge to develop and implement surface protection and habitat restoration goals; 4) applying knowledge of agency regulations and ESA and NEPA compliance to development and restoration activities on refuge lands. NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient detail of this level of work, e.g., begin/end dates, hours worked per week, duties performed, etc. for each timeframe for consideration.
A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirementExperience 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.
EducationPROOF OF EDUCATION: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name.
If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts.
PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.
GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov)
Additional information
Duty Station: The salary will be based upon duty station and locality pay once selected. Locality tables may be found at:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2024/general-schedulePlease Note: If selected, you may be placed at a regional office, field office, current duty station, or other DOI-owned or leased worksite at the discretion of management. Additional questions regarding placement should be reserved for the interview process.
PCS INFORMATION:No PCS entitlements authorized.
Telework:This position is suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.
Additional Vacancies:
One or more positions may be filled from applications received under this announcement in the advertised office or other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service offices in the local commuting area.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy. CTAP or ICTAP applicants must be determined to be well-qualified for this position in order to receive special selection priority. To be well-qualified, a CTAP or ICTAP applicant must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least 85 on the questionnaire. For more information visit: OPM's Employee Guide to Career Transition
Reasonable Accommodation:
The USFWS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Please visit
USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy
if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.
Read more
#J-18808-Ljbffr