Fish and Wildlife Administrator

Only experience and education obtained by 10/16/2024 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification. Basic Requirement: Possess a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR Possess four years of experience that demonstrates that I acquired the knowledge and understanding of one or more of the biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, or related disciplines equivalent to that which would have been acquired through completion of a 4-year course of study as described in A above; OR Possess a combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, or at least 30 semester hours in courses, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education Minimum Qualification [GS-15] Possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience includes: (1) Directing policy and staff functions; (2) Developing short and long-range plans; (3) Formulating and implementing policies, standards and procedures for a regional or national natural resources program including augmentation or recovery of imperiled species; (4) Supervising staff work on programmatic issues regarding natural resources; and (5) Advising management concerning controversial and complex issues affecting natural resources. NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient information in these areas to be found qualified. 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. Time In Grade Requirement: Applicants must meet both eligibility and qualification requirements for the position of interest by the closing date of the JOA. Specifically, i. Area of Consideration. ii. Time-in-grade (TIG) requirements as specified in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. iii. Time after competitive appointment as specified in 5 CFR 330.502. iv. Qualification requirements outlined in OPM’s Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions or for Federal Wage System (FWS), wage grade positions, applicants are evaluated using the OPM Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations and the job element examining method Your SF-50 will be used to confirm you meet all requirements
This vacancy is for (3) Fish and Wildlife Administrators, GS-0480-15. Location Negotiable Options: Region 1 Assistant Regional Director – Fisheries. Locations available: Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA Region 4 Assistant Regional Director – Fisheries. Locations available: Atlanta, GA; Athens, GA; Hillsboro, GA; and Warm Springs, GA Region 8 Assistant Regional Director – Fish and Aquatic: Location negotiable within Region (California, Nevada, and Klamath Basin, OR)