This position is a Program Support Specialist, GS- 0301-12 working in Portland, Oregon for the R1-Pacific Islands Fish and Wildlife Office. Location-Honolulu, Hawaii This position is also open to status candidates under announcement R1-23-12056997-CB-MP. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods.

Duties

As a Program Support Specialist your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with Native Hawaiian organizations, and indigenous Pacific Islander organizations, committees, etc., relative to pertinent Service programs, projects, initiatives, etc., as they interact with Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander interests. Serves as Pacific Island Fish and Wildlife Office's (PIFWO) primary liaison with the indigenous cultures of Hawai'i, Guam, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands. Applying an Indigenous lens to creating or analyzing data and information-indigenizing the ways information is being collected, analyzed, used, and shared. Works closely with Native Hawaiians and indigenous Pacific Islanders to facilitate collaboration and open communication between indigenous Pacific Islander groups and the Service, and to provide technical assistance as needed. Exercises sound judgment in recognizing and treating sensitive issues of local community, regional and national concern. Keeps key management officials informed of sensitive and/or potentially controversial program issues and problems.

Requirements

• 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 Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.

Qualifications

Only experience and education obtained by 08/09/2023 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess the Minimum Qualification. Minimum Qualification [GS-12] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-11 in the Federal service. Experience must include: Facilitating consultation and communication between indigenous organizations, committees, etc., (or similar) to support the inclusion of Indigenous and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (ITEK) alongside Western Scientific data and research; Developing and carrying out implementation guidance and plans for ITEK inclusion in decision making processes; Lead the development of natural and/or cultural resource conservation plans; and Recognize sensitive issues of tribal, regional, and national concern and keep key management officials informed of sensitive and/or potentially controversial issues or concerns. 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.

Education

No education requirement for this series.

Additional Information on how you will be evaluated:
CUT SCORE: The assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment.

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. The category ratings for this position are: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified

The category rating process protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).

Contacts

• Address Division of Human Resources Division of Human Resources Eastside Federal Complex 911 NE Eleventh Avenue Portland, OR 97232 US
• Name: Human Resources Staffing Division
• Phone: 833-512-0482
• Email: [email protected]