This position is a Program Support Specialist, GS- 0301-12 working for the R1- Pacific Islands Fish and Wildlife Office. Location- Honolulu, Hawaii This position is also open to the public under announcement R1-23-12057013-CB-DE. 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.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
• 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.

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; Leading the development of natural and/or cultural resource conservation plans; and Recognizing sensitive issues of tribal, regional, and national concern and keeping 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. 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

Education

No education requirement for this series.

Additional Information if requesting Reasonable Accommodation:

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire

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]