Job opening: Life Scientist/Physical Scientist
Salary: $76 990 - 119 964 per year
Published at: Aug 11 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
This position is in Region 5, Great Lake National Program Office, Great Lake Remediation and Restoration Branch, Science, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Section. About Region 5: Region 5 Website
This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.*Work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized as described in the Benefits section.
Duties
At the entry level of this position, you will:
Requirements
- Position has education requirements--see Qualifications/Education section.
- You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section.
- EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings.
- You must be a U.S. citizen.
Qualifications
In addition to the educational requirements, we are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below:
To qualify for the GS-11 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-09 level defined as experience in developing, planning and implementing Great Lakes environmental data collection efforts; compiling, analyzing, and evaluating environmental data and information generated as part of the data collection efforts; preparing technical reports, presentations, and publications; serving as a scientist on research vessels or field teams; and coordinating or collaborating with multiple agencies and partners (e.g., tribes, states, federal agencies, local governments, universities, etc.) to assess the physical, chemical, and biological health of the Great Lakes ecosystem.- OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in the academic discipline as described below- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
To qualify for the GS-12 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-11 level defined as experience in developing, planning and implementing Great Lakes environmental data collection efforts; compiling, analyzing, and evaluating environmental data and information generated as part of the data collection efforts; preparing technical reports, presentations, and publications; serving as a scientist on research vessels or field teams; and coordinating or collaborating with multiple agencies and partners (e.g., tribes, states, federal agencies, local governments, universities, etc.) to assess the physical, chemical, and biological health of the Great Lakes ecosystem
Your application package will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices of one or more of the following (environmental or general engineering and/or the biological, geological, environment, and/or physical sciences) to plan, coordinate, manage and oversee monitoring and evaluation of projects and related activities
Knowledge of the Great Lakes National Program Office (GLNPO) monitoring and assessment programs to provide expertise in the development and implementation.
Skill in oral communication
Skill in written communication
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.
If you have part-time work experience, read this: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
Education
You need a degree or combination of education and experience as described below to qualify for this position.
A bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in:
0401 - General Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences Series:
A. Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. -OR-
B. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
1301 - General Physical Science Series:
A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. -OR-
B. Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
For information about accreditation requirements, visit EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
Display Default Education Requirement Text: Yes
Other Information:
This position is in the bargaining unit.
Are you a Displaced Federal Employee? If so, please read the Required Documents section and visit the EPA website for additional information: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at EPA. Our excellence can only be fully realized by staff who share our commitment to these values. Successful candidates are committed to advancing equity and inclusion in the Agency’s workplace and mission. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstance. At EPA, diversity is a vital element in bringing a balance of perspectives to bear on every challenge we face. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce because we know that the individual strengths and abilities of our employees make us a stronger organization. The more inclusive our employee base is, the greater the variety of ideas that are generated, and the more representative we are of the nation we serve. To learn more about how EPA values and supports our diverse workforce, visit Equal Opportunity Employment at EPA.
EPA participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees. For additional information: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.
If you are selected, travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid by EPA. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting to work in this position will be your responsibility.
Except in special circumstances, those new to the federal government will be hired at the starting salary (step 1) of the applicable grade range listed in the Overview section.
Contacts
- Address Environmental Protection Agency
US Environmental Protection Agency
Human Resources Office
26 West Martin Luther King Drive, Mail Stop N-132
Cincinnati, Ohio 45268
United States
- Name: Tera Johnson
- Phone: 516-569-7651
- Email: [email protected]
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