This position is located within a National Forest. The primary purpose of this position is to perform as a technician to forestry research scientists at one of the several field or laboratory facilities.

Duties

Independently performs technical duties in support of professional scientists, conducting research projects in one or another of the fields of timber, recreation, wildlife, watershed, forest management or forest fire research. Sets up laboratory equipment for making a variety of scientific measurements and observations of sample materials gathered from experimental field plots. Analyzes experimental data gathered in the lab by performing statistical manipulations on the data leading to basic conclusions and inferences, and accurately summarizes data. Locates study areas and study plots in the field according to requirements of a study plan or instructions of supervisor. Sets up standard equipment for performing a variety of field studies, compiles data from field and laboratory observations, analyzes data and completes and documents data sheets. Observes, measures and records a variety of scientific phenomena that affect forest, range, or watershed conditions. Gathers data on temperature, humidity, soil characteristics, precipitation, growth and mortality, cover types, species diameters, height and age of trees, shrub and ground cover vegetation characteristics, and amount and type of recreational use. Operates scientific or precision instruments, calculating machines, and laboratory apparatus as required. Assists in developing and adapting sensing and recording instrumentation and in establishing and calibrating instruments for specific experiments. Maintains and makes minor modifications to sensing and recording instruments. Uses computers, calculators, recorders and other equipment to assist in compiling and reducing data from laboratory and/or field studies.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Direct Deposit Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choosing.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-Verify.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. GS-06: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-5). GS-06 there is no substitution of education for this position. Examples of specialized experience include: Performing technical duties in support of professional scientists conducting research projects in one or another of the fields of timber, recreation, wildlife, watershed, forest management, or forest fire research. Observing measuring and recording a variety of scientific phenomena that affect forest, range, or watershed conditions. Assisting in developing and adapting sensing and recording instrumentation and in establishing and calibrating instruments for specific experiments. 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. To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Contacts

• Address USDA Forest Service HRM Contact Center DO NOT MAIL IN APPLICATIONS, SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT Albuquerque, NM 87109 US
• Name: HRM Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-372-7248 X2
• Email: [email protected]