This position is in Region 10, Laboratory Services & Applied Science Division, Environmental Characterization Branch. About Region 10: Region 10 This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis. Partial work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized.

Duties

At the entry level of this position, you will:

Requirements

• EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings.
• You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section.
• Position has education requirements--see Qualifications/Education section.
• 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-12 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-11 level defined as selecting, calibrating, and using of specialized field sampling equipment for water sampling, sediment sampling, and biological monitoring. To qualify for the GS-13 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as understanding of biological communities and assessment techniques and ecologicalrelationships sufficient to plan, conduct, and report technical assessment of the aquatic environment. Your application package will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of advanced theories, concepts, principles, and practices of life science and biology sufficient to serve as a technical authority on National Aquatic Resource Surveys and biological impact assessments. 2. Knowledge of Federal laws, Agency regulations and guidelines pertaining to biology and aquatic ecology practices and uses. 3. Skill in oral communication. 4. Skill in written communication. 5. Knowledge of benthic organisms. 6. Ability to operate multi-parameter field instruments including measurement of dissolved oxygen, conductivity, turbidity, pH, Global Positioning System (GPS), water quality meters and stream gaging meters. 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.

For information about accreditation requirements, visit EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Contacts

• Address Environmental Protection Agency US Environmental Protection Agency Human Resources Office 26 West Martin Luther King Drive, Mail Stop 132 Cincinatti, Ohio 45268 United States
• Name: Lynette Kruger
• Phone: 513-569-7395
• Email: [email protected]