Deadline: Mon, 04/10/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: USDA Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: Hawaii Location Detail: 1 position, Kapalua, Maui, HI 3 positions, Kahului, Maui, HI Job Description: The incumbent will provide technical assistance and conduct wildlife damage management activities in an integrated wildlife damage management (WDM) approach to prevent or reduce economic loss to property and agriculture or to protect human health and safety. Incumbent will be required to be familiar with and to use various devices, tools, firearms, toxicants, pyrotechnics and related equipment used in wildlife damage management. Incumbent will be expected to be able to identify damage from wildlife species as it pertains to airports, and the incumbent will be expected to assist in the implementation of appropriate corrective action, if warranted. The incumbent complies with federal, state, and local regulations and assists airports with compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), Endangered Species Act, Federal Air Regulations, NEPA, and Department of Defense Regulations. Incumbent participates in required training sessions, on-the-job developmental activities and temporary details. Incumbent presents program information and conducts training for various groups, including airport organizations, educational institutions, industry groups, and state extension programs. Incumbent may be required to pass Certified Applicator examination, as required of persons who use restricted-use pesticides. Incumbent must demonstrate a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and equipment. Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: GS-4: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience to perform the work of the position. This experience may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors. Must demonstrate experience in: Experience using lethal and non-lethal animal control techniques Ability to identify various species of animals Experience working within local, state and national rules and regulations as they apply to wildlife policies and procedures Experience with firearms Experience preparing reports regarding activities, observations, events, and other relevant data collected OR Education at the GS-4 For GS-4: Successful completion of 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must be directly related to the position to be filled. GS-5: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE Applicants must have 1-year specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the next lower level in the Federal Service. This experience may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors. Examples of qualifying experience include, but are not limited to: • Use of wildlife damage control techniques, including but not limited to predator, rodent and bird control toxicants, techniques, firearms, traps, and snares. • Prepare reports regarding activities, observations, events, and other relevant data collected. • Inspect and survey areas with the ability to recognize various wildlife. • Meeting and communicating with individuals or groups • Recognize habits, characteristics, and habitats occupied by a variety of wildlife species OR Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree with major study, or at least 24 semester hours, in any combination of scientific or technical courses such as biology, chemistry, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics, with at least 6 semester hours in wildlife. GS-6: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the next lower level in the Federal service. This experience may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors. Examples of qualifying experience include, but are not limited to: • Experience listed in GS-5 level plus: • Experience with using and can provide training on control methods, procedures, technical aspects, and objectives used for wildlife damage control. • Contacting and developing working relationships with various parties, including but not limited to farmers, businesses, landowners, airports, natural resources, pest management, civil engineering, and other federal agencies. OR One year of directly related graduate education (18 semester hours in Wildlife, unless defined differently by the school). OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-4/5/6 GRADE LEVELS: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level. To learn more about combining education and experience for this series. Visit:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedulequalification-standards/#url=AD-TECH OTHER REQUIREMENTS: You must be a US Citizen or US National. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. 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 their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about EVerify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. Successful completion of one-year trial period. Testing Designated Position: Selectee must submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and random testing thereafter. Final appointment and continued employment is conditional on negative results for illegal drug use. Must obtain or have a valid state driver’s license at time of application. Must have a knowledge of and be capable of using: o Working with the public and other cooperating agencies o Communication skills o Electronic equipment (GPS, Trimble, computer) Must demonstrate a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and equipment. In order to perform the essential duties of this position, you must have the legal and physical ability to possess and discharge firearms. You must be able to pass a government background check and meet any additional requirements to carry and use firearms. A background check will include answering questions about where you’ve lived, worked, went to school, and any military history or police records. Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check). Salary: $35,044-$56,814 How to Apply: HOW TO APPLY: Additional materials not listed above (i.e. position descriptions, training certificates, etc.) may not be considered. Applicants who do not submit the required items listed above may not be considered. Applications with all supporting documents must be submitted to the contact office and must be RECEIVED by the CLOSING DATE of this announcement. Reference the job announcement number noted above in the resume or the email. Interested individuals should send a resume, transcripts, veteran documentation (if applicable) to the address listed here: CONTACT OFFICE: Shari Tada, Administrative Support Assistant USDA Wildlife Services 3375 Koapaka St Suite H-420 Honolulu, HI 96819 Shari.Tada@usda.gov 808-838-2843
