Deadline: Mon, 09/09/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: USDA Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: South Carolina Location Detail: McEntire Joint National Guard Base, Eastover, SC Job Description: SUMMARY: Primary tasks will be monitoring wildlife behavior and evaluate hazards posed by migratory birds and other wildlife on an airport environment. Wildlife damage management activities will use an integrated pest management (IPM) approach including lethal and nonlethal control options. DUTIES: Responsible for organizing and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement. Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs. Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices. Correctly identifies current, and forecasts future, damage problems and relates them to the damage- causing species. Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual situations. Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations. Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program. May independently negotiate small cooperative service field agreements. Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events. Assists others in preparing and submitting routine and special reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, events. Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies. Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and oversight by supervisor. Demonstrates a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices and materials, and equipment. Performs other duties, as required. Qualifications: WHO MAY APPLY: Must be a U.S. Citizen Must be 18 years old If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, civil service Employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions (proof of registration and/or exemption required). Website: http://www.sss.gov. MINIMUM ELIGIBLITY REQUIREMENTS: To qualify, applicants MUST meet all minimum qualification requirements, except Medical Requirements, by the closing date of the announcement. QUALIFICATION REQUIRED: Specialize experience at the GS-6 grade level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-5 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, federal) sectors which demonstrates experience in: Dealing with human-wildlife conflicts and principles of wildlife damage management. The requirements of local, state, and national rules and regulations as they apply to wildlife policies and procedures. 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. Proficient with wildlife damage management techniques to carry out a full range of common technical duties such as: exclusion, trapping, snaring, non-lethal harassment, lethal control, and firearms. Preparing reports regarding activities, observations, events, and other relevant data collected and inputting operations data into established and custom databases. OR Successfully completed 1 year of graduate education (18 semester hours) in wildlife. For the GS-7 Grade Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-6 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, federal) sectors which demonstrates experience in: Selecting appropriate wildlife damage management strategies, techniques, and tools and applying them to specific situations at airports. Interpreting and applying policies, regulations, laws and ordinances that affect wildlife damage management operations and working within those guidelines. Using computers for word processing, spreadsheets, GIS and database applications. Assessing the abundance, behavior, and habitats of North American wildlife species. OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-06/07 GRADE LEVEL: 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. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (if applicable to your position) Must obtain or have a valid state driver’s license. Operation of Government-owned or leased vehicles is required. (if this applies) As a condition of employment, appropriate security clearance is required for this position. Position is subject to random and applicant drug testing. Must demonstrate a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and equipment. 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 E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. Occasional travel may be required. 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). How to Apply: REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Resume that includes: Personal information such as name, address, contact information Education All supervisors' phone numbers and if they may be contacted Other qualifications Detailed work experience related to this position as described in the announcement including Work schedule including hours per week Dates of employment; Title, series, grade (if applicable) Transcripts (if qualifying on education, education must have been obtained from an accredited institution. Education completed in a foreign institution must include an evaluation by an organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs that it was deemed equivalent to an accredited U.S. education program, see: Foreign Education Evaluation. All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation.) DD-214 (Member 4 copy) VA letter required for applicable Veteran preference, if this applies. Current active duty members must submit a certification that they are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. 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. Interested individuals should send a resume, transcripts (if applicable), veteran documentation (if applicable) to the address listed here: CONTACT OFFICE: Noel Myers, State Director 400 Northeast Drive, Suite L Columbia, SC 29203(803) 477-3151 noel.e.myers@usda.gov
