Deadline: Fri, 12/23/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: USDA Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: New Mexico Location Detail: Catron County Job Description: · Ride horseback over rough terrain and in other off-road environments to transport self and equipment for performing official duties. · You will ride along with a herd to protect from predation. · Determines and selects the most effective means of non-lethal wildlife mitigation through consultation with supervisor or other higher-graded or more experienced employees. · 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. · Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies. · Responsible for conducting non-lethal direct control operations under the guidance or supervision of others to reduce wildlife damage at locations for which an agreement is already in place. · Demonstrates a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, non-lethal control devices and materials, and equipment. · Provides appropriate technical assistance recommendations on common wildlife and WDM issues on a limited basis. Qualifications: MINIMUM ELIGIBLITY REQUIREMENTS: To qualify, applicants MUST meet all minimum qualification requirements, except Medical Requirements, by the closing date of the announcement. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: To qualify for this position, you must own, or have access to, at least 2 horses (including tack) used to travel in steep, mountainous landscapes in close quarters to livestock QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: FOR THE GS-04 GRADE: Applicants must have 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-03 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: • Experience identifying North American wildlife species using field identification guides, expertise, and related non-lethal methods in support of wildlife damage management efforts. • Experience dealing with livestock producers, government officials, and the public. • Experience riding trail on horseback through uneven sometimes rocky landscapes OR 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. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. FOR THE GS-05 GRADE: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-04 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: • Experience using non-lethal wildlife damage control techniques and tools • Experience working within local, state, and national rules and regulations as they apply to wildlife policies and procedures • Experience preparing reports regarding activities, observations, events, and other relevant data collected • Identifying various species of wildlife 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, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must have been directly related to the position to be filled. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. Combination of Education and Experience at the GS-4/5 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: Applicants who meet basic minimum qualifications may be referred to the hiring manager for selection. Qualified candidates eligible for veterans’ preference will receive referral and selection priority over non-veterans. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: · Must obtain or have a valid state driver’s license. Operation of Government-owned or leased vehicles is required. (if this applies) · 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 E- Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. · Must demonstrate a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and equipment. · 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: $33,221 - $46,953 per year How to Apply: 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. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: · Resume (include days/months/years worked, work schedule, and grade level if federal) 1) Personal information such as name, address, contact information 2) Education 3) Detailed work experience related to this position as described in the announcement including § Work schedule, § Hours worked per week, § Dates of employment; § Title, series, grade (if applicable) 4) All supervisors' phone numbers and if they may be contacted 5) Other qualifications, such as transcripts (if qualifying on education) · Transcripts (if qualifying on education) · DD-214 (Member 4 copy), if applicable for Veteran’s Preference · VA letter required if claiming disabled Veteran’s Preference · 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, veteran documentation (if applicable) to the address listed here: CONTACT OFFICE: New Mexico Wildlife Services 8441 Washington St. NE Albuquerque, NM 87113 Lisa Selner, District Supervisor Lisa.A.Selner@usda.gov (505)208-3003
