Research Fish Biologist

SummaryThis is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.Woods Hole, MAZP-3: 77,738-121,128ZP-4: 110,798- 170,205Orono MEZP-3: 69,107-107680ZP-4: 98,496-151,308Highlands, NJZP-3: 80,769-125,851ZP-4: 115,118- 176,842Narragansett, RIZP-3: 77,738-121,128ZP-4: 110,798- 170,205Milford, CTZP-3: 80,769-125,851ZP-4: 115,118- 176,842Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates01/26/2023 to 02/09/2023* Salary$69,107 - $176,842 per year* Pay scale & gradeZP 3 - 4* HelpLocations1 vacancy in the following locations:* Milford, CT* Orono, ME* Woods Hole, MA* Highlands, NJ* Show more locations (1)* Narragansett, RI* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typePermanent -* Work scheduleFull-time -* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential4* Job family (Series)0482 Fish Biology* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceOther* Drug testNo* Position sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk* Trust determination processSuitability/Fitness* Announcement numberNMFS NEFSC-23-11803180-DE* Control number701959100HelpThis job is open to* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.* The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyOpen to the public Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)VideosHelpDutiesAs a Research Fish Biologist, you will perform the following duties:* Leads, designs, initiates, and executes research projects and analyses for living marine resources in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean.* Conducts and leads stock assessment research and identifies relevant research investigations to support assessing living marine resources.* Evaluates and analyzes fishery and survey statistical data collection activities including multivariate analyses, data & model simulations, operations research and artificial intelligence.* Participates in lab and center-wide committees and attends lab meetings.These duties are described at the full performance level of the ZP-4; the ZP-3 is developmental leading to such performance.HelpRequirementsConditions of EmploymentThis position is located within the Department of Commerce (DOC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC) with one vacancy located in Milford, CT; Woods Hole, MA; Orono, MA; Highlands, NJ; or Narragansett, RI.This position will be filled under the DOC Alternative Personnel Systems (CAPS). This system replace the Federal GS pay plan and structure. Under CAPS, positions are classified by career, pay plan, and pay band.The ZP-3 is equivalent to the GS-11/12. The ZP-4 is equivalent to the GS-13/14.* A three year probationary period for research positions may be required.* These probationary periods may be served concurrently.Key Requirements:* Applicants must be U.S. Citizens.* Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation.* Selectee may be subject to serving a one-year probationary period.* More requirements are listed under Qualifications and Other Information.* Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (ww.sss.gov)* Selectee must provide a valid state driver's license & safe driving record.* A background investigation will be required for this position. Continued employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.* Throughout the recruitment and hiring process we will be communicating with you via email; therefore, it is imperative that the email address you provide when applying for this vacancy remains active. Should your email address change, please notify the point of contact identified in the vacancy announcement as soon as possible so that we can update our system.QualificationsQualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: REQUIREMENTS: This position has a positive Education Requirement in addition to at least one year of Specialized Experience OR substitution of education for experience OR combination (if applicable) in order to be found minimally qualified. Transcripts must be submitted with your application package. You MUST meet the following requirements:EDUCATION:To qualify at the 0482 series:Applicants must show that they have a degree with major study in biology, zoology, or biological oceanography that included at least 30 semester hours in biological and aquatic science and 15 semester hours in the physical and mathematical sciences. This course work must have included:* At least 15 semester hours of preparatory training in zoology beyond introductory biology or zoology in such courses as invertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, histology, physiology, embryology, advanced vertebrate zoology, genetics, entomology, and parasitology; and* At least 6 semester hours of training applicable to fishery biology in such subjects as fishery biology, ichthyology, limnology, oceanography, algology, planktonology, marine or freshwater ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and* At least 15 semester hours of training in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, or statistics.ANDSPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government.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 qualify at the ZP-3 or GS-11:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements above, applicants must also possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the ZP-2 or GS-09 in the Federal service. Specialized experience MUST include all of the following:* Conducts research investigations and activities on the impact of environmental and/or ecological factors on fish populations;* Assists with developing experimental design and/or survey design and stock assessment; and* Contributing to the development of peer-reviewed scientific publications.ORSUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION: Master's or equivalent graduate degree.ORCOMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A combination of education and experience as described above.NOTE: Only graduate education in excess of one year is qualifying for combination.To qualify at the ZP-4 or GS-13:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements above, applicants must also possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the ZP-3 or GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience MUST include all of the following:* Leading research investigations and activities on the impact of environmental and/or ecological factors on fish populations;* Participating in experimental design and/or survey design, and stock assessment;* Reviewing and/or editing the development of peer-reviewed scientific publications.EducationCollege Transcript: If you are qualifying based on education, submit a copy of your college transcript that lists college courses detailing each course by the number and department (i.e., Bio 101, Math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours and grade earned. You must submit evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution is equivalent to U.S. education standards with your resume. You may submit an unofficial copy of the transcript at the initial phase of the application process. If course content cannot be easily identified from the title of the course as listed on your transcript, you must submit an official course description from the college/university that reflects the content at the time the course was taken.Note: Your college transcript is used to verify successful completion of degree, or college course work. An official college transcript will be required before you can report to duty.Additional informationOther Information:CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP and ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at: applicants MUST submit the following documents:* A copy of your specific RIF notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice).* A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", noting current position, grade level, and duty location;* A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and* Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:* A copy of your RIF separation notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; notice of disability annuity termination; certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a compensable injury; or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement;* A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc;* A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and* Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.NOAA uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.The Department of the Commerce (DOC) places a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspectives and encourages applications from all interested eligible candidates. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) are fundamental principles that guide the Department and allow us to successfully achieve our mission.THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.Read more* BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.* -Vacancy Related Questions: As part of the online application process, you will need to respond to a series of questions designed to assess your possession of the following knowledge skills, abilities and/or competencies:Fishery BiologyResearchData ManagementClient Engagement/Change ManagementVeteran's Preference does not apply to direct hire recruitment procedures.Any selections made under this notice will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Therefore, Current Federal employees would be given new appointments to the civil service and may have to serve a new probationary period under CFR 315.802 (b).NOTE: A one year probationary period will be required under the Direct Hire Authority unless you are a current Department of Commerce employee and are in the same line of work and with no more than a 30 day break in service.* BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.* Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.Required documents may be: (1) uploaded directly from your desktop; or (2) uploaded directly from your USAJOBS stored attachments.A complete application package includes a resume, required documents and completion of the vacancy announcement questionnaire. Please see this guidance: What to include in your resumeAt a minimum, your resume mustindicate your citizenship; if you are registered for Selective Service (if you are a male born after 12/31/59); job title(s) (include job series and grade, if federal); duties description; education; starting and ending dates (month and year); and hours worked per week. We recommend using the inbuilt USAJobs Resume Builder to ensure you do not miss any information. Your resume should describe your specialized experience and support your answers to the vacancy announcement questionnaire.Transcripts* -If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide all unofficial transcripts (undergraduate, graduate, etc.) by the closing date of this announcement or you will be disqualified from further consideration. Please ensure that all documentation is legible.Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) & Inter-agency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Eligibles* -If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, the Servicing Human Resources Office must receive proof by the closing date of this announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330 Subpart F for CTAP and 5 CFR 330 Subpart G for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. This includes:* copy of the agency notice;* your most recent Performance Rating; and* your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.If you are a CTAP or ICTAP eligible, you will be considered well qualified if you earn a minimum score of 85 (prior to the assignment of veteran's preference points). For more information on CTAP/ICTAP please click here.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.* How to Apply* -Applications (resume and application questions) for this vacancy must be received on-line via USAJOBS by 11:59pm Eastern Time(ET) (Washington, D.C. time) on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete online resume, you will not be considered for this position. Requests for extensions will not be granted. If applying online poses a hardship for you, you must speak to someone in the Servicing Human Resources Office listed on this announcement PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE for assistance.* - Instructions for Applying Online for this Vacancy Announcement:1) Click the blue "Apply Online" button.2) If you are not a registered USAJOBS user, please create a new account and follow the instructions to complete your application process. If you are a registered user, login to access your existing USAJOBS profile.3) As a registered user, select a stored resume and select one or more of your stored documents to attach to your application.4) Check the "Certification" box and click the "Apply for this position now!" button located at the bottom of the screen.5) Address the eligibility questions as well as the questionnaire containing questions and/or task statements that address the knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies for this vacancy.6) Submit required documents using one of the available methods listed below.7) If you experience technical difficulties during the online application process, please contact the USAJOBS helpdesk.Agency contact informationLakeyla AshleyPhone703-###-####...@noaa.govAddressNOAA Office of Human Capital Services (OHCS)1315 East West HwySSMC4Silver Spring, MD 20910USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsSalary ranges will vary based on the location. Please visit: OPM Salary Charts for specific salary information related to a specific location.This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Research Fish Biologist, ZP-0482-3/4 positions throughout NOAA. The position must be alike (e.g.: within the same geographic locations, same grade/band and requires the same qualifications and specialized experience as indicated in this vacancy announcement).You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website and clicking on "Track Your Online Application." The four points of notification are:* Application Received* Application being assess for qualification;* Referred or Not Referred; and* Selected or Not Selected.By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or, you may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans' preference, disability, etc.)* Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Reasonable accommodation policy* Financial suitability* Selective Service* New employee probationary period* Signature and false statements* Privacy Act* Social security number requestHelpRequired DocumentsRequired documents may be: (1) uploaded directly from your desktop; or (2) uploaded directly from your USAJOBS stored attachments.A complete application package includes a resume, required documents and completion of the vacancy announcement questionnaire. Please see this guidance: What to include in your resumeAt a minimum, your resume mustindicate your citizenship; if you are registered for Selective Service (if you are a male born after 12/31/59); job title(s) (include job series and grade, if federal); duties description; education; starting and ending dates (month and year); and hours worked per week. We recommend using the inbuilt USAJobs Resume Builder to ensure you do not miss any information. Your resume should describe your specialized experience and support your answers to the vacancy announcement questionnaire.Transcripts* -If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide all unofficial transcripts (undergraduate, graduate, etc.) by the closing date of this announcement or you will be disqualified from further consideration. Please ensure that all documentation is legible.Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) & Inter-agency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Eligibles* -If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, the Servicing Human Resources Office must receive proof by the closing date of this announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330 Subpart F for CTAP and 5 CFR 330 Subpart G for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. This includes:* copy of the agency notice;* your most recent Performance Rating; and* your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.If you are a CTAP or ICTAP eligible, you will be considered well qualified if you earn a minimum score of 85 (prior to the assignment of veteran's preference points). For more information on CTAP/ICTAP please click here.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.HelpHow to Apply* -Applications (resume and application questions) for this vacancy must be received on-line via USAJOBS by 11:59pm Eastern Time(ET) (Washington, D.C. time) on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete online resume, you will not be considered for this position. Requests for extensions will not be granted. If applying online poses a hardship for you, you must speak to someone in the Servicing Human Resources Office listed on this announcement PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE for assistance.* - Instructions for Applying Online for this Vacancy Announcement:1) Click the blue "Apply Online" button.2) If you are not a registered USAJOBS user, please create a new account and follow the instructions to complete your application process. If you are a registered user, login to access your existing USAJOBS profile.3) As a registered user, select a stored resume and select one or more of your stored documents to attach to your application.4) Check the "Certification" box and click the "Apply for this position now!" button located at the bottom of the screen.5) Address the eligibility questions as well as the questionnaire containing questions and/or task statements that address the knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies for this vacancy.6) Submit required documents using one of the available methods listed below.7) If you experience technical difficulties during the online application process, please contact the USAJOBS helpdesk.Read moreAgency contact informationLakeyla AshleyPhone703-###-####...@noaa.govAddressNOAA Office of Human Capital Services (OHCS)1315 East West HwySSMC4Silver Spring, MD 20910USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsSalary ranges will vary based on the location. Please visit: OPM Salary Charts for specific salary information related to a specific location.This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Research Fish Biologist, ZP-0482-3/4 positions throughout NOAA. The position must be alike (e.g.: within the same geographic locations, same grade/band and requires the same qualifications and specialized experience as indicated in this vacancy announcement).You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website and clicking on "Track Your Online Application." The four points of notification are:* Application Received* Application being assess for qualification;* Referred or Not Referred; and* Selected or Not Selected.By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or, you may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans' preference, disability, etc.)Read moreFair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Reasonable accommodation policy* Financial suitability* Selective Service* New employee probationary period* Signature and false statements* Privacy Act* Social security number requestPrintShare*****HelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates01/26/2023 to 02/09/2023* Salary$69,107 - $176,842 per year* Pay scale & gradeZP 3 - 4* Locations1 vacancy in the following locations:* Milford, CT* Orono, ME* Woods Hole, MA* Highlands, NJ* Show more locations (1)* Narragansett, RI* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typePermanent -* Work scheduleFull-time -* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential4* Job family (Series)0482 Fish Biology* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceOther* Drug testNo* Position sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk* Trust determination processSuitability/Fitness* Announcement numberNMFS NEFSC-23-11803180-DE* Control number701959100This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/701959100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.