You must meet all qualification requirements outlined within this vacancy by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement.

 

To qualify for the GS-14 grade level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower GS-13 grade level in the Federal Service. You must have direct and/or related experience in all of the examples listed below to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Examples of this experience:  Develop national and international level initiatives pertaining to sustainability of species subject to international wildlife trade, including wildlife trafficking; Utilize knowledge of organizational structure, programs and work methods to determine funding needs are in line with program plans and work methods; Coach and mentor a staff to achieve program results for an organization; Provide advice and/or decisions on policy matters regarding species sustainability and wildlife trade; and build coalitions with Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, and international organizations to foster your program or organization's mission.

 

 

Minimum Educational Requirements:  Biologist  401

You must have successfully completed a full four year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a discipline related to this position.  A photo copy of official transcripts MUST be (uploaded) submitted, by the closing date, to document educational accomplishments to receive consideration for this position. OR

You must have an appropriate combination of education and experience that included course work equivalent to a major (i.e. 24 semester hours) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a discipline related to this position; PLUS appropriate experience or additional course work. The quality of the combination must demonstrate that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the work of the position and is comparable to that normally acquired through the completion of a full four year course of study with a major as described above.  A photo copy of official transcripts MUST be (uploaded) submitted, by the closing date, to document educational accomplishments to receive consideration for this position.

 

Education

All applicants must submit photo copies of your Official Transcripts which should include grades, credit hours earned, major(s) and grade point average or class ranking in order to be considered for this vacancy.  Even if you are currently in or have previously held the series, you must submit the required documents with your application/resume to be considered for the position.

 

You can receive credit for education earned outside of the United States if you provide evidence that is comparable to an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

 

 

 

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Selective Service: Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

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