Environmental Scientist

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Environmental Scientist

Company: Federal government of the United States
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Description: SummaryThis is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS), Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Monitoring and Reference with one vacancy in Charleston, SC.OverviewOpen & closing dates12/30/2024 to 01/06/2025Salary$72,553 – $113,047 per yearPay scale & gradeZP 3Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel Required25% or less – Up to 25% of domestic and foreign travel may be required for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential4 – If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you may be non-competitively promoted if you perform successfully and if recommended by management.Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberNOS NCCOS-25-12654651-DHAControl number825975100This job is open toClarification from the agencyOpen to the public Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)VideosDutiesAs an Environmental Scientist, you will perform the following duties:

• Develop, maintain, and distribute standardized procedures for assigned programs and the projects that support them. Procedures created cover areas such as collection methods and types, reporting procedures and communication methods, quality assurance/quality control review of statistical data, preparation and processing of records, notification and reporting to regulatory agencies, coordination of corrective actions if necessary, and information to document review and release.
• Identify and validate significant problem areas requiring action while prioritizing assigned projects, including project documentation, execution reporting, project tracking, project accounting, technical support procurement, Program Manager Project coordination, and other related activities. Conduct the planning, prioritization, and participation in and tracks scientific projects. Develop information communicating projects and their progress and provides instruction to customers and fellow staff.
• Examine biological data necessary to contribute to project objectives and responsibilities. Review test results and reports to determine whether results are valid, and can be integrated into established processes and procedures, or developed into new processes or procedures. Develop information into reports and compares reports from internal and external partners and stakeholders to determine validity of findings. Report on misinformation in data.
• Support various communication and outreach efforts including development of written reports/publications, oral presentations, news releases and websites in order to promote use of related marine-science products in coastal management decision-making, scientific research, and outreach. Communicate scientific information to the scientific community through formal briefings, conferences, band participation on committees.

RequirementsConditions of EmploymentThis 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.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)
• This position is not in the bargaining unit.

Are There Any Special Requirements For This Position?

• 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: .To qualify for the 0401 series:
EDUCATION:BASIC REQUIREMENTS: This position requires applicants to meet a Basic Education Requirement in addition to at least one full year (52 weeks) 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 one of the following basic education requirements:A. Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.ORB. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.SPECIALIZED 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 level: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:

• Compiling environmental science research findings that can be incorporated in the development of new processes or procedures; and
• Assisting with the development of scientific products used for community outreach, or for distribution of information between an organization and partners.

ORSUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION: 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.ORCOMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A combination of education and professional experience. Combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. (Note: Only graduate level education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be combined with experience).EducationEducation completed in colleges or universities outside the United States may be used to meet the above requirements. You must provide acceptable documentation that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit:Additional informationCTAP 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: .CTAP 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.

Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for and performance of higher-level duties.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.

• Benefits

A 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. .

Salary: $72553 – 113047 per year

Location: Charleston, SC

Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2024 07:19:46 GMT
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