Principal Scientist, Potency and Impurities

diseases, environmental sanitation, and related research in the Public Health Laboratory. Temporary opportunity. Term-Limited Temporary positions are " at-will" positions but are eligible for benefits. This TLT is currently anticipated to last through 12/31/2024.

However, funding sources for this work remain uncertain and dependent upon decisions actively being made at both the federal and local levels. As a result, the end date of this position may be adjusted based on those decisions. The County and the Department continue to work to secure long term funding sources. This vacancy can also be filled as a Special Duty opportunity. For Special Duty Assignment interest, you must

be a Career Service, Career Service Exempt or other regular (non-temporary) employee in King County who has completed their initial County probation. You must have supervisor approval prior to taking a Special Duty Assignment.

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice: Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies,

and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities.

With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts. We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

To learn more, please visit http: //www. kingcounty. gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice. aspx Job Duties Conduct and interpret large volumes of microbiological and serological laboratory tests on clinical specimens and environmental samples for pathogenic bacteria, viruses, and parasites, including but not limited to HIV antibody tests, syphilis serology, hepatitis serology, and nucleic acid amplification tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea. Log in and label specimens, record laboratory test results on worksheets, and enter results into laboratory information system.

Calibrate instruments and check quality control of reagents and other solutions or materials used in laboratory tests. Follow safety requirements and guidelines, recognize potential safety hazards and take corrective action. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, medical technology, or chemical, physical, or biological science, and one year laboratory training/experience in microbiology OR any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the work.

Knowledge of relevant principles and bench-level practices of microbiology and serology. Knowledge of procedures and protocols for detection and identification of disease agents. Knowledge of common causes of communicable diseases and methods of transmission and control. Knowledge of laboratory hazards and safety precautions. Knowledge of use and care of laboratory instruments and equipment. Knowledge of laboratory principles and application of Quality Assurance and Quality Control. Skill in communications (oral and written).

Skill in following written and oral instructions. Skill in maintaining confidentiality of laboratory information. Skill in promoting mutual respect and acceptance of all workers in a diverse work group. Supplemental Information Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our " True North" we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive.

We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards.

We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, interaction (including gender identity, interactionual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or backssment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Application Process If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or backssment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy: Neo Gov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process) Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process) Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application.

Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state " see my resume" or " see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: If you are the successful candidate for the position(s), as a condition of your employment, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work in the laboratory outlined in this job posting prior to your start date.

To ensure this condition is met, prior to your start date, the county will send you a conditional offer letter requesting you to provide proof of vaccination or have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. Necessary Special Requirements The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing.

You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience. The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. Pre-employment Physical For more information on our selection process, please refer to www. kingcounty. gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit www. kingcounty. gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips. ashx? la=en. Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.

Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work. Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations. Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.

When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement. Work Schedule This position is 40 hours a week Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime.

Union Membership This position is represented by PROTEC 17. Contact If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact Sarah Dunkinson,

diagnosis of communicable diseases, environmental sanitation, and related research in the Public Health Laboratory. This position will assist in training Microbiologists and identifying and solving problems with laboratory materials and equipment. Commitment To Equity and Social Justice: Named after Dr.

Martin Luther King, Jr. one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices,

strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous

and People of Color communities. To learn more, please visit http: //www.

kingcounty. gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice. aspx Job Duties Conduct and interpret complex microbiological and serological laboratory tests on clinical specimens and environmental samples for pathogenic bacteria, viruses, and parasites, including but not limited to HIV antibody tests, syphilis serology, hepatitis serology, and nucleic acid amplification tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea. Assist in developing quality control procedures and test protocols. Log in and label specimens, record laboratory test results on worksheets, and enter results into laboratory information system.

Calibrate instruments and check quality control of reagents and other solutions or materials used in laboratory tests. Troubleshoot problems with reagents, media, materials and equipment. Assist in training less experienced microbiologists. Follow safety requirements and guidelines, recognize potential safety hazards and take corrective action. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Bachelor's degree in microbiology, medical technology, or chemical, physical, or biological science, AND two (2) years laboratory training/experience in microbiology OR any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the work.

Knowledge of relevant principles and bench-level practices of microbiology and serology. Knowledge of procedures and protocols for detection and identification of disease agents. Knowledge of common causes of communicable diseases and methods of transmission and control. Knowledge of laboratory hazards and safety precautions. Knowledge of use and care of laboratory instruments and equipment. Knowledge of laboratory principles and applications of Quality Assurance and Quality Control.

Skill in communications (oral and written). Skill in leading, training and monitoring the work of others. Skill in maintaining confidentiality of laboratory information. Skill in promoting mutual respect and acceptance of all workers in a diverse work group. Supplemental Information Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our " True North" we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards.

We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, interaction (including gender identity, interactionual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or backssment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Application Process If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or backssment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy: Neo Gov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process) Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process) Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application.

Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state " see my resume" or " see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: If you are the successful candidate for the position(s), as a condition of your employment, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work in the medical clinic(s) outlined in this job posting prior to your start date.

To ensure this condition is met, prior to your start date, the county will send you a conditional offer letter requesting you to provide proof of vaccination or have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. ” Necessary Special Requirements: The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing.

You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience. The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. Pre-employment Physical. For more information on our selection process, please refer to www. kingcounty. gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit www. kingcounty. gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.

ashx? la=en. Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law. Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work. Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations. Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.

When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement. Union Membership This position is represented by PROTEC 17 - DPH.

Work Location: Harborview Medical Center, 325 9th Ave, Seattle WA. Work Schedule This position is 40 hours a week Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, in-person. This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime. Contact If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact Sarah Dunkinson,

Design, build, and maintain aquaculture facilities for fish husbandry, including zebrafish and Pacific salmon. Design and implement fish developmental biology studies, based on a working knowledge of embryology (model and non-model species). Design and execute field backssments of fish health, from either research vessels or on-the-ground habitat surveys.

Publish original research in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and present research results at conferences, symposia, workshops and meetings. Communicate major research findings and implications to a broad, non-technical audience. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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.

Key Requirements: Applicants must be U. S. Citizens. Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation. Selectee may be subject to serving a three-year probationary period for research positions. More requirements are listed under Qualifications and Other Information. Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www. sss. gov) This position is in the bargaining unit. This position is covered by (IFPTE Local 8). Selectee must provide a valid state driver's license &

safe driving record. Payment of relocation incentive maybe authorized.

Payment of recruitment incentive maybe authorized. 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. Because this position requires travel for official business, the selectee will be required to apply for a charge card within 30 calendar days of appointment. Individuals who have delinquent account balances from a previous Government charge card will be required to satisfy their existing obligation before a new card can be issued.

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. Qualifications CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position requires the operation of a Federal motor vehicle. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license to travel to and from the field with field equipment, to conduct field backssments of salmon and marine forage fish spawning habitats.

This position has physical requirements. The incumbent will simultaneously walk and wade in streams and rivers for up to 5 miles per day while carrying survey gear in a day pack. The incumbent will be periodically required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds to set up and conduct experiments. The incumbent will carry two, 5-gallon buckets of water (~15 pounds each) and to sample animals, sometimes while wading. Qualification 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: www. opm. gov/policy. BASIC 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: To qualify for the 0401 series: A.

Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. -OR- B. 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, Ameri Corps) 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 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: Conducting empirical studies involving salmonid biology or life history; Conducting research on the environmental health of aquatic species, focusing on a model system (e. g. zebrafish) for molecular toxicology; and Contributing to reports, peer-reviewed papers or publications outlining results of research.

-OR- SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION: Master's or equivalent graduate degree. -OR- COMBINATION 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. Education College 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. Special Instructions for Foreign Education: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U. S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. A listing of these accredited organizations can be found on the Department of Education's website.

You MUST provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation with a course by course listing along with your application. Failure to provide such documentation by the closing date of the announcement will result in lost consideration. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated visit: OPM Foreign Education Evaluation. Additional 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: http: //www.

opm. gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. 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.

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.

Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility 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 Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Veteran'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.

NOTE: If it is determined that you have rated yourself higher than is supported in your description of experience and/or education as described in your resume/application, or that your resume or application is incomplete, you may be rated ineligible and/or not qualified. To preview the announcement questionnaire, click here: apply. usastaffing. gov/View Questionnaire/12199087 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.

Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility 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 Documents As 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 resume You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose, for each work experience at a minimum, your resume must include; job title(s) (including job series and grade, if federal); description of duties or work performed; education; starting and ending dates (month and year); and hours worked per week and/or full-time or part-time.

If identifying as part-time you must state the number of hours per week. (NOTE: A full-time work schedule requires most employees to work 33-40 hours during the work week. A part-time schedule requires an employee to work less than full-time, but for a specific number of hours (usually 16-32 hours per administrative work week) on a prearranged scheduled tour of duty.

) 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. 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 information Aniessa Chinn Email Address NOAA Office of Human Capital Services (OHCS) 1315 East West Hwy SSMC4 Silver Spring, MD 20910 US Next steps This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Research Biologist, ZP-0401-3 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 backss 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 Transparent The 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 request Required Documents 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 resume You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume.

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Our Environmental Team in Seattle has an opportunity for a talented Wetland Biologist. Explore this opportunity with KPG Psomas and apply today! Benefits You Would Get as our Wetland Biologist Employees receive the following benefits: Hybrid + Flexible work schedules A competitive salary! The genuinely expected range for this full-time position is $35.00 - $49.00 hour/ pay depending on experience Compensation may be adjusted for well

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, interactionual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. About being our Wetland Biologist We have an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Wetland Biologist to join our growing environmental team in Seattle and Tacoma! This position is perfect for a collaborative, team-oriented, mid-level Wetland Biologist who is looking for a unique opportunity to grow their career in the realm of natural resources management.

In this role, you will serve as a key member the project team, assisting in winning and executing work that includes delineation of wetlands and streams, permitting, and mitigation; craft and implement appropriate permit strategies, meeting with our integrated team members and serving as a technical advisor on a variety of projects. Responsibility Highlights for our Wetland Biologist Serve as the field lead for wetland, stream and plant delineations, perform wildlife surveys and habitat backssments, prepare environmental permit applications and supporting documentation while providing leadership and instruction to field teams.

Prepare field reports and other environmental documents clearly and concisely to present information to project team members, including wetland delineation reports, critical areas reports, JARPA applications, mitigation plans, monitoring reports. Experience with biological backssments, WDFW Hydraulic Project Approvals, and SEPA or NEPA analyses. Deliver project assignments on time and within budget, and assist with the development and tracking of scopes, schedules, and budget.

Collect, interpret, and analyze field survey data and may serve as a technical/resource specialist in one or more natural resource disciplines. Minimum Qualifications to be our Wetland Biologist Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Natural or Environmental Sciences, or related environmental/ecological field. 4+ Years of Wetland Experience, including leading delineations and critical areas backssments of aquatic resources in the Pacific Northwest. Thorough knowledge of federal wetland regulations and familiarity with local critical areas codes, including Corps wetland delineation, functional backssments (Ecology credit/debit system), Ecology wetland ratings, mitigation ratios and ordinary high water mark determinations in the Pacific Northwest.

Responsible driving record with no major or repeated violations (field visits includes travel to various job sites), Driving experience in remote, rugged and undeveloped terrain; ability to conduct field work for extended periods of time and physically fit to navigate rugged conditions on foot while carry supplies Ability to walk long distances and on uneven ground in all weather conditions, carry a backpack, safely operate, load and transport equipment and gear, and cross fences, streams, and other obstacles.

Preferred Qualifications for our Wetland Biologist Attainment of Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) certification and / or completion of a UW Wetland Science and Management Program Previous experience in project or task management Marketing, consulting, municipal, and/or non-Profit Experience Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team member Job Posted by Applicant Pro