Fish and Wildlife Administrator
DutiesCost of Living Allowance:
In addition to the yearly salary, this position is entitled to a 2.01 percent cost-of-living allowance (COLA).This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment, and rate decrease.This telework-eligible position will report to the Alaska Regional office in Anchorage, Alaska. The duty station can be negotiable, but must be based within Alaska Region.
As a Fish and Wildlife Administrator your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Leads and provides coordination of conservation strategies for collaborative natural resource management and conservation in Alaska and with international partners.Provides leadership for collaborative development and refinement of conservation plans that integrate biological goals and objectives established for different species groups; different management practices, and/or different ecological functions and processes.Works collaboratively to support the integration of cooperative-based outputs from biological planning and conservation design such as spatially explicit decision support tools into existing projects and programs among organizations, agencies, and partnerships in Alaska and partner countries.Works collaboratively to support the integration of cooperative-based outputs from biological planning and conservation design such as spatially explicit decision support tools into existing projects and programs among organizations, agencies, and partnerships in the assigned issue or area.Provides leadership in creating, guiding, facilitating, and nurturing interdependent networks among State and Tribal fish and wildlife and conservation agencies, sister bureaus in the Department of Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service programs, and other agencies, organizations, and partnerships sufficient to support the iterative, interagency application of collaborative landscape conservation and adaptive resource management.Ensures activities are coordinated across geographic areas, other boundaries and programs; collaborates with partners and other stakeholders such as other Federal and state fish and wildlife agencies; represents the interests of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and partners in various national and international forums on both policy and technical issues associated with the implementation of ecosystem conservation initiatives and other national efforts associated with specific fish, wildlife and habitat conservation issues.Serves as a first level supervisor, exercising the full range of supervisory and managerial duties for a small staff of scientists, planners, and other professionals assigned to or working for the assigned issue or area.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S. Citizen or National.Resume (See Required Documents). Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is provided on resume.Eligibility and Supporting documents - You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select yes to AND submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section.Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.Probationary Period:
Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.Supervisory Probationary Period:
Selectees who have not previously completed a supervisory probationary period will be required to serve a one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period for this position.Notice of Financial Disclosure Report Requirement:
This position is subject to a financial disclosure requirement and you will be required to complete either OGE Form 278e or OGE Form 450 as applicable within 30 days of your appointment.Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. To verify registration, visit SSS.gov. Qualifications
Only experience and education obtained by 04/27/2023 will be considered.
This vacancy will utilize a multiple step assessment process to determine the qualifications of applicants. The first step will consist of applicants completing an occupational questionnaire related to the major duties and competencies of the position. The second step will consist of applicant resumes being reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) panel for related position competencies against a pre-determined rating schedule. This process will determine the final rating of the applicant for possible referral to the hiring official for hiring consideration.In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification.GS-480 Education Requirement:
Degree:
Biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; ORCombination of education and
Experience:
Courses equivalent to a major, or at least 30 semester hours in courses, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education; OR
Experience:
Four years of experience that demonstrated that the applicant acquired knowledge and understanding of one or more of the biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, or related disciplines equivalent to that which would have been acquired through completion of a 4-year course of study as described in A above.Minimum Qualification GS-14
One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-13 in the Federal service. Examples of experience may include:
1) Coordinating and leading a team focused on the management/conservation of natural resources at multiple spatial and temporal scales; 2) collaborating with diverse individuals and groups on behalf of a natural resource management management/conservation organization; 3) identifying multiple approaches and implementing preferred methods for solving ecologically and socially complex issues related to natural resource management/conservation; and 4) identifying novel methods for gathering and sharing information and knowledge, reviewing and analyzing information, and translating into management/conservation actions; and 5) experience delegating work, establishing work schedules and priorities, and establishing performance standards and evaluating performance.
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.
EducationPROOF OF EDUCATION:
All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts.PASS/FAIL COURSES:
If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.GRADUATE EDUCATION:
One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.FOREIGN EDUCATION:
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education. For further information, visit:
Additional informationPCS INFORMATION:
-Yes, entitlements for payment of basic moving expenses, as required and to the extent allowed by the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) 302-3.101, are authorized for eligible applicants changing duty station when the change meets the distance tests as provided in FTR 302-1.1 and 302-2.6. All moving expenses are taxable.
-Discretionary entitlements are not authorized for this position.Telework:
This position is suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.Additional Vacancies:
One or more positions may be filled from applications received under this announcement in the advertised office or other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service offices in the local commuting area.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy. CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit:
Career Transition Help
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 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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications outlined above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you meet the qualifications your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. Note:
If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications which resulted in you being listed in the highest quality category, you may lose consideration, or be assigned to a lower quality category for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Knowledge of the theories and principles of landscape ecology, landscape conservation and adaptive resource management and their application to conservation planning at multiple spatial and temporal scales.Skills in leadership sufficient to make sound decisions and exercise independent judgment with respect to sensitive, controversial, and complex issues.Skill in public speaking sufficient to present complex information to division chiefs fish and wildlife approving officials and other Federal agencies, organizations, groups, and individuals.Knowledge and skill in applying supervisory/managerial principles and methods to organize work, to direct and motivate subordinates and achieve concrete results through the integration of a highly specialized and scientifically sophisticated work force, and leadership knowledge and skill in order to implement organizational changes.Knowledge of and skill in applying administrative practices and budget processes to determine budget needs, justify budget requests, approve submissions, define program requirements and effectively manage financial and human resources.
All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. The category ratings for this position are:
Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified
The category rating process protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
In addition to the yearly salary, this position is entitled to a 2.01 percent cost-of-living allowance (COLA).This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment, and rate decrease.This telework-eligible position will report to the Alaska Regional office in Anchorage, Alaska. The duty station can be negotiable, but must be based within Alaska Region.
As a Fish and Wildlife Administrator your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Leads and provides coordination of conservation strategies for collaborative natural resource management and conservation in Alaska and with international partners.Provides leadership for collaborative development and refinement of conservation plans that integrate biological goals and objectives established for different species groups; different management practices, and/or different ecological functions and processes.Works collaboratively to support the integration of cooperative-based outputs from biological planning and conservation design such as spatially explicit decision support tools into existing projects and programs among organizations, agencies, and partnerships in Alaska and partner countries.Works collaboratively to support the integration of cooperative-based outputs from biological planning and conservation design such as spatially explicit decision support tools into existing projects and programs among organizations, agencies, and partnerships in the assigned issue or area.Provides leadership in creating, guiding, facilitating, and nurturing interdependent networks among State and Tribal fish and wildlife and conservation agencies, sister bureaus in the Department of Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service programs, and other agencies, organizations, and partnerships sufficient to support the iterative, interagency application of collaborative landscape conservation and adaptive resource management.Ensures activities are coordinated across geographic areas, other boundaries and programs; collaborates with partners and other stakeholders such as other Federal and state fish and wildlife agencies; represents the interests of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and partners in various national and international forums on both policy and technical issues associated with the implementation of ecosystem conservation initiatives and other national efforts associated with specific fish, wildlife and habitat conservation issues.Serves as a first level supervisor, exercising the full range of supervisory and managerial duties for a small staff of scientists, planners, and other professionals assigned to or working for the assigned issue or area.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S. Citizen or National.Resume (See Required Documents). Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is provided on resume.Eligibility and Supporting documents - You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select yes to AND submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section.Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.Probationary Period:
Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.Supervisory Probationary Period:
Selectees who have not previously completed a supervisory probationary period will be required to serve a one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period for this position.Notice of Financial Disclosure Report Requirement:
This position is subject to a financial disclosure requirement and you will be required to complete either OGE Form 278e or OGE Form 450 as applicable within 30 days of your appointment.Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. To verify registration, visit SSS.gov. Qualifications
Only experience and education obtained by 04/27/2023 will be considered.
This vacancy will utilize a multiple step assessment process to determine the qualifications of applicants. The first step will consist of applicants completing an occupational questionnaire related to the major duties and competencies of the position. The second step will consist of applicant resumes being reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) panel for related position competencies against a pre-determined rating schedule. This process will determine the final rating of the applicant for possible referral to the hiring official for hiring consideration.In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification.GS-480 Education Requirement:
Degree:
Biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; ORCombination of education and
Experience:
Courses equivalent to a major, or at least 30 semester hours in courses, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education; OR
Experience:
Four years of experience that demonstrated that the applicant acquired knowledge and understanding of one or more of the biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, or related disciplines equivalent to that which would have been acquired through completion of a 4-year course of study as described in A above.Minimum Qualification GS-14
One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-13 in the Federal service. Examples of experience may include:
1) Coordinating and leading a team focused on the management/conservation of natural resources at multiple spatial and temporal scales; 2) collaborating with diverse individuals and groups on behalf of a natural resource management management/conservation organization; 3) identifying multiple approaches and implementing preferred methods for solving ecologically and socially complex issues related to natural resource management/conservation; and 4) identifying novel methods for gathering and sharing information and knowledge, reviewing and analyzing information, and translating into management/conservation actions; and 5) experience delegating work, establishing work schedules and priorities, and establishing performance standards and evaluating performance.
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.
EducationPROOF OF EDUCATION:
All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts.PASS/FAIL COURSES:
If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.GRADUATE EDUCATION:
One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.FOREIGN EDUCATION:
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education. For further information, visit:
Additional informationPCS INFORMATION:
-Yes, entitlements for payment of basic moving expenses, as required and to the extent allowed by the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) 302-3.101, are authorized for eligible applicants changing duty station when the change meets the distance tests as provided in FTR 302-1.1 and 302-2.6. All moving expenses are taxable.
-Discretionary entitlements are not authorized for this position.Telework:
This position is suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.Additional Vacancies:
One or more positions may be filled from applications received under this announcement in the advertised office or other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service offices in the local commuting area.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy. CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit:
Career Transition Help
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 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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications outlined above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you meet the qualifications your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. Note:
If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications which resulted in you being listed in the highest quality category, you may lose consideration, or be assigned to a lower quality category for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Knowledge of the theories and principles of landscape ecology, landscape conservation and adaptive resource management and their application to conservation planning at multiple spatial and temporal scales.Skills in leadership sufficient to make sound decisions and exercise independent judgment with respect to sensitive, controversial, and complex issues.Skill in public speaking sufficient to present complex information to division chiefs fish and wildlife approving officials and other Federal agencies, organizations, groups, and individuals.Knowledge and skill in applying supervisory/managerial principles and methods to organize work, to direct and motivate subordinates and achieve concrete results through the integration of a highly specialized and scientifically sophisticated work force, and leadership knowledge and skill in order to implement organizational changes.Knowledge of and skill in applying administrative practices and budget processes to determine budget needs, justify budget requests, approve submissions, define program requirements and effectively manage financial and human resources.
All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. The category ratings for this position are:
Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified
The category rating process protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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