Agriculture Department Of Federal Government Jobs

:__  A one-page abstract of MS thesis and/or Ph.D. dissertation__  A resume of any honors or awards received; memberships in professional or honor societies; invitations to make presentations at scientific/technical meetings; scientific society office and committee assignments; presentations (other than invitations); and publications.__  A list of names, addresses, and phone numbers of persons familiar with your stature, contributions, and recognition.If this is your first time applying for a federal job, or if you wish to view more detailed information about  various aspects of applying for federal jobs, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/html/of.asp and scroll down to access the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Optional Form 510.Location Contact Information:  Dr. John Hendrickson, 701-667-3015AGENCY CONTACT INFO:Dr. John Hendrickson Phone: 701-667-3015 Fax: 701-667-3054 Email: John.Hendrickson@ars.usda.gov Agency Information:Department Of Agriculture PO Box 459 Mandan, ND 58554

e:For further details, call the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) at 703-724-1850 or TDD 978-461-8404.  Select General Information on the Federal Employment Policies and Procedures, and then Veteran's Preference and Special Appointing Authorities for Veterans.  Visit their VetGuide website at http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.asp.False Statements:  If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; may be fired after beginning work; or may be fined or jailed.Optional Form 306, (Declaration for Federal Employment):If you are selected for this position, you will be required to complete this form before an offer may be made.Selective Service System:Males over age 18 who were born after December 31, 1959, must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for Federal employment.ARS Reasonable Accommodation Contact Information:If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application

ive Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for Federal employment.ARS Reasonable Accommodation Contact Information:If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or have questions regarding reasonable accommodation and/or accessibility for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Disability Program Manager on 202-720-6161 or through the DC Relay Service on 202-855-1234 (TDD). HOW TO APPLY:Applications may be mailed, faxed, or e-mailed to the appropriate address and/or facsimile number, but they must be postmarked by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date. If sending your application as an attachment to an email, do not send zipped files.  They will be removed in accordance with standard electronic security procedures.If hand delivered, be sure your application is received in the Human Resources Division on or before closing date.If application packages do not contain all of the request

e (ARS) is the United States Department of Agriculture's chief scientific research agency and one of the world's premiere scientific organization.  ARS Postdoctoral Research Associates are hired to supplement a lead scientist's research on agricultural problems of high national priority effecting American agriculture.  **ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPENED UNTIL FILLED OR Closing date, October 28, 2011.***Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Ft. Collins, COThe incumbent will: 1) use meta-analysis to evaluate how changes in CO2/warming/N/precipitation influence plant traits involved in resource acquisition in different ecosystems, 2) model long-term effects of interacting global changes, including effects mediated by changes in leaf traits, on plant productivity and quality, N and water cycling, GHG emissions, and C storage in semi-arid grasslands, and 3) build on previous and on-going efforts at the Prairie Heating and CO2 Enrichment Experiment by collecting plant and soils data as nece

accepted from both US Citizens and Non-Citizens as allowed by appropriations and statute.  For more information on citizenship restrictions log onto: http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/hrd/jobs/VISA/Countries.htmJOB SUMMARY:Find Solutions to Agricultural Problems that Affect Americans Every Day, From Field to TableThe Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the United States Department of Agriculture's chief scientific research agency and one of the world's premiere scientific organization.  ARS Postdoctoral Research Associates are hired to supplement a lead scientist's research on agricultural problems of high national priority effecting American agriculture.  **ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPENED UNTIL FILLED.**Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Stuttgart, ARYou will develop and test new molecular assays using quantitative real-time PCR (rtPCR) or similar technologies for genetic selection of hybrid striped bass better adapted to alternate diet formulations aimed at replacing fishmeal i

eceived in an accredited educational institution in the United States.  It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.  Please visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-II/s22-e4.htm#e4a for additional information on this topic. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:Your application will be evaluated to determine if you meet eligibility and minimum qualification requirements, and on the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position as defined above under "Qualifications".BENEFITS:A Benefits Package will be authorized for appointments made for a period of one year or more.  Additional information about Federal benefits can be obtained at www.usajobs.opm.gov/ei61.aspOTHER INFORMATION:Relocation and Other Incentives:  Payment of relocation expenses and other incentives will be determined in accordance with P&P 412.5, Recruitment and Retention

ation must include at least 24 semester/36 quarter hours in any combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography), outdoor recreation management, civil or forest engineering, or wildland fire science. No more than 6 semester/9 quarter hours in mathematics is creditable. COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITIONSpecialized experience for this position is defined as one or more of the following: Loading helicopter cargo and completed manifests of crews and equipment, Patrolling areas of controlled fires to mop-up by searching out and extinguishing any remaining burning material, Rappelling from helicopter

choosing.Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals.VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Generally, preference is granted to veterans who entered the military service prior to October 14, 1976; or served on active duty during the period from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, and who are otherwise eligible; or who served on active duty during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or who have served in a military action for which they received a Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans' preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. Applicants will be required to provide proof prior to appointment to validate th

have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for Federal employment.ARS Reasonable Accommodation Contact Information:If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or have questions regarding reasonable accommodation and/or accessibility for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Disability Program Manager on 202-720-6161 or through the DC Relay Service on 202-855-1234 (TDD). HOW TO APPLY:Applications may be mailed, faxed, or e-mailed to the appropriate address and/or facsimile number, but they must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date. If sending your application as an attachment to an email, do not send zipped files.  They will be removed in accordance with standard electronic security procedures.If hand delivered, be sure your application is received in the Human Resources Division on or before closing date. If application packages do

e 05: Qualifying experience for the GS-5 level includes one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4. Specialized experience is experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Experience requirements may be met by successful completion of a four (4) year course of study leading to a bachelors' degree or the equivalent. Education must include at least 24 semester/36 quarter hours in any combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography), outdoor recreation management, civil or forest engineering, or wildland fire science. No more than 6 semester hours in mathematics is creditable

process, please contact the point of contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Government housing may be available.BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holiday; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation, flexible work schedule, training and development opportunities, family/worklife program, etc.Transfer of Station/Relocation expenses will not be paid except for current, permanent federal employees.FIREFIGHTER RETIREMENT COVERAGE: This is a primary/rigorous firefighter position under the provisions of 5 USC 8336(c) (CSRS) and 8412(d) (FERS). Applicants must be under age 37. Applicants who are age 37 or over may subtract prior federal service in approved primary/rigorous positions and that is creditable for retirement from their current age to meet this requirement. Applicant

tegory rating procedure is used to rank and select eligible candidates. Under category rating, applicants who meet basic minimum qualification requirements established for the position and whose job related competencies have been assessed are ranked by being placed in one of the following categories: Quality, Well Qualified, and Eligible. Candidates placed in the Quality category will be assessed based on Education, High Ability, or Experience. Well Qualified candidates are those who clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements but do not necessarily meet the criteria for the Quality category. Candidates in the eligible category meet basic minimum qualification requirements but do not meet the criteria for the Well Qualified category. Preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Drug testing is a requirement for certain positions. See "Other Significant Facts" portion of this announcement for information specific to position be

ence eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Drug testing is a requirement for certain positions. See "Other Significant Facts" portion of this announcement for information specific to position being filled.To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements as of the closing date of the announcement or on the date a referral list is generated from an Open Continuous announcement. Applicants are strongly encouraged to ensure the work history portion thoroughly documents the duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments that are directly related to this position in order to verify specialized experience.Applications submitted in postage-paid Government envelopes will not be accepted.Applications received become the property of the USDA Forest Service and will not be returned.The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all of its programs and activities on the basis of race, col

oyment Opportunity (EEO) policies and program activities.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Qualifying experience for the GS-9 level includes one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-8. Specialized experience is experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirements for the GS-9 level may be met by completion of two (2) years of graduate level education or a master's degree in a position-related field of forestry or natural resources management. COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:For Primary Firefighter positions, applicants must meet one (1) of

rest Service.PERMANENT OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT: This is a continuously open vacancy announcement for one or more locations throughout the Forest Service. The number and location of positions to be filled will be dependent upon individual unit needs. These are permanent positions with varying tours of duty and may include weekend work. Some positions may have irregular and protracted hours of work. Tours of duty include full-time or less than full-time (guaranteed minimum 13 pay period's full-time employment). Positions may be filled as career ladders or could be filled at the full performance level dependent upon the individual unit's needs. Availability of government housing, federal day care facilities, and bargaining unit status will vary by location. Pay rates vary depending on location. See the OPM website at www.opm.gov for additional information on pay rates. To ensure that you receive consideration, applications submitted through the on-line application process must be

before a referral list is issued. A scannable application package submitted by mail must be received at the correct address and scanned prior to issuance of referral list. When there are no applicants for specific locations, the search area may be broadened when generating referral lists to include locations in the closest city nearby. To obtain more information about the US Forest Service and individual locations, go to www.fs.fed.us (a search can be done by State or by Name). We encourage applicants to contact supervisors at the chosen locations for specific information. To ensure continued interest and availability, applicants will be notified via e-mail reminding them to re-certify their application every 60 days. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age upon appointment. Some positions have other conditions of employment not specified in this announcement. Applicants will be notified of any specific requirements at the time a tentative job offer is made.ARDUOUS FIRE POSITION

still on active duty and claim veteran's preference, then you must submit documentation such as a: (1) official orders or citation entitling you to a campaign badge; (2) statement of service from a commanding officer or someone else in authority attesting to your active duty which identifies dates of entry and anticipated separation; rank at time of discharge; and anticipated character of discharge; or (3) in the case of someone claiming service during the first Gulf War or since 9/11/01, any official document attesting to your presence on active duty during the appropriate calendar periods. Veterans who fail to submit the supporting documentation with their application will not be granted veterans preference. If you are not able to attach the forms to your application, you may fax to 253-573-9869, please include name on all documents. b. Transcripts (official or unofficial) are required if education is used to meet basic qualifications requirements or meet education criteria in

any combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography), outdoor recreation management, civil or forest engineering, or wildland fire science. No more than 6 semester hours in mathematics is creditable. COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AT GS-04 AND GS-05 GRADES:For Primary Firefighter positions, applicants must meet one (1) of the following age requirements: I am under age 37; OR I am less than age 37 after subtracting the months of Federal Service worked in a primary firefighter/law enforcement position; OR I am a veterans' preference eligible, I am older than age 37 and am requesting a waiver to the maximum age requirement.Applicants must have 90 days on-the

me.This position has been identified as a Supervisor (Engine Captain) of a High Complexity Wildland Engine, and is subject to the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard and Guide selective placement factors for an Engine Module Leader Supervisor (EMLS). IFPM selective placement factors are made up of a primary and secondary NWCG core Incident Management Qualifications and Required Training, and the applicant must possess them to be considered eligible for this position. The selective placement factors for an EMLS are: Primary NWCG Core Requirements: Engine Boss (ENGB) ANDSecondary NWCG Core Requirement: Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) Currency in the above NWCG Incident Management Qualifications is required. Refer to PMS 310-1 for definition of currency. Applicants are required to submit a copy of their Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record (or equivalent training document) which contains documented proof of the certification or atta

d experience requirements. In order to be considered for this position, copies of your Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record (or equivalent training documents) which contain documented proof of the certification or attainment of the IFPM Selective Placement Factor for this position MUST be attached to your application. Failure to provide this documentation will result in disqualification.If you are unable to attach these documents to your application, you may fax them to 253-573-9869 to have them scanned and attached to your electronic application. Please include your name on all documents.Applications submitted in postage-paid Government envelopes will not be accepted.Applications received become the property of the USDA Forest Service and will not be returned.The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable