Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform professional work such as study and develop planning methods and implement tools/techniques to apply to future range needs and to perform technical work in geospatial sciences for meeting future range needs of the 96th Test Wing. Responsibilities This position supports the Range Environmental Planning Branch which is tasked with the integration of environmental considerations into the military mission planning process. The employee acts as the Test Wing GIS program manager and as a liaison to other AAC organizations and Air Force installations which are involved in establishment of GIS standards and policies for the Air Force and the Department of Defense. Act as the coordinator for data collection contracts. Manage resources from multiple budgets to provide a unified acquisition and maintenance program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Professional and Scientific Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: A bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes knowledge that prepare scoping plans, specifications, design analysis, maps, reports, as well as comprehensive and environmental range planning. Knowledge of research and development of applications of Geographic Information System (GIS) to include automated mapping and facility management. Expertise required is broad in scope and complexity and requires the ability to develop unique applications of GIS theory and principles to long-range environmental planning, facility management, and day-to-day operations and maintenance management activities. Knowledge of planning, programming and budgeting for the resources to support these plans. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: courses equivalent to a major in biological science, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines, plus appropriate experience or additional education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Professional knowledge of natural resources management principles and practices sufficient to perform the full range of duties connected with development and implementation of short and long-range ecosystem management plans. Professional knowledge of ecosystem management principles, landscape ecology, ecological monitoring, environmental assessments, mitigation techniques, silvics, dendrology, reforestation methods, prescribed burning techniques, timber stand improvement techniques, and harvest systems; along with knowledge and skills in related fields of wildlife habitat management, plant genetics, hydrology, soil science, wetland management, and geology to develop long-range plans and assess environmental impacts which provide solutions to complex mission, environmental, and intense public-use problems. Knowledge of environmental and conservation laws and regulations. Extensive and detailed technical knowledge of Geographic Information Systems. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.