Supervisory Fish and Wildlife Administrator

DutiesAs a Supervisory Fish and Wildlife Administrator, you will perform the following duties : Serve as the Division Director of the Fisheries Monitoring and Analysis (FMA) Division at the Alaska Fisheries Science Center (AFSC) responsible for administering the North Pacific Observer Program and the Alaska Marine Mammal Observer Program. Both monitoring programs integrate traditional fishery observers and electronic monitoring to provide an array of information for scientific and management purposes. As the FMA Director, the incumbent will oversee a staff of scientists and information technologists from various disciplines, to include but not limited to, fishery biologists, Information Technology (IT) specialists, operation research analysts, and other specialist and support staff.Represent the AFSC and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries on a variety of high profile and sometimes controversial issues, including establishment of new monitoring programs, to wide audiences including high level management bodies, senior executives, commercial harvesters (fishermen and fishing organizations), and the interested public.Oversee the development of annual activity and staffing plans as well as the planning and execution of a multi-million-dollar annual budget.Execute priority research and monitoring activities. Administer scientific research throughout Alaska on commercially marketable species and all aspects of marine ecosystems. Establish and refine fishery-dependent research to meet the needs of the AFSC and its partner organizations.Your role will involve strategic oversight, innovation, and direct engagement with government researchers and fishery managers, industry stakeholders, and research institutions while leading a dedicated team of observers, scientists, and information technologists.Key Responsibilities : Lead the North Pacific Groundfish and Halibut Observer Program to gather and analyze critical information on fisheries, bycatch, and marine ecosystems.Innovate, adapt, and incorporate new methods of fishery-dependent data collections to meet emerging needs in fisheries management and ecosystem science.Oversee the training, deployment, and data collection services of highly skilled fishery observers who collect data aboard fishing vessels and at shoreside processing facilities across Alaska.Manage budgetary and staffing resources to efficiently and effectively meet Divisional goals.Foster a culture of innovation, resilience, teamwork, and excellence within the organization.Report regularly to stakeholders and the public about the Divisions impact and successes.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentThis position will be filled under the DOC Alternative Personnel Systems (CAPS). This system replace the Federal GS pay plan and structure. Under CAPS, positions are classified by career, pay plan, and pay band.The ZP-5 is equivalent to the GS-15.NOTE :

• A one year probationary period may be required.
• A one year supervisory probationary period may be required and may be served concurrently.
• Payment of relocation expenses is not authorized.
• Payment of relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Payment of recruitment incentives may be authorized.
• This position is not in the bargaining unit.Key Requirements : Must be a U.S. Citizen.Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation.Selectee may be subject to serving a one-year probationary period.More requirements are listed under Qualification and Other Information.Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov).Are There Any Special Requirements For This Position?A background investigation will be required for this position. Continued employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.Throughout the recruitment and hiring process we will be communicating with you via email; therefore, it is imperative that the email address you provide when applying for this vacancy remains active. Should your email address change, please notify the point of contact identified in the vacancy announcement as soon as possible so that we can update our system.This position requires the submission of a Financial Disclosure Form, OGE-450.If you are a Federal employee applying for a promotion (under merit promotion procedures) you must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of the announcement. QualificationsQualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at : .BASIC REQUIREMENTS : This position has a positive Education Requirement in addition to at least one year of Specialized Experience in order to be found minimally qualified. Transcripts must be submitted with your application package. You MUST meet the following requirements : EDUCATION : A. Degree : Biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.ORB. Combination of education and experience : Courses equivalent to a major, or at least 30 semester hours in courses, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.ORC. 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.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies / knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies; knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.To qualify at the ZP-5 or GS-15 level : SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements above, applicants must also possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the ZP-4 or GS-14 in the Federal service. Specialized experience MUST include all of the following : Managing a staff of scientists or information technologists;Determining long- and short- range plans for a scientific program; andExecuting scientific research, preparing reports, and presenting technical information to a variety of audiences.EducationCollege 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 informationSalaries by location : Juneau, AK : $165,626-$195,200Seattle, WA : $164,637-$195,200CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority 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 ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at : Employee Guide to Career Transition.CTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents : 1. 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).2. A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", noting current position, grade level, and duty location;3. A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and4. Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents : 1. 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;2. 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;3. A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and4. Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.Non-Competitive Reinstatement to a Higher Grade / Band than Previously Held MUST submit the following documents : 1. SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action : you must provide the most current Notification of Personnel Action (Form SF-50) that verifies career / career-conditional status, title, series, and highest grade level held on a permanent basis for your previous position. (do not submit an Award SF-50) AND, the SF-50 that verifies your separation date; AND.2. Performance Appraisal - most recent performance appraisal showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Do not submit a performance plan that does not include this information.NOAA participates in e-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees.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. 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.We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. If you meet the minimum qualifications stated in the vacancy announcement, we will compare your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to your responses on the scored occupational questionnaire (True / False, Yes / No, Multiple Choice questions).However, your resume or optional cover letter must support your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire, or your score may be lowered. The best-qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview. The scored occupational questionnaire will evaluate you on the following competencies; please do not provide a separate written response : Human Capital ManagementLeadershipPartneringResearchDue weight shall be given to performance appraisals and awards in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3), during the interview / selection process conducted by the hiring manager. If referred, all relevant documents including performance appraisals and awards submitted with your application package will be forwarded to the hiring official for review.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 :

Salary : $164,637 - $195,200