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SEASONAL Physical Science Technican

Multiple Locations, USA

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$19.33/hr - $34.98/hr

1+ years exp

The Pacific West Region is recruiting for summer seasonal Physical Science Technician positions intended to assist permanent staff with field work related to physical sciences. The role involves collecting and organizing field data, performing testing of samples, and providing logistical support for scientific projects.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collects and organizes field data

Performs routine and recurring testing of collected samples

Performs data entry and compiles reports

Monitors conditions in assigned program areas

Provides logistical support and area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists

Operates and maintains sampling, monitoring and laboratory equipment and instruments

Participates in the operation and maintenance of the park's comprehensive air quality monitoring network:

Participates in the operation and maintenance of the park's water quality monitoring network

Processes GIS data (e.g., data collected via GPS and converted into GIS data layer) and prepares maps

Takes necessary precautions to prevent loss or contamination of air and water samples

Provides recommendations for establishing and improving air and water quality monitoring networks, sampling methodology and analytical procedures

Assists researchers with the implementation of their projects, including environmental compliance and logistical support

Conducts initial assessments to evaluate potential environmental contamination levels

Assists with the park's integrated pest management program by conducting chemical evaluations, recommending corrective actions and completing pesticide use documents

Uses scientific knowledge to determine best sites for data collection

Plans work for field crews, exercising judgment to collect the best data possible without compromising safety

Ensures data is collected according to established protocols, providing guidance and training as necessary

Summarizes and interprets data in reports for use by park managers and staff

Organizes, coordinates, and implements the field work (i.e., data collection) component of the air resources, water resources, environmental contamination, integrated pest management programs and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) programs

Qualification

Field data collectionEnvironmental monitoringLaboratory equipment operationGIS data processingTechnical report writingAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

U.S. Citizenship required

Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication

Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males

Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program

You must provide official transcripts before you begin work

You must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name

To qualify for this position at the GS-05 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one year of full-time specialized experience comparable to at least the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience may include: collecting air, water and/or soil samples; preparing samples for processing; monitoring procedures which must conform to timely and established protocols; entering scientific data common to the laboratory environment into a database, or perform similar work in support of laboratory record keeping and document control; writing portions of scientific or technical papers and reports that document research projects; and, operate and maintain equipment such as digital camera, GPS, water quality sensors, particulate sampler, and haze recorder. Resume must include hours/week worked

EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major study (or at least 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours) in any combination in astronomy, physics, chemistry, hydrology, engineering, electronics, geology, oceanography, or other appropriate field of physical science. One year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester/45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in an accredited college or university. You must include a copy of your transcripts at the time of application

Successful completion of a COMBINATION of education and experience as described above. To combine education and experience, first take the number of semester hours (or equivalent) earned towards a bachelor's degree, in excess of 60 semester hours, and divide by 60 semester hours (or equivalent). Then take the number of months of full-time experience and divide by 12 months. Add the percentages together. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must include months/years and hours per week worked and a copy of your transcripts at the time of application

To qualify for this position at the GS-06 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: planning logistics for field sampling and handling of air, water, and/or soil samples; preparing analytical samples; conducting analytical test and measurement procedures to determine the physical and chemical properties of gases, liquids, and/or soils; understanding air flow patterns and atmospheric processes which affect the distribution of various air pollutants; maintaining accurate records of analyses to support validity of findings for reports and summaries; maintaining laboratory records of sample logs, instrument calibrations, acquisition of standards, laboratory safety requirements, chemical inventories, and other appropriate laboratory functions; and, summarizing data and writing reports that present clear and concise explanations of the scientific experimental results. You must include months/years and hours per week worked

EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least one full year (18 semester or 27 quarter hours) of directly related graduate education with a major study in physics, chemistry, hydrology, geophysics, geology, oceanography, metallurgy, or other appropriate field of physical science. One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school you attended has determined to represent one year of study. If this information cannot be obtained from your school, we will consider 18 semester/26 quarter hours to be equal to one year of full-time study. You must include a copy of your transcripts at the time of application

Successful completion of a COMBINATION of education and experience as described above. To combine education and experience, first take the total qualifying graduate education and convert it to a percentage of the total educational requirement. Then take the number of months of full-time experience and divide by 12 months. Add the percentages together. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must include months/years and hours per week worked and a copy of your transcripts at the time of application

To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Examples of specialized experience include: 1) collect environmental monitoring data (e.g., water quality and quantity, weather statistics, air quality, cave ecosystem metrics, etc.); 2) set up remote environmental monitoring equipment (e.g., weather stations, acoustic monitors, water quality sondes, etc.); and 3) draft reports for physical science research or natural resource-based studies. You must include months/years and hours per week worked

Successful completion of a COMBINATION of education and experience as described above. To combine education and experience, first take the number of semester hours (or equivalent) earned towards a graduate degree and divide by 18 semester hours (or equivalent). Then take the number of months of full-time experience and divide by 12 months. Add the percentages together. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must include months/years and hours per week worked and a copy of your transcripts at the time of application

Benefits

Government Housing MAY be available.

A uniform will be required and supplied through the park.

Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid if the selectee lives outside of the local commuting area and is otherwise eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulation.