Job Title:Student Trainee (Biology) (PATHWAYS Internship)
Department:Department of the Army
Agency:U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Job Announcement Number:WTHF140347741101434PI
SALARY RANGE:
$30,164.00 to $39,208.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:
Monday, May 12, 2014 to Friday, May 23, 2014
SERIES & GRADE:
GS-0499-04
POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time – Internships NTE 1 YEAR
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
04
DUTY LOCATIONS:
Few vacancies in the following location:
Seattle, WA View Map
WHO MAY APPLY:
Student/Internship Program Eligibles
SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Public Trust – Background Investigation
SUPERVISORY STATUS:
No
JOB SUMMARY:
Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.
Seattle District, Corps of Engineers, Seattle, Washington is one of the world’s premier public engineering organizations, capable of providing a full spectrum of engineering services. Our strength lies in our technical excellence, our willingness to collaborate with our customers and understand their needs, and, our ability to facilitate creative solutions to achieve mutual goals.
Other Advantages: Free parking, fitness center, cafeteria, on-site daycare, and transportation subsidy vouchers are available.
About the Position:
Click here for more information on Pathways program participation.
Position(s) will be filled under the Department of the Army Pathways Intern Program.
The Department of the Army Pathways Internship Program is designed to provide students currently enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work and get paid while exploring federal careers through a job with the Department of Army.
The Department of the Army Pathways Interns may be converted to a permanent position within 120 days of successful completion of the program.
To be eligible for conversion to a permanent or term position, Interns must:
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquired through the Internship Program
- Complete their degree or certificate requirements
- Meet the Office of Personnel Management’s qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted
- Meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant’s Agreement, and;
- Perform their job successfully as documented through performance evaluations and/or completion of an Individual Development Plan (IDP)
To learn more about the Pathways Internship Program, please visit: the Internship Program page on the Office of Personnel Management’s website.
Who May Apply:
Department of the Army Internship Program Eligibles
Positions are open to current students in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
- Occasional Travel
- 5%
RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
- No
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Will be required to sign a Pathways Participant Agreement.
- Must be 16 years of age by 1 MAY 2014.
- Possible work on weekends or work at night for field studies.
DUTIES:
As a trainee in the Engineering Division, Environmental and Cultural Resources Branch, you will receive a variety of assignments including on-the-job and formal training of increasing complexity under decreasing supervision. You will perform a variety of support tasks including some or all of, but not limited to:
• Clerical duties such as typing and reviewing reports, editing, formatting, setting up mailings, web design, filing or sending reports to the archives.
• Data entry using Excel files and spreadsheets.
• Research environmental studies and reports.
• Collate studies and consolidating information.
• Help with environmental field studies in such areas as fisheries, wildlife and water quality sampling.
• Assist staff with upkeep of field work areas.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.
Experience required: To qualify, applicants must possess 6 months of general and 6 months of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade/level (GS-03). General/Specialized experience is defined as: 6 months of general experience which included using the Microsoft Office Suite to produce Word documents, Excel spreadsheets or PowerPoint presentations AND 6 months of specialized experience in any field of biology which included research, technical report writing or field studies.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency (knowledge, skills, abilities)in the following areas:
- Knowledge of Fisheries Biology and Environmental Science
- Knowledge of Field Study Techniques
- Skill in Written Communication
- Ability to Work on a Team
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you may qualify if your education meets the definition below:
Education required: To qualify based on education applicants must have completed of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or have an Associates Degree or higher. (NOTE: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
OR
Appropriate combinations of experience and education.
Note: An academic year of undergraduate education is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours; or the equivalent in an accredited college or university. An academic year of graduate-level education is defined as 18 semester hours or the equivalent in an accredited college or university.
Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at – http://www.opm.gov/qualifications andhttp://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Foreign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered for this position. Please include this information in your resume.
Other Requirements:
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Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Direct Deposit of Pay is Required.
Salary includes applicable locality pay.
The duration of a Pathways appointment is a trial period.
Initial appointment may be extended.
Work schedule may flex between part time and full time.
This is a Career Program 18 position.
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully permitted to work in the United States.
Must be in and remain in good academic standing.
Must be enrolled in or accepted for enrollment in an accredited school.
Must be taking at least half-time course load as defined by your school.
May be required to wear protective clothing and/or equipment.
May be required to work outdoors in inclement or extreme weather conditions.