Physical Scientist, GS-1301-13 (Direct Hire)
Overview Open & closing dates Opening and closing dates09/02/2020 to 09/18/2020 Service Competitive Pay scale & grade GS 13 Salary $102,663 to $133,465 per year Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-Time Duties SummaryMonster Government Solutions (MGS) will be performing scheduled maintenance on Saturday, September 12th and Sunday, September 13th.
You may not be able to complete the application process during this time.
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice.
Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
ResponsibilitiesThis position is located in the Nation Weather Service HQ (NWSHQ), Office of Observations (OBS), Surface and Upper Air Division (SUAD) with one vacancy in Silver Spring, MD.
As a Physical Scientist, you will perform the following duties:
Serve as a subject matter expert on the Tri-Agency Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS).
As a technical authority on the ASOS, provide authoritative advice, guidance and support to other agency scientists and high-level officials, conducting investigations into phenomena that may require development of new techniques.
Develop, revise, and write technical reports, position papers on subjects relating to surface observation programs, which often generate controversy, and guidelines that may affect other domestic and international agencies or industries.
Travel RequiredOccasional travel - Up to 10% of domestic and foreign travel may be required.
Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 13 Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a US Citizen or National to apply.
Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
Must be suitable for Federal employment.
Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.
sss.
gov)Qualifications requirements must be met by closing date of announcement.
This position requires a Low Risk Security Clearance.
Category Rating, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this Public Notice.
A one year probationary period may be required.
Payment of relocation expenses is not authorized.
This position is in the bargaining unit.
NOTE:
This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Physical Scientist, GS-1301-13 positions throughout NOAA.
The position must be alike (eg within the same geographic locations, same grade/band and requires the same qualifications and specialized experience as indicated in this vacancy announcement).
Applicants must meet ALL application requirements, to include a complete online resume, by 11:
59 pm EASTERN TIME (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.
QualificationsQualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the US 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 requires applicants to meet a Basic 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 one of the following basic education requirements:
EDUCATION:
A.
Degree:
physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.
ORB.
Combination of education and
Experience:
education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
ANDSPECIALIZED
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 (eg, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (eg, 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 GS-13 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 GS-12 in the Federal service.
Specialized experience MUST include all of the following:
Analyzing and evaluating weather observing systems; andCollaborating with partners on new or improved weather related tools and technologies.
EducationIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
College 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 (ie, 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 US 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.
Additional informationCTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible if it is determined that they have met the minimum qualifications for the position.
Information about CTAP and ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at:
Employee Guide to Career TransitionCTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:
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).
A copy of your SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action, noting current position, grade level, and duty location;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:
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;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;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
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.
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.
Veteran's Preference does not apply to direct hire recruitment procedures.
Any selections made under this notice will be processed as new appointments to the civil service.
Therefore, Current Federal employees would be given new appointments to the civil service and may have to serve a new probationary period under CFR 315.
802 (b).
NOTE:
A one year probationary period will be required under the Direct Hire Authority unless you are a current Department of Commerce employee and are in the same line of work and with no more than a 30 day break in service.
To preview questions please click here.
Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearance Other Drug test required No This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
The public US citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the US.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
You may not be able to complete the application process during this time.
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice.
Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
ResponsibilitiesThis position is located in the Nation Weather Service HQ (NWSHQ), Office of Observations (OBS), Surface and Upper Air Division (SUAD) with one vacancy in Silver Spring, MD.
As a Physical Scientist, you will perform the following duties:
Serve as a subject matter expert on the Tri-Agency Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS).
As a technical authority on the ASOS, provide authoritative advice, guidance and support to other agency scientists and high-level officials, conducting investigations into phenomena that may require development of new techniques.
Develop, revise, and write technical reports, position papers on subjects relating to surface observation programs, which often generate controversy, and guidelines that may affect other domestic and international agencies or industries.
Travel RequiredOccasional travel - Up to 10% of domestic and foreign travel may be required.
Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 13 Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a US Citizen or National to apply.
Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
Must be suitable for Federal employment.
Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.
sss.
gov)Qualifications requirements must be met by closing date of announcement.
This position requires a Low Risk Security Clearance.
Category Rating, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this Public Notice.
A one year probationary period may be required.
Payment of relocation expenses is not authorized.
This position is in the bargaining unit.
NOTE:
This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Physical Scientist, GS-1301-13 positions throughout NOAA.
The position must be alike (eg within the same geographic locations, same grade/band and requires the same qualifications and specialized experience as indicated in this vacancy announcement).
Applicants must meet ALL application requirements, to include a complete online resume, by 11:
59 pm EASTERN TIME (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.
QualificationsQualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the US 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 requires applicants to meet a Basic 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 one of the following basic education requirements:
EDUCATION:
A.
Degree:
physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.
ORB.
Combination of education and
Experience:
education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
ANDSPECIALIZED
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 (eg, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (eg, 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 GS-13 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 GS-12 in the Federal service.
Specialized experience MUST include all of the following:
Analyzing and evaluating weather observing systems; andCollaborating with partners on new or improved weather related tools and technologies.
EducationIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the US Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the US Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
College 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 (ie, 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 US 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.
Additional informationCTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible if it is determined that they have met the minimum qualifications for the position.
Information about CTAP and ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at:
Employee Guide to Career TransitionCTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:
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).
A copy of your SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action, noting current position, grade level, and duty location;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:
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;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;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
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.
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.
Veteran's Preference does not apply to direct hire recruitment procedures.
Any selections made under this notice will be processed as new appointments to the civil service.
Therefore, Current Federal employees would be given new appointments to the civil service and may have to serve a new probationary period under CFR 315.
802 (b).
NOTE:
A one year probationary period will be required under the Direct Hire Authority unless you are a current Department of Commerce employee and are in the same line of work and with no more than a 30 day break in service.
To preview questions please click here.
Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearance Other Drug test required No This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
The public US citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the US.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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