Hydrologic Technician
MAJOR DUTIES Performs preparatory work for timber cruises, such as traversing and mapping units to be cruised; estimates volumes and quality of timber during cruises using established quality standards; measures diameters, heights, limited defects, etc.; summarizes and reports data collected as to type, grade, species, size, etc.; describes general conditions found, including possible logging difficulties; and helps to prepare timber sale maps. Marks timber using well defined marking rules, established marking guides, and specific instructions. Determines merchantable volume by use of prescribed volume tables, techniques, and specific instructions. As assigned, performs resource work in other areas such as inspecting reforestation contracts, fighting fire, or burning slash. Serves as leader of a crew consisting of three or more employees including at least one GS-4. Orients new crew members and provides on-the-job instructions and guidance; distributes and balances workload among crew members, keeping in touch with the status and progress of work and making indicated adjustments; keeps time and approves minor or emergency leave, and amends or rejects work not meeting established standards. Resolves informal complaints, reports on performance of employees, and suggests awards. Performs other duties as assigned. You must possess the Basic Requirements identified below to be considered eligible for this position. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Your application or resume must clearly show that you possess the appropriate experience requirements. GS-07:
(1) one year of specialize experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level. Specialized Experience is defined as:
Performs hydrologic technician work such as, preparing, analyzing, charting, annotating forms, and completing hydrographs; assists in the performance of a variety of hydrology tasks such as conducting, monitoring, coordinating, and controlling various phases of data collection and analysis projects or operations. -OR Successful completion of 1 year of graduate level education directly related to the work of the position, that includes courses in Hydrology, groundwater, Geology, Soil Science, Geomorphology, Geophysics, Hydrological Engineering or, other directly related field is an acceptable substitute for specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level or below. This level of education should provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work typical of this position-OR A combination of education and experience listed above. To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of this announcement. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
(1) one year of specialize experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level. Specialized Experience is defined as:
Performs hydrologic technician work such as, preparing, analyzing, charting, annotating forms, and completing hydrographs; assists in the performance of a variety of hydrology tasks such as conducting, monitoring, coordinating, and controlling various phases of data collection and analysis projects or operations. -OR Successful completion of 1 year of graduate level education directly related to the work of the position, that includes courses in Hydrology, groundwater, Geology, Soil Science, Geomorphology, Geophysics, Hydrological Engineering or, other directly related field is an acceptable substitute for specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level or below. This level of education should provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work typical of this position-OR A combination of education and experience listed above. To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of this announcement. 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.
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1316 Hydrologic Technician - Salary Range:
$16.27 to $16.27 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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