1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 From: "Major, Jon J" <jjmajor@xxxxxxxx> Dear Colleagues The USGS Volcano Science Center seeks to fill positions for Research Geologists at multiple locations (Moffet Field, California; Vancouver, Washington; and Anchorage, Alaska). *The vacancy announcement will open on December 2 and remain open until December 16 or until 50 applications have been received*. The vacancy announcement can be found at *https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/821508900 <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/821508900__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!dbHAyPfbl-4j35S2CQ0T8cuJraNeD7d8mu-YUxr5xq10Ldi7MvLEDz0xKzLtRjicSuemUwjLH1ki4vepUt7LlorX-A$>* The focus of the recruitment is for field-oriented geologists who can conduct field studies on volcanic deposits (including lavas and fragmental deposits) to elucidate volcano histories and processes, and to translate that work into volcano hazards assessments. Some of the specific duties will include, but are not limited to: - Engaging in field and laboratory studies to determine the stratigraphy, structure, eruptive processes, and petrologic and geologic evolution of volcanoes to improve the evaluation of volcanic hazards, the development of eruption forecasts and hazard assessments, and fundamental understanding of volcanic processes. - Collaborating closely with research scientists within the science center and with others at various locations within the Natural Hazards Mission Area, Bureau, and outside scientific community to exchange expert knowledge and plan and engage in larger multidisciplinary research projects. - Providing briefings to public officials, emergency managers, and the general public regarding volcanic activity and hazards and related response activities of the Volcano Science Center. - During eruption responses, assisting in operational tasks related to volcano monitoring and eruption forecasting. All applicants should be mindful of the following: - *Applicants must be U.S. Citizens*, must pass a background investigation check, and are subject to successful completion of a pre-employment physical. - There is a positive education requirement as this is a professional series. If applicants do not have the required coursework, they will be disqualified from further consideration. *ALL copies of unofficial transcripts, including undergraduate degree(s), need to be submitted.* This is especially important if applicants have attended multiple schools. Their current school does not always list the transfer classes out. The transcripts are needed to confirm that they have completed the required coursework for the basic education requirement. This is required for ALL applicants regardless if they are current USGS, or whether they are currently in the series. - Resumes should include a month and year, whether the position is full-time or part-time, and include their relevant work experience underneath each period of employment. Resumes should contain enough details regarding their work experience for HR to determine whether they have the specialized experience. - All required documentation MUST be submitted prior to the close of the announcement. All documents must be legible. Applicants can always e-mail the HR contact person in the vacancy announcement to confirm that their documents uploaded correctly. - Applicants may also access the HELP section of the USAJobs site, which provides more detail regarding the federal hiring process: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!dbHAyPfbl-4j35S2CQ0T8cuJraNeD7d8mu-YUxr5xq10Ldi7MvLEDz0xKzLtRjicSuemUwjLH1ki4vepUt5AOEbPew$> *For GS-12: *In addition to the basic education requirements, applicants must have one year of appropriate professional experience in geology that is equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience may include: Planning and executing research in volcanic systems utilizing field, laboratory, or numerical studies of volcanic processes and deposits including lavas and fragmental volcanic materials. This includes experience with field analyses, geological mapping, stratigraphic analyses, reconstructions of eruptive histories, laboratory studies, and/or numerical analyses of volcanic processes that are amenable to hazards forecasts and assessments. *For GS-13: *In addition to the basic education requirements, applicants must have one year of research experience conducting field analyses of volcanic systems or processes in addition to conducting laboratory analyses or developing numerical models to investigate volcanic processes, and practical experience in translating geoscientific information to non-specialists that is equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience may include: Serving as an independent researcher conceiving, formulating and conducting research investigating the factors influencing the origin, timing, magnitude, evolution, and impact of volcanic events and their hazards; working closely with Federal agencies, universities, non-governmental organizations, and private industry to facilitate research investigations; authoring reports, publications, scientific journal articles, and/or other products of considerable importance to the research situation; attending scientific and interagency meetings to present research results and exchange information within the scientific community; reviewing manuscripts and proposals of other scientists; and working directly and responsibly with scientists of other federal and state agencies and universities on technical issues related to the research assignment. 1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 ------------------------------
