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Federal Resume and Questionnaire Example
Below is a sample of a federal resume and the questionnaire written to accompany it, followed by the
job description (for your reference). Notice that the resume very specifically supports the skills that
the applicant claimed in the questionnaire. Use the hyperlinks for quick navigation.
Sample Federal Resume
Application Questionnaire and Sample Responses
Job Description
Sample Federal Resume
(created in USAJOBS Resume Builder)
Miranda Bremer
4568 Snowdove Lane
Madelia, MN 59875 US
Mobile: 555-555-5555
Email: oakle024@umn.edu
Availability: Job Type: Permanent, Temporary, Term, Recent Graduates
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Part-Time, Intermittent
Work
Experience:
Johnson Family Farm
04/2012 - 08/2012
County Road 1 Box 2345
Salary: 10.00 USD Per Hour
Madelia, MN United States
Hours per week: 15
Farm Intern
Supervisor: John Smith (555-555-5555)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Effectively managed multiple, overlapping tasks from three supervisors,
while completing all tasks in a timely manner. Researched prices for seed
and fertilizer resulting in over 3,000 pounds of seed and three tons of
fertilizer purchased at the best prices available. Operated a tractor for more
than 100 hours, plowing land, planting seeds, and applying fertilizer and
chemicals on a 500-acre corn and soybean farm. Operated a combine for
more than 50 hours, harvesting over 4,000 bushels of corn and 3,000
bushels of soybeans. Maintained farm equipment, including two electric
water pumps and repaired 30 yards of fence, using hand tools including
hammers, screwdrivers, hand drills, handsaws, and wrenches. Tracked crop
yields in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet to record the harvest, compare to
previous years, and project potential revenue. Communicated with
government agencies, including the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and
the U.S. Department of Agriculture, to provide required legal information
regarding acreage, fertilizer application, and crop yields. Provided yield
amounts to farm owner which were used for communicating with buyers who
were interested in making a purchase.

Clean Energy Resource Teams
123 Main Street
10/2011 - 01/2012
St. Paul, MN United States
Hours per week: 15
Project Assistant
Supervisor: John Smith (555-555-5555)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Collaborated with 12 other students on the PowerBlitz project that helped
office workers conserve energy. Compiled and organized contact information
of over 300 city administrators in St. Paul into an easily-referenced Microsoft
Access database. Used interpersonal communication skills while cold calling
25 city offices and marketing the PowerBlitz strategy, resulting in over 80%
agreeing to host an informational presentation. Created a PowerPoint
presentation to educate city workers on energy conservation and market the
PowerBlitz energy-saving measures. Used verbal communication and public
speaking skills while conducting 18 presentations that educated city workers
on energy saving strategies, resulting in 90% of the offices agreeing to at
least one energy-saving measure. Researched over 30 articles on energy
conservation from journals, periodicals, and online sources; analyzed the
findings in these articles; drew conclusions from the information; and
summarized these conclusions in a three-page report. Demonstrated written
communication skills while writing five articles on energy conservation
strategies that were published in environmental newsletters, including
Midwest Environmental Monthly, Minneapolis Power Update, and Minnesota
Energy Weekly, reaching approximately 1000 readers.
Weilage Advisory Group
01/2012 - 01/2012
567 Commerce Drive
Salary: 10.00 USD Per Hour
Mankato, MN United States
Hours per week: 20
Marketing Intern
Supervisor: Jane Smith (555-555-5555)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Organized information of more than 800 clients into a web-based contact
management system to facilitate faster and easier referencing. Used
attention to detail and accuracy while reconciling electronic client data by
comparing with company paper files. Wrote and sent marketing emails to
clients on a weekly basis to increase sales and maintain client relationships.
Designed three different ads to be used in a Facebook advertising campaign,
each tailored to a different segment of the company's target market.
Executed a Facebook advertising campaign that reached over 10,000 users
and resulted in over 100 new client leads. Designed a company Facebook
page that generated 32 new client leads. Posted Facebook status updates
that offered clients additional information relevant to the company's mission,
and kept clients engaged with the company.
City of Golden Valley
789 Madison Avenue
05/2011 - 08/2011
Salary: 9.00 USD Per Hour
Golden Valley, MN United States
Hours per week: 10
Public Works Intern
Supervisor: Jane Smith (555-555-5555)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Surveying and inventoried 11 parks, 15 roads, and five public facilities. To

accomplish this, took accurate measurements of storm water ponds, paved
surfaces, and open spaces using a tape measure, measuring wheel, and an
electronic measuring device. Recorded over 120 locations with a Global
Positioning System (GPS) and differential GPS. Recorded the measurements
and locations in an easily understood Microsoft Excel spreadsheet for later
use by city officials. Scheduled and completed all inventory work by tight and
often changing deadlines.
Education:
Affiliations:
University of Minnesota Twin Cities, MN United States
Bachelor's Degree 05/2012
GPA: 3.52 of a maximum 4.0
Credits Earned: 120 Semester hours
Major: Environmental Science, Policy, and Management
Minor: Forest Resources
Honors: Magna Cum Laude
Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:
Completed more than 24 semester hours in natural resource courses:
Environmental Policy, Law, and Human Behavior (3 credits); Environmental
Sciences Integrated Problem Solving (3 credits); Forest Ecology (3 credits);
Economics and Natural Resources Management (4 credits); Managing
Recreational Lands (4 credits); Basic Soil Science (4 credits); The Soil
Resource (4 credits); Calculus I (4 credits) - Regularly
added/subtracted/multiplied/divided whole numbers, fractions, and percents.
Fisheries and Wildlife Club - Vice-President
Additional
Information:
As Vice-President of the Fisheries and Wildlife Club at the University of
Minnesota, engaged students interested in becoming involved with
conservation work through networking, class announcements, and email
campaigns, resulting in over 20 new members for the Conservation Club
between January 2011 and December 2012. Created and maintained records
of the club's activities and responsibilities, in compliance with university
policies.
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Application Manager Questionnaire: Sample Answers
Vacancy Identification
Number
759956
Announcement Number
USAJOBS Control
Number
Title of Job
Biographic Data
E-Mail Address
AL-759956-NR
328032100
Soil Conservation Technician
MIRANDA P. BREMER
4568 Snowdove Lane
Madelia, MN 59875
Contact Time: Either
breme999@umn.edu
Employment Availability Full Time Employment:
40 Hours Per Week
Citizenship
Lowest Grade 04
Veteran Preference
Claim
Dates of Active Duty -
Military Service
Yes
No Preference Claimed
Occupational Specialties Competitive
Geographic Availability
Transition Assistance
Plan
Assessment
Questionnaire
Andalusia, AL United States
1. Select one response from the choices shown below that reflects your education
and experience. You are to respond to questions about education and experience you
have had that is related to the requirements of this job. Do not answer positively to a
question unless you are able to provide specific examples or documentation as proof
that you have had this type of education or experience at the level you are claiming.
Your narrative resume and/or other application materials must contain evidence to
support your responses. Your responses are also subject to verification through
background checks, job interviews, or any other information obtained during the
application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal
information can result in you being removed from a Federal job and in barring you
from seeking Federal employment in the future. FAILURE TO RESPOND WILL
RESULT IN YOU BEING RATED NOT QUALIFIED.
E. I have successfully completed at least a bachelor's degree with a major field of
study in forestry, range management, agriculture or equivalent leading to a bachelor's
degree that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such
as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation,
wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources, civil or
forest engineering. No more than 6 semester hours in mathematics is creditable. This

level of education qualifies for the GS-5 grade level.
2. Operate farm equipment (i.e. tractor, plow) to prepare land for planning a crop. My
resume validates the response level chosen.
D. I have operated this equipment/tool frequently to accomplish a task. I have used it
independently and normally without oversight of another person.
This statement is supported on the resume with "Operated a tractor for more than 100
hours, plowing land, planting seeds, and applying fertilizer and chemicals on a 500-
acre corn and soybean farm.
3. Operate farm equipment (i.e. tractor, crop planter, or drill) to plant a crop. My
resume validates the response level chosen.
D. I have operated this equipment/tool frequently to accomplish a task. I have used it
independently and normally without oversight of another person.
This statement is supported on the resume with "Operated a tractor for more than 100
hours, plowing land, planting seeds, and applying fertilizer and chemicals on a 500-
acre corn and soybean farm.
4. Operate farm equipment (i.e. tractor, fertilizer spreader, chemical sprayer,
cultivator) to manage crop production. My resume validates the response level
chosen.
D. I have operated this equipment/tool frequently to accomplish a task. I have used it
independently and normally without oversight of another person.
This statement is supported on the resume with "Operated a tractor for more than 100
hours, plowing land, planting seeds, and applying fertilizer and chemicals on a 500-
acre corn and soybean farm.
5. Operate farm equipment (i.e. combine, silage cutter, hay cutter, hay bailer, cotton
picker/stripper) to harvest a crop. My resume validates the response level chosen.
D. I have operated this equipment/tool frequently to accomplish a task. I have used it
independently and normally without oversight of another person.
This statement is supported on the resume with "Operated a combine for more than
50 hours, harvesting over 4,000 bushels of corn and 3,000 bushels of soybeans.”
6. Perform construction/maintenance of fences using post hole digger, tamping bar,
wire stretcher, fencing pliers, post driver, and related tools or supplies to facilitate
livestock operations. My resume validates the response level chosen.
C. I have operated this equipment/tool while being closely monitored by another
person to ensure proper use.
This statement is supported on the resume with "Maintained farm equipment,
including two electric water pumps and repaired 30 yards of fence, using hand tools
including hammers, screwdrivers, hand drills, handsaws, and wrenches.
7. Perform repair/maintenance of windmills, or electric pumps, pipelines, water

troughs to ensure quality and quantity of livestock water. My resume validates the
response level chosen.
C. I have operated this equipment/tool while being closely monitored by another
person to ensure proper use.
8. Execute health care and maintenance of livestock operations (i.e. vaccinations,
worming, identification markings via tags, branding, etc;, dehorning, castration,
weaning, and sales).
A. I am not familiar with this equipment/tool and do not have experience in using it.
9. Compute mathematics (as shown below) to perform job related tasks. My resume
validates the response level chosen.
--Basic addition and subtraction of whole numbers.
--Basic multiplication and division of whole numbers.
--Additional and subtraction that includes fractions.
--Multiplication and division that includes percentages.
E. I have experience in applying 4 mathematical computations listed.
10. Obtain measurements using a steel chain or tape. My resume validates the
response level chosen.
D. I have used this measurement tool as a regular part of a job. I have performed it
independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
11. Operate a measuring wheel to obtain measurements. My resume validates the
response level chosen.
D. I have used this measurement tool as a regular part of a job. I have performed it
independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
12. Operate Global Positioning System (GPS) to obtain measurements. My resume
validates the response level chosen.
D. I have used this measurement tool as a regular part of a job. I have performed it
independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
13. Operate differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) to obtain measurements.
My resume validates the response level chosen.
D. I have used this measurement tool as a regular part of a job. I have performed it
independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
14. Operate Electronic distance Measurement Instrument (DMI). My resume validates
the response level chosen.
D. I have used this measurement tool as a regular part of a job. I have performed it
independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

15. Schedule and complete work by established deadlines. My resume validates the
response level chosen.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it
independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
16. Make initial contact with persons who have indicated an interest in conservation
work. My resume validates the response level chosen.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it
independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
17. Ensure compliance with standards and specifications pertaining to construction
projects. My resume validates the response level chosen.
A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
18. Keep accurate records and documentation to ensure compliance with the
approved plans and specifications. My resume validates the response level chosen.
D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it
independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
19. I am aware that knowingly and willfully withholding information or making false
statements on this application constitutes and will result in disqualification from the
selection process. If the misrepresentation is discovered after hiring, I may be subject
to inquiry and suitable administrative or disciplinary action up to and including
dismissal from the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
I understand that under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Rehabilitation
Act of 1973, it is my responsibility to request any reasonable accommodations which I
require to complete the application, testing, and/or hiring procedures.
A. I agree to these conditions.
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Job Title:Soil Conservation Technician
Department:Department Of Agriculture
Agency:Natural Resources Conservation Service
Job Announcement Number:AL-759956-NR
SALARY RANGE:
OPEN PERIOD:
SERIES & GRADE:
POSITION INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
07
DUTY LOCATIONS:
$27,990.00 to $40,706.00 / Per Year
Wednesday, October 03, 2012 to Thursday, October 18, 2012
GS-0458-04/05
Full Time - Term NTE 13 Months
1 vacancy in the following location:
Andalusia, AL United StatesView Map
United States Citizens
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
JOB SUMMARY:
You will be a member of the team that has the mission of "Helping People Help the Land."
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides products and services that enable
people to be good stewards of the Nation's soil, water, and related natural resources on non-Federal
lands
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides products and services that
enable people to be good stewards of the Nation's soil, water, and related natural
resources on non-Federal lands.
With our help, people are better able to conserve,
maintain, or improve their natural resources.
As a result of our technical and
financial assistance, land managers and communities take a comprehensive approach to
the use and protection of natural resources in rural, suburban, urban, and developing
areas.
This is a TERM Appointment that is not to exceed 13 months. This appointment may be
extended for a period not to exceed a total of 4 years.
We are known for our accomplishments and innovations in conservation. We are recognized for our talent,
dedication and ingenuity in assisting landowners/users to reduce erosion, protect wildlife, promote good land use,
and take other measures to preserve the Nation's natural resources for future generations. To learn more about
Natural Resources Conservation Service, visit us at Alabama NRCS.
Join us in protecting and conserving natural resources on America's private lands!

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL OF THE FOLLOWING
DOCUMENTS:
• Resume (online preferred)
• OF 306 ( http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf )
• College Transcripts, if you are using education to qualify, (copy acceptable, original necessary when
selected)
• If claiming Veteran's Preference - DD Form 214 (Veteran Preference), SF-15 and Veteran's Administration
letter.
IF YOU FAIL TO SUBMIT THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR
THIS POSITION.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program
(ICTAP) participants who are well qualified may apply for this position. To be eligible for consideration
under CTAP, an applicant must provide written notification that they will be losing their current federal
position. To be eligible for consideration under ICTAP, an applicant must provide proof that they have
lost their federal position within the last year. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for
this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for
this position. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the
special selection priority:
a separation notice;
a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation;
an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated;
an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated;
a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C.
8337(h) or 8456.
RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
You must be a United States Citizen.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
You must complete a FBI Background and Security Investigation.
You must have a valid state driver's license.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
DUTIES:
This is a developmental position and at the full performance level (GS-07), the incumbent serves as a Soil Conservation
Technician. The duties will consist of but are not limited to:
* Provide advice and assistance concerning soil and water conservation to local landowners.
* Work with land users on the installation and maintenance of a variety of conservation practices.
* Gather data and information on the physical features of farms and perform follow-up work with land users.

* Surveys, lays out, and stakes predetermined sites.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position applicants must meet one of the following.
For Grade GS-4:
Applicant must have six months of general experience and six months of specialized experience
that required the use of a knowledge of the basic or commonly used rules, procedures, and
operations to perform routine technical tasks. Examples of specialized experience at this level
include but are not limited to performing procedures related to operations or practices such as
use of dumpy level, alidade and planetable; control of sheet and gully erosion; and installation of
standard erosion control, irrigation, and/or drainage practices; use of soil survey maps including
soil classification and land capabilities; gather various types of field data for use by higher
graded soil conservation technicians.
OR
Applicant must have completed 2 years of study above high school that
included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as
forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or
conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science,
natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography), outdoor
recreation management, civil or forest engineering, or wildland fire science.
No more than 3 semester hours in mathematics is creditable.
OR
At least one year of study above the high school level AND and at least 3 months of specialized
experience and 3 months of general experience that is equivalent to the specialized experience of
a GS-3 grade level as described above.
Credit will be given for appropriate qualifying unpaid experience or volunteer work such as community, cultural,
social service, and professional association activities on the same basis as for paid experience. To receive proper
credit for unpaid experience or volunteer work, fully describe your responsibilities and show the actual time (years,
months, and hours per week) spent in such activities.
For Grade GS-5:
Applicants must have at least one year Specialized Experience equivalent to
GS-0458-04 or higher grade level in the Federal Government that will qualify
for the GS-5 grade level. Examples of work at this level include but are not
limited experience in designing and installing conventional conservation
practices on sites where an experienced conservationist has determined the
practice to be suitable and practical for addressing a particular natural
resource concern; survey, lay out, and stakes predetermined sites; assemble
data and descriptive information covering farms, ranches, and other land
units; identifies cropland, hayland, woodland, and other land use to

determine field size for mapping; explain or demonstrates to land managers
or contractors, methods of installing practices such as contour cultivation,
drainage practices, or irrigation practices; perform follow-up work with
landowner by checking progress of conservation practices under
construction, resolves minor problems.
OR
Successful completion of at least a bachelor's degree with a major field of study in forestry,
range management, agriculture or equivalent leading to a bachelor's degree that included at least
24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant
science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil
science, natural resources, civil or forest engineering. No more than 6 semester hours in
mathematics is creditable.
OR
A combination of at least 2 years of study above the high school level AND
at least six months of specialized experience that is equivalent to the
specialzed experience a GS-4 as described above.
Credit will be given for appropriate qualifying unpaid experience or volunteer work such as community, cultural,
social service, and professional association activities on the same basis as for paid experience. To receive proper
credit for unpaid experience or volunteer work, fully describe your responsibilities and show the actual time (years,
months, and hours per week) spent in such activities.
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE BY Thursday,
October 18, 2012. FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN YOU NOT
RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.
Applications received after the closing date of this announcement will not be
considered except for 10-point preference eligibles and other preference eligibles, in
accordance with Federal regulations.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application will be evaluated and rated under the Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume must support
your responses to the occupational questionnaire. We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare
this information to your responses on the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for
this position.
If you are basically qualified for this position, we will evaluate your application package, using a panel of
subject-matter experts or HR Specialist to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your accomplishments, experience, and
education as they relate to the critical knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. We will then place you in one of the
following categories and only those in the Best Qualified category will be referred to the hiring manager for further
consideration.

Best Qualified: Applicants possess all of the job related competencies identifies as important for
successful job performance.
Well -Qualified: Applicants possesses a majority (i.e., more than half) of the job related
competencies needed for successful job performance.
Qualified: Applicants meets the basic eligibility and minimum qualification requirements, but does
not meet the definition of Well-Qualified or Best Qualified describe above.
Veterans’ preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Veterans’ preference eligibles who meet
the qualification requirements are place in the appropriate category and are listed ahead of nonpreference
eligibles. Veteran preference eligibles that have a compensable service-connected
disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except in the case of
scientific or professional positions at the GS-9 level or higher.
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your Occupational Questionnaire has been received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission
was successful. All information provided may be verified by a careful review of your resume, questionnaire responses,
reference check, background check, and/or verification of education. After a qualification review of your complete application
package, you will be notified of the status of your application. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be
contacted. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for
consideration. A job offer is typically made within 45 days after the deadline for applications. You can track the progress of
your application package in Application Manager athttp://ApplicationManager.gov .
BENEFITS:
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. The following Web
addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal
employees.
This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal
employees. http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp
OTHER INFORMATION:
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional
information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook
of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency
personnel offices, and on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications .
Management has the prerogative to select at any grade level for which this position has been
advertised. If you are placed in this position at a grade lower than the target grade (i.e. the

promotion potential grade), you may be promoted to the target grade without further
competition. However, there is no commitment or obligation on the part of management to promote
you. Your promotion will depend upon the continuing need for that level of work to be performed and
your ability to perform the higher level duties.
To determine if you are a Preference Eligible, please visit:
http://www.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm
Information on Special Hiring Authorities
You are eligible if you meet one of the following criteria:
• a 30% compensably disabled Veteran (http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.htm)
• a VRA eligible (http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.htm). The VRA hiring
authority is limited to positions at the GS-11 level and below.
• a person with a severe physical handicap
(http://www.opm.gov/disability/). Clearly indicate on your application you are applying under
a Special Hiring Authority, provide required documentation of your handicap and indicate
the type of accommodation you are requesting.
• a Former Peace Corps or VISTA Volunteer - Must state in their application under which
of these special hiring authorities they wish to be considered. To be considered under a
special hiring authority as well as the regular competitive process, applicants must submit
two complete applications and request the dual consideration. When only one application is
received from a special hiring authority eligible, it will be considered under the appropriate
special hiring authority only. Submit proof of your eligibility with your application or you will
not be considered under a special hiring authority.
HOW TO APPLY:
ONLY DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED AS OUTLINED IN THIS VACANCY WILL BE
ACCEPTED. EMAILED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and provide a complete
Application Package, which includes also your résumé and any other documents specified in
theRequired Documents section of this job announcement.
Use Application Manager for convenience and quickest processing. Track your progress to
a CompleteApplication Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays in
Application Manager. Your Application Package status must be Complete by Thursday, October 18,
2012.
Step 1

Option A: Application Manager
To begin , choose one of these options:
1. If your résumé is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by
clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your résumé will be attached only to
the Application Package you complete and Submit immediately after you click the Apply Online button
for this job announcement, not to any Application Packages you may already have created.
2. If your résumé is going to be one you prepared outside of USAJOBS Résumé Builder, click this
link to begin the process: Online Questionnaire.
To return to Application Manager at any time, use whichever one of the links you used to begin
as described above, or simply go to http://applicationmanager.gov/ .
Option B: Paper Qualifications Questionnaire
If it is not possible for you to use Application Manager, you can write your answers on paper. Follow
these steps:
1. You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.
2. Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You
can obtain the form at this URL http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf or by calling
USAJOBS by Phone at (703) 724-1850; after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.
3. You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents either by fax, by mail
or in person.
By Fax: If you are faxing a completed Form 1203-FX, do not use a separate cover page. Simply
make sure that all six pages of the Form 1203-FX are on top of any other documents you are faxing.
The fax number is 1-478-757-3144. Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we
receive them right-side up.
Note: If you are only submitting supporting documents see the Submitting Documents instruction
inStep 2 below.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
STEP 2
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST Complete the Online
Questionnaire and SUBMIT ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:
Resume (online preferred)
OF 306 (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf )
College Transcripts (if you are using education as qualification)

If claiming Veteran's Preference - DD Form 214 (Veteran Preference), SF-15 and Veteran's
Administration letter.
IF YOU FAIL TO SUBMIT THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE
CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION
INFORMATION THAT IS REQUIRED IN YOUR RESUME
If you prepare a resume, be sure you provide all of the information listed below. Tell us what job you
are applying for, i.e, the announcement number, title and grade.
Provide all of the following.
- Full name, mailing address and day/evening telephone numbers
- Social Security Number.
- Country of Citizenship.
- Highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.
- Work experience related to the job for which you are applying:
- Job title.
- Detailed description of duties and accomplishments.
- Number of hours per week.
- Employers name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
- Salary.
- Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
Other Qualifications:
- Job-related training courses (title and year).
- Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing
speed,etc.)
- Job-related certificates and licenses.
- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments (e.g. publications, memberships in
professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do
not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.
SUBMISSION OF DOCUMENTS
At the Document Upload screen, select the type of documents you are attaching for upload from the
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Resume" feature that you may use to develop and submit a resume for this position. The completed
resume can be attached to this vacancy announcement and submitted electronically. To do so, scroll
down to the end of the vacancy announcement. Click on the "Apply Online" icon. Then follow the
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2. Verify that all of your documents appear on the table with a status of Processed.
If you choose to mail your documents, all documents must be received in the Human Resources
Branch, not later than 4:00 pm, Thursday, October 18, 2012 .
The Vacancy ID number, your name, and SSN MUST be written accurately and neatly on any
documents that you fax. If the information is inaccurate or incomplete, you may not receive
consideration for this position. The fax number is 1-478-757-3144.
Social Security Number
Enter your social security number in the space indicated. Providing your social security number is
voluntary, however we cannot process your application without it.
Vacancy Identification Number
AL-759956-NR

1. Title of Job
Soil Conservation Technician
2. Biographic Data
3. E-Mail Address
4. Work Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
5. Employment Availability
6. Citizenship
Are you a citizen of the United States
7. Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
8. Other Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
9. Languages
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
10. Lowest Grade
04
05
11. Miscellaneous Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
12. Special Knowledge
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
13. Test Location
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
14. Veteran Preference Claim
15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service
16. Availability Date
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

17. Service Computation Date
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
18. Other Date Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
19. Job Preference
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
20. Occupational Specialties
Please select Special Hiring Authority only if you are applying for consideration under a Schedule A
appointment. If documentation is not provided, you will not receive any special consideration.
001 Competitive
002 Special Hiring Authority
21. Geographic Availability
Andalusia, AL United States 1 vacancy
010090039 Andalusia, AL
22. Transition Assistance Plan
23. Job Related Experience
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
24. Personal Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.
25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:
This position requires either general or specialized experience or positive education. If you want your
education to be considered you MUST submit your college transcript(s) by the closing date of this
announcement that documents coursework, hours earned and degree earned if appropriate. NOTE: To
receive credit for college course work for internship, seminars, research, thesis, or problem courses,
you MUST provide documentation of course description from university attended.
1. Select one response from the choices shown below that reflects your education and experience. You
are to respond to questions about education and experience you have had that is related to the
requirements of this job. Do not answer positively to a question unless you are able to provide specific
examples or documentation as proof that you have had this type of education or experience at the
level you are claiming. Your narrative resume and/or other application materials must contain
evidence to support your responses. Your responses are also subject to verification through

ackground checks, job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process.
Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in you being
removed from a Federal job and in barring you from seeking Federal employment in the future.
FAILURE TO RESPOND WILL RESULT IN YOU BEING RATED NOT QUALIFIED.
A. I have at least 6 months of general experience (as shown above) AND at least 6 months specialized
experience equivalent to a GS-3 grade level that will qualify for the GS-4 grade level. (Examples of
specialized experience at this level include but are not limited to performing procedures related to
operations or practices such as use of dumpy level, alidade and planetable; control of sheet and gully
erosion; and installation of standard erosion control, irrigation, and/or drainage practices; use of soil
survey maps including soil classification and land capabilities; gather various types of field data for use
by higher graded soil conservation technicians.
B. I have successfully completed at least two years of study above the high school level, that will
qualify for the GS-4 grade level. This education included at least 12 semester hours in any
combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or
conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources, civil or
forest engineering. No more than 3 semester hours in mathematics is creditable.
C. I have a combination of at least one year of study above the high school level AND and at least 3
months of specialized experience and 3 months of general experience that is equivalent to the
specialized experience of a GS-3 grade level as described above.
D. I have at least one year Specialized Experience equivalent to GS-0458-04 or higher grade level in
the Federal Government that will qualify for the GS-5 grade level. Examples of work at this level
include but are not limited experience in designing and installing conventional conservation practices
on sites where an experienced conservationist has determined the practice to be suitable and practical
for addressing a particular natural resource concern; survey, lay out, and stakes predetermined sites;
assemble data and descriptive information covering farms, ranches, and other land units; identifies
cropland, hayland, woodland, and other land use to determine field size for mapping; explain or
demonstrates to land managers or contractors, methods of installing practices such as contour
cultivation, drainage practices, or irrigation practices; perform follow-up work with landowner by
checking progress of conservation practices under construction, resolves minor problems.
E. I have successfully completed at least a bachelor's degree with a major field of study in forestry,
range management, agriculture or equivalent leading to a bachelor's degree that included at least 24
semester hours in any combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science,
range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science,
natural resources, civil or forest engineering. No more than 6 semester hours in mathematics is
creditable. This level of education qualifies for the GS-5 grade level.
F. I have a combination of at least 2 years of study above the high school level AND at least six
months of specialized experience that is equivalent to the specialzed experience a GS-4 as described
above.
G. My education and/or experience are not reflected in either of the responses above and therefore I
do not meet the minimum qualifications required for this position.
Select one response from the choices shown below that reflects your knowledge/experience with
equipment/tools common to production agriculture (i.e. farming/ranching). You are to respond to
questions about experience you have had that is related to production agricultural. Do not answer
positively to a question unless you are able to provide specific examples or documentation as proof
that you have had this type of experience at the level you are claiming. Your narrative resume and/or

other application materials must contain evidence to support your responses. Your responses are also
subject to verification through background checks, job interviews, or any other information obtained
during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal
information can result in you being removed from a Federal job and in barring you from seeking
Federal employment in the future. FAILURE TO RESPOND MAY RESULT IN YOU BEING RATED NOT
QUALIFIED
A- I am not familiar with this equipment/tool and do not have experience in using it.
B- I am familiar with this equipment/tool, but I have not used it to perform a job.
C- I have operated this equipment/tool while being closely monitored by another person to ensure
proper use.
D- I have operated this equipment/tool frequently to accomplish a task. I have used it independently
and normally without oversight of another person.
E- I am considered an expert in operating or using this equipment/tool. I am normally the person who
is consulted by other s to assist them in its use because of my expertise.
2. Operate farm equipment (i.e. tractor, plow) to prepare land for planning a crop. My resume
validates the response level chosen.
3. Operate farm equipment (i.e. tractor, crop planter, or drill) to plant a crop. My resume validates the
response level chosen.
4. Operate farm equipment (i.e. tractor, fertilizer spreader, chemical sprayer, cultivator) to manage
crop production. My resume validates the response level chosen.
5. Operate farm equipment (i.e. combine, silage cutter, hay cutter, hay bailer, cotton picker/stripper)
to harvest a crop. My resume validates the response level chosen.
6. Perform construction/maintenance of fences using post hole digger, tamping bar, wire stretcher,
fencing pliers, post driver, and related tools or supplies to facilitate livestock operations. My resume
validates the response level chosen.
7. Perform repair/maintenance of windmills, or electric pumps, pipelines, water troughs to ensure
quality and quantity of livestock water. My resume validates the response level chosen.
8. Execute health care and maintenance of livestock operations (i.e. vaccinations, worming,
identification markings via tags, branding, etc;, dehorning, castration, weaning, and sales).

Review the list below in the following group and choose one response that best describes your
experience and/or training. Your narrative resume and/or other application materials must contain
evidence to support your responses. Your responses are also subject to verification through
background checks, job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process.
FAILURE TO RESPOND MAY RESULT IN YOU BEING RATED NOT QUALIFIED.
A- I seldom use basic mathematics to perform a task.
B- I have experience in applying 1 mathematical computation listed and use it occasionally.
C- I have experience in applying 2 mathematical computations listed.
D- I have experience in applying 3 mathematical computations listed.
E- I have experience in applying 4 mathematical computations listed.
9. Compute mathematics (as shown below) to perform job related tasks. My resume validates the
response level chosen.
--Basic addition and subtraction of whole numbers.
--Basic multiplication and division of whole numbers.
--Additional and subtraction that includes fractions.
--Multiplication and division that includes percentages.
Review the list below in the following group and choose one response that best describes your
experience and/or training. Your narrative resume and/or other application materials must contain
evidence to support your responses. Your responses are also subject to verification through
background checks, job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process.
FAILURE TO RESPOND MAY RESULT IN YOU BEING RATED NOT QUALIFIED.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in using this measurement tool.
B- I have had education or training in using this measurement tool, but have not yet used it to
perform a task.
C- I have used this measurement tool on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a
supervisor or senior employee to ensure proper use.
D- I have used this measurement tool as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently
and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in using this measurement tool. I am normally the person who is
consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
10. Obtain measurements using a steel chain or tape. My resume validates the response level chosen.

11. Operate a measuring wheel to obtain measurements. My resume validates the response level
chosen.
12. Operate Global Positioning System (GPS) to obtain measurements. My resume validates the
response level chosen.
13. Operate differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) to obtain measurements. My resume
validates the response level chosen.
14. Operate Electronic distance Measurement Instrument (DMI). My resume validates the response
level chosen.
Review the list below in the following group and choose one response that best describes your
experience and/or training. Your narrative resume and/or other application materials must contain
evidence to support your responses. Your responses are also subject to verification through
background checks, job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process.
FAILURE TO RESPOND MAY RESULT IN YOU BEING RATED NOT QUALIFIED.
A- I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor
or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and
normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I have instructed or assisted other workers in the performance of this task due to my recognized
expertise in this area.
15. Schedule and complete work by established deadlines. My resume validates the response level
chosen.
16. Make initial contact with persons who have indicated an interest in conservation work. My resume
validates the response level chosen.
17. Ensure compliance with standards and specifications pertaining to construction projects. My
resume validates the response level chosen.

18. Keep accurate records and documentation to ensure compliance with the approved plans and
specifications. My resume validates the response level chosen.
After reading the statement, select one of the following responses. Failure to respond will result in you
being rated as ineligible.
19. I am aware that knowingly and willfully withholding information or making false statements on this
application constitutes and will result in disqualification from the selection process. If the
misrepresentation is discovered after hiring, I may be subject to inquiry and suitable administrative or
disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
I understand that under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Rehabilitation Act of 1973, it
is my responsibility to request any reasonable accommodations which I require to complete the
application, testing, and/or hiring procedures.
A. I agree to these conditions and I hereby certify that all statements made by me on this application
are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
B. I do not agree to these conditions and therefore choose not to be considered for the position at this
time.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Nancy Reagan
Phone: (334)887-4544
Email: NANCY.REAGAN@AL.USDA.GOV
Agency Information:
USDA NRCS CENTRAL
3381 Skyway Drive
Auburn, AL
36830
USA
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
After a review of " ALL" applications is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If
further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
IF YOUR RESPONSES TO THE QUESTIONNAIRE ARE NOT SUPPORTED BY YOUR DOCUMENTATION AND RESUME,YOUR
SCORE CAN AND WILL BE LOWERED OR YOU MAY BE RATED AS "NOT QUALIFIED".
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