Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
Frequently, there is an integrated approach to address resource management issues, where the incumbent works as a team leader or as a member of a team to collaboratively achieve mutual goals and objectives. Individually, as a leader, or part of a team, participates in the development of the unit wildlife project plans and program for habitat management. Performs a variety of recurring duties in the assigned area. Schedules, organizes, and executes field wildlife projects for detecting identifying and evaluating habitat management. Using prescribed procedures, the technician resolves regular and recurring problems concerning wildlife project plans for habitat management. Collects, complies and summarizes the data that is obtained on wildlife habitat and vegetation for preparation of wildlife species, range allotment, deer herd, and other maps and management plans. Compiles and summarizes the data obtains from aerial and ground surveys to determine vegetation types; conducts routine analyses; and provides the biological and vegetation data from records and fieldwork to professional personnel after checking it and developing explanations for unusually high or low figures or figures that seem inconsistent to determine past wildlife and livestock use. Collects data for big game, upland game, raptors, small mammals, and threatened and endangered species. Subsequently, assists with development of reports after higher graded employees have refined and verified the data and analyzed the results. 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-06:
(1) One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least a GS-05 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as:
Completing wildlife habitat project work, and/or assessing wildlife habitat environments, requirements, and inhabitants; and collecting field data on wildlife habitat and vegetation, species condition, location, and status for habitat management and improvement plans. Compiling biological data obtained from aerial and ground surveys to determine vegetation type, wildlife and livestock use. GS-06 there is no substitution of education for this position. 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 specialized experience equivalent to at least a GS-05 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as:
Completing wildlife habitat project work, and/or assessing wildlife habitat environments, requirements, and inhabitants; and collecting field data on wildlife habitat and vegetation, species condition, location, and status for habitat management and improvement plans. Compiling biological data obtained from aerial and ground surveys to determine vegetation type, wildlife and livestock use. GS-06 there is no substitution of education for this position. 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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0404 Biological Science Technician - Salary Range:
$18.13 to $18.13 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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