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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Seasonal - Biological Science Technician (Avian)

Multiple Locations, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$27.07/hr - $35.19/hr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Avian) to support the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The role involves conducting field projects related to avian biology, collecting data on bird populations, and operating in remote field conditions.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Knowledge of avian biology and ecology sufficient to complete field projects

Collect detailed data on avian populations without direct daily supervision. Data is collected on abundance, behavior, habitat, sex and age structure, and seasonal movements. Identify Alaska birds by sight and sound

Work in remote field camps and operate equipment including, but not limited to: boats, temporary structures, camp stoves, generators, radios and satellite phones

Collect avian morphometric data, mark/recapture data and biological samples by capturing, measuring, bleeding, and marking birds

Use computers to tabulate, manage and analyze basic data on avian populations without direct daily supervision

Lead field camps including planning logistics, developing work plans/schedules, providing instruction, and working with others

Qualification

Avian biology knowledgeField data collectionField equipment operationData analysis skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National

Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation

Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service

One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-06 in the Federal service

One (1) full year of graduate education (18 semester/27 quarter hours) in biological sciences with course work directly related to the work of this position such as avian ecology, ornithology, wildlife management (birds), etc

A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement

PROOF OF EDUCATION: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name

If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts

If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society

One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study

If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program

Benefits

Cost of Living Allowance: In addition to the yearly salary, this position is entitled to 1.49% or 3.00% cost-of-living allowance.

Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave.

Effective January 2015, employees on temporary appointments may be eligible for health benefits through the Federal Employees Health Benefits program.