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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) - Owls

Port Angeles, Washington, USA

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$21.72/hr - $34.98/hr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) to work with the Pacific West Region. The role involves conducting scientific monitoring of Northern Spotted Owls and other wildlife, including data collection and habitat assessment.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Carry out a scientific monitoring program for the Northern Spotted Owl occupancy by using programmable acoustic recorders

Collect data on owl habitat and other wildlife species encountered and perform other wildlife related duties as assigned. Much of the work requires extensive overnight travel in the backcountry carrying personal and project equipment in packs weighing up to 50 lbs

Identifies spotted and barred owls, keep organized field notes, collect, and enter scientific data, and assist in field planning, site mapping, and preparing written reports

Candidates should be able to navigate using compass, topographic maps, and GPS off-trail to conduct natural resources field work

Selected candidates will perform all the duties of GS-05 positions but operate with less supervision and assist in provide training and support for newer team members

Perform the duties of lower graded positions plus will work closely with the project coordinator to manage the field component of the project to which they are assigned

Qualification

Wildlife BiologyData CollectionField ResearchBackpacking ExperienceGPS NavigationBiological Data AnalysisTeam BuildingStaminaLeadership

Required

U.S. Citizenship required

Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication

Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males

Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program

You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties

You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards

You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work

You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 16 nights per month

Applicants must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or have completed a formal vocational training program; or have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program

Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience

SELECTIVE FACTOR: This position performs natural resources field work in a rugged backcountry, wilderness setting. Experience and ability to backpack and camp for at least 6 consecutive days, carrying up to 50 pounds of gear in mountainous terrain and traveling up to 15 miles per day is required

To qualify for this position at the GS-5 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-4 grade level in the Federal service

To qualify at the GS-06 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service

To qualify at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications