USAJOBS · 1 day ago
FISH AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST
Multiple Locations, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $116K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Fish and Wildlife Biologist for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, working in Texas for the R2-Texas Coastal Ecological Services Field Office. The role involves conducting ecological investigations, consultations under the Endangered Species Act, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with environmental policies and goals.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Independently conducts consultations pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, focused on activities related to Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) projects in Cameron County, Texas
Plans, investigates, conducts, and reviews on-site ecological investigations on a wide variety of complex and diverse Federal land and water resource development proposals to determine their effects on fish and wildlife resources
Participates in diverse, complex, and multi-disciplinary planning efforts with public and private groups and state, local, and Federal agencies to achieve Service policies, objectives, and goals
Negotiates mitigation of complex project impacts with project proponents and regulatory agencies and develops reasonable and prudent alternatives and conservation recommendations or measures
Monitors projects for compliance with policies, standards, guidelines, agreements, and plans; makes recommendations for action to assure compliance
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation
Driver's License: This position requires the incumbent to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of their official duties. Selectee must hold and maintain a valid state driver's license throughout their employment in this position
A condition of employment for accepting this position: You will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated
Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov
Possess a Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR
Possess a combination of education and experience which includes courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education
One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-09 in the Federal service. Experience includes: 1) conducting investigations of moderate complexity to determine the impact of various land and water development projects upon the fish and/or wildlife resources of an area; 2) assisting in developing comprehensive fish and/or wildlife management plans; 3) assisting in preparing and reviewing biological implications of environmental assessment/impact statements or comprehensive resource planning reports to evaluate environmental consequences of proposed actions; and 4) implementing federal environmental laws (i.e., Endangered Species Act, specifically Sections 7 and 10; Clean Water Act; Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act; National Environmental Policy Act), regulations, and policies involving natural resource issues. NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient information in these areas to be found qualified; OR
Completed 3 years of graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in wildlife biology, ecology, or a directly related field appropriate to this position; OR
A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement
One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-11 in the Federal service. Experience includes: 1) independently conducting biological or ecological investigations into complex consequences of proposed land or water projects, on endangered species and their habitats; 2) negotiating alternative actions or mitigation measures; 3) developing habitat conservation or restoration projects; 4) serving as a technical advisor on the Endangered Species Act for other staff, government agencies, land owners, private interest groups, etc.; and 5) preparing biological portions of environment assessment/impact statements or comprehensive resource planning reports. NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient information in these areas to be found qualified
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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