USAJOBS · 15 hours ago
Seasonal Fish Biologist
Bartlett Cove, AK , USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$33.11/hr - $33.11/hr
1+ years expThe National Park Service is seeking a Seasonal Fish Biologist to serve as a staff or technical advisor in fishery biology at Glacier Bay or Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserves. The role involves program development and implementation for the management and protection of aquatic and fishery resources and their habitats.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Planning and managing fish and aquatic resources, including creating action plans and monitoring programs with help from supervisors and partners
Collecting and studying data on fish populations, using tools like GPS and mapping software; works in the field, sometimes in remote areas by boat
Keeping track of data, by building databases, running reports, and using maps to show trends and support decisions
Writing clear reports and sharing findings, through presentations, briefings, and educational materials for both park staff and visitors
Working closely with others, including managers, scientists, agencies, and community partners, to solve problems and protect ecosystems
Handling budgets and project tracking, follows environmental rules, and use vehicles and equipment for fieldwork
Qualification
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 will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment
You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties
You may be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle and/or motorboat
You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards
Applicants must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) 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
Bachelor's Degree or higher with a major in biological science that included at least 6 semester hours in aquatic subjects such as limnology, ichthyology, fishery biology, aquatic botany, aquatic fauna, oceanography, fish culture, or related courses in the field of fishery biology; and at least 12 semester hours in the animal sciences in such subjects as general zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, entomology, parasitology, ecology, cellular biology, genetics, or research in these fields
Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in biological science (i.e., at least 30 semester hours), of which a minimum of 6 semester hours were in aquatic subjects and 12 semester hours were in the animal sciences, plus appropriate experience or additional education
At least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in Federal Service
Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position
Successful completion of at least two years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in biological science or related field of study
Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above
Benefits
An additional 3% cost of living allowance (COLA) will be added to the salary above.
You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.
Government Housing may be available.
A uniform allowance will be provided.
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