National Park Service · 6 hours ago
Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
International Falls, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe National Park Service is seeking a Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) to perform a variety of biological science technical support assignments related to wildlife. The role involves conducting wildlife surveys, capture and handling, and general natural resource management, requiring physical stamina and the ability to work in various environmental conditions.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
You will spend your time on a variety of wildlife ecology and management tasks, including wildlife surveys, wildlife capture and handling, vegetation/habitat surveys, and general natural resource management with the wetland program as well
Some data entry/data management, including use of ArcGIS, will also be integral to this position
Voyageurs National Park is a water-based park and travel by motorboat is required to conduct fieldwork
You will be expected to work in a variety of environmental conditions; weather can vary from near-freezing temperatures with rain and snow in May to hot and humid weather in late summer
You must be in good physical condition and able to hike one-way distances of up to 6 miles over rough terrain while carrying loads of 50 pounds or more
Biting insects or other pests such as black flies, deer flies, mosquitoes, and ticks are common
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship required
Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication
Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males
Direct Deposit: Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program
Drug Testing: You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use
Driver's License: You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required
You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you
Uniform: You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided
Minimum Age Requirement: 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
Motorboat Operation/Instructor Certification Course (MOCC): Applicant must be able to obtain a Motorboat Operator Certification Course (MOCC) or Motorboat Operator Instructor Certification Course (MOICC) or equivalent after entrance on duty date with in-park training
To qualify for this position at the GS-05 grade level, you must possess 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-04 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience is that experience which demonstrates that you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position
Examples of qualifying specialized experience include assisting and conducting wildlife censuses and surveys and assembling the information such as habitat use, sex age, and movement
Follow standardized procedures to collect data on condition of range, forage, or wildlife
Use statistical methods and procedures to perform testing of field data collected
Assists in control of wildlife, participates in capture, applies visual and radio tags, prepares graphs, charts, and illustrations for reports and technical publications relating to wildlife management activities
You must include hours per week worked
EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least a full four (4) year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least twenty-four (24) semester hours in any combination of scientific or technical courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics
At least six (6) semester hours are directly related to the position such wildlife biology, zoology, ornithology, etc
You must include transcripts
Successful completion of a COMBINATION of education and experience as described above
Only education beyond the sixty (60) semester hours or associate's level is considered qualifying when combined with specialized experience
Thirty (30) semester hours beyond the first sixty (60) is equivalent to six (6) months of specialized experience
For example, six (6) months of specialized experience (50% of the specialized experience requirement) and 90 semester hours with at least twelve (12) semester hours related to the position and three (3) hours directly related to the position (50 % of the education requirement) would be considered qualifying
Total must equal 100%
You must include hours per week AND transcripts
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)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking
Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your 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; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution
Benefits
Uniform allowance will be provided.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
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National Park Service
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