USFWS Biological Science Technician | Whiteriver, AZ | Closes 10/24/2016

USFWS Biological Science Technician

OPENING DATE: 10/07/2016

CLOSING DATE: 10/24/2016

DEPARTMENT: U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

JOB TYPE: Full-time – Temporary

SALARY: $32,318 – $42,012 / Per Year

POSITION OVERVIEW:

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RELOCATION EXPENSES:

Relocation expenses are not authorized.

This is a temporary appointment, not-to-exceed 1040 hours in a service year. The employee may be rehired in subsequent years as long as 1040 hours has not been exceeded in the previous year.

In November and early December, the duties will be intermittent in nature, 10-15 hours a week. Starting in late May or early June, 2017, the position will be 40 hours a week, up until 1039 hours have been reached within the first year of service.

The employee will perform a variety of basic operational tasks in support of programs conducted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Arizona Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office. The employee will be stationed in Whiteriver, Arizona, but will assist with projects across the entire state.

All application materials and supporting documentation must be received by the closing date of this announcement (including Veterans Preference documentation).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Background Investigation
• One-year probation period
• Physical Examination
• Possess and maintain a valid State driver’s license
• May be required to wear the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service uniform

One year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level in the Federal service, but could have been gained in the private and/or public sectors. Examples of specialized experience may include: enter and analyze biological data using various computer programs; collect biological data including age, sex, species, and mass; operate a variety of equipment; collect biological data on plant species; identify invasive plant species.

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Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must have been directly related to the position to be filled. PLEASE NOTE: If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts.

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Possess a combination of education and experience that is equivalent to a major in a biological science. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirements. Two full academic years of study, or 60 semester hours, beyond the second year is equivalent to l year of specialized experience.

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Requirements:

You must submit a copy of your transcripts (official or unofficial photocopy) to support your educational claims if you are qualifying for the position based on education.  Failure to submit this documentation by the closing date will result in disqualification from further consideration.  Official transcripts will be required if you are selected to fill the position.  College transcripts are still required if you currently occupy or previously occupied the series for which you are applying.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work is often strenuous and conducted in remote locations. Weights carried over rough terrain regularly exceed 50 pounds. Considerable driving, hiking, climbing, rafting, and aircraft transport are required. Camping outdoors for extended periods of time in remote locations will be required.

Employee must have average to above average dexterity and must be able to function under stress, unexpected interruptions, and delays while trying to accomplish work in coordination with activities of Tribal, State, and Federal cooperators.

Work includes both office and outdoor settings. As much as 90% of the work is performed outdoors. The office is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. In the performance of outdoor work, temperature extremes vary from below zero to above 115° F, depending on the season and location.

During the summer, the lower body, hands, and arms are not protected from the elements, and are exposed for extended periods of time. During winter, the lower body is kept dry with hip boots, waders, or dry/wet suits, but the arms and hands are exposed to water temperatures below 50° F.

The employee is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow workers, or property with which entrusted.

 

To apply visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/451521400/