Biological Science Tech (Wildlife)

Full Job Description

This position is a Biological Science Technician, GS- 0404-7 working in Warsaw, VA for the Eastern Virginia Rivers National Wildlife Refuge.

This is a temporary position expected to last 1039 Hours or 6 months. Only experience and education obtained by 03/27/2026 will be considered.

In order to qualify for this position you must possess the Minimum Qualification.

Minimum Qualification [GS-7] One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-6 grade level in the Federal service.

Examples of specialized experience may include: basic and applied habitat restoration techniques of wetland habitats for the benefit of various species; experience in the practices/techniques and terminology related to wildlife management and habitats; capturing, handling and monitoring a variety of species; experience working with laws and regulations, as well as policies pertaining to the protection of a variety of federally listed species and their habitat; using computer technology to maintain and retrieve information from automated data systems, and statistical software programs in order to develop reports; working with and leading volunteers in a natural resource environment.

NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient detail of this level of work, i.e., complete begin/end dates, hours worked per week, duties performed, etc. for each timeframe for consideration.

OR One (1) full year of graduate level education (18 semester hours or equivalent) in a discipline that is directly related to this position, such as biology or wildlife management.

NOTE: Transcripts are required.

OR A combination of specialized experience as described above and graduate-level education that is directly related to the position, that when prorated, combine to meet the qualification requirements of this position.

Experience and education are each computed as percentages of their requirements and must equal at least 100 percent when combined, including at least 6-semester hours of coursework directly related to the position being filled.

NOTE: Transcripts are required.

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).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

This is a temporary appointment intended for seasonal work that is less than 6 months or 1040 hours from the date of appointment/service year.

It is expected this position will be terminated upon completion of the seasons work.

The agency may non-competitively rehire an eligible temporary seasonal worker in subsequent years who works less than 6 months or 1040 hours in their service year.

As a Biological Science Tech (Wildlife) your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Plan and Implement wildlife censuses and surveys and recommends wildlife management practices.

Plan multifaceted wildlife studies by contributing ideas, determining research methods, establishing practical procedures for accomplishing and reporting the work and determining other needs, such as costs, equipment, and personnel.

Monitors and assists in control of wildlife, plant disease outbreaks, pest plant control, mowing/seeding activities, and vegetation removal.

Monitors elements of the physical environment, such as temperature, precipitation, stream flow, snow depth, wind speed, and humidity.

Captures, applies visual and radio tags, and gathers physiological and spatial data on wildlife.

Develops databases and analyzes data using standard statistical methods and procedures in preparation of wildlife reports.

Enters and retrieves data from the Geographic Information System and/or other information management systems.

Develops graphs, charts and illustrations for reports and technical publications using computer software, such as Microsoft PowerPoint and Harvard graphics.

Provides work direction and guidance to biological technicians and volunteers and YCC enrollees, including safe handling of tools and operation of motorized vehicles and water craft.