Seasonal Biological Science Technician

Full Job Description

The purpose of the position is to perform routine and uncomplicated biological science tasks common to natural resource management.

Open to the first 50 applicants or until 02/02/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Qualifications: All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-02/02/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience.

To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time).

If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience.

To qualify for this position at the GS-05 grade level, you must possess at least 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).

This experience includes activities such as: Participating in biological field studies; Collecting data on Wildlife, Fisheries, or Plants following standardized procedures; Mixing and spraying herbicide to treat invasive plant species; Performing testing of field data collected; and safely handling firearms.

-OR- EDUCATION: Successful completion of a full four (4) year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 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 as botany, forest ecology, silviculture, plant ecology, wildlife biology, zoology, ornithology etc.

-OR- COMBINATION: A combination of specialized experience as described above, and education as described above which total 100 percent.

Only education beyond the first 60 semester hours above high school is considered qualifying when combined with specialized experience.

Thirty semester hours beyond the first 60 is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience.

For example, 6 months of specialized experience (50% of the specialized experience requirement) and 90 semester hours with at least 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.

NOTE: If you are qualifying based in part, upon education, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts.

To qualify for this position at the GS-06 grade level, you must possess at least 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-05 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors).

This experience includes activities such as: Leading biological field studies and assembling the information; Leading or coordinating volunteers or youth work groups in carrying out science related activities; Using Geographic Information System (GIS) software to compile and report data; Mixing and spraying herbicide to treat invasive plant species; Using radio telemetry to locate collared animals; and unsupervised safe use and handling of firearms.

-OR- EDUCATION: Successful completion one (1) full year of graduate education that is directly related to the work of the position.

NOTE: Graduate education meets the specialized experience required above GS-5 only in those instances where it is directly related to the work of the position.

One (1) year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent one (1) year of full-time study.

If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the one (1) year of full-time study requirement.

Part-time graduate education is creditable in accordance with its relationship to a year of full-time study at the school attended.

-OR- COMBINATION: A combination of specialized experience as described above, and graduate education as described above which total 100 percent.

Completion of a percentage of the specialized experience and education listed above and when combined totals 100%.

NOTE: If you are qualifying based in part, upon education, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts.

Volunteer Experience: 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:

MAJOR DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: GS-05 Work as part of a team, as well as independently, to treat invasive plant populations throughout the park using broadcast herbicide spraying techniques and manual removal.

Ensure that herbicides are used in a safe manner, following label instructions, and that equipment is calibrated appropriately for the task at hand.

Work closely with supervisors, volunteers, coworkers, and team leaders, on a daily basis, to ensure the safety of the team and maximize project success in the field.

Routinely operate field radios, Trimble GPS devices, telemetry equipment, optics, and navigational equipment. Map invasive species locations using Trimble devices.

Work as part of a team, as well as independently, to map prairie-dog populations in the park.

Perform elk population surveys, in rugged back-country terrain, using GPS locations and telemetry equipment to find and record elk group locations and demographics.

Record field data and collect biological and morphological samples/measurements for various projects, in addition to assisting in record-keeping and shipping samples to appropriate labs.

Potential to assist with bison management and capture events in the park and work as part of an expansive team to ensure staff safety, animal welfare, and project success.

GS-06 Lead biological field studies and record and assemble data. Coordinate volunteers and youth work groups in stewardship and science activities.

Assist with horse management data collection and processing. Develop and/or update standardized procedures on collecting Wildlife, Fisheries, or Plants data.

Use Geographic Information System (GIS) software to compile and report data and other resource management information.

Prepare graphs, charts, and illustrations for reports and technical publications related to biological management activities PLEASE NOTE: This position requires you to use firearms for lethal removal of animals, requiring you to have access to firearms and ammunition to include safe handling, storing and use of firearms for wildlife management purposes while performing duties such as protection from dangerous animals, wildlife management and capture.

You will be required to handle and use firearms as a regular part of this position. Prior extensive experience with firearms is desirable.

Area Information: Theodore Roosevelt National Park is located in the badlands of western North Dakota and includes the Theodore Roosevelt Wilderness Area.

The park consists of three separate units: South Unit, Elkhorn Ranch Unit, and North Unit.

The colorful Little Missouri River badlands provide a scenic backdrop to Theodore Roosevelt National Park, which is home to a variety of plants and abundant wildlife.

The headquarters office for the park is located in the South Unit in Medora, ND (population 100). This is a seasonal town with a variety of services available from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Complete services and a university are located in Dickinson (population 25,000), 35 miles to the east.

The North Unit is located 16 miles south of Watford City, ND (population 2,500), and is 70 miles by road from park headquarters. Limited medical facilities and shopping are located in Watford City.

Complete services and a college are located in Williston, 60 miles northwest, and complete services and a university are located in Dickinson, 70 miles southeast.

Summers are warm and sunny with temperatures occasionally reaching above 100 degrees F. Afternoon thunderstorms are common. Theodore Roosevelt National Park GOVERNMENT HOUSING MAY BE AVAILABLE.