Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 (PCN 111870)
State of Alaska
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Seasonal-Biological Science Technician (Invasive Species)
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Department of the Interior
Location
Salary
$22.07 - $28.69
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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GS-5 Pay Grade
Base salary range: $33,878 - $44,042
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience. Bachelor's degree.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This seasonal job involves working outdoors in Alaska to spot and manage invasive plants and animals that harm local ecosystems, including monitoring wildlife, removing unwanted vegetation, and mapping pest locations using GPS.
It's a temporary role lasting less than six months, ideal for someone with a background in biology or related fields who enjoys hands-on environmental work and doesn't mind remote, rugged conditions.
A good fit would be an entry-level enthusiast with some field experience or relevant education, ready for physical tasks in a conservation setting.
Key Requirements
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-04, such as identifying invasive species, monitoring populations, and assisting in control efforts
- OR a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in biology, chemistry, entomology, botany, or related fields, with at least 24 semester hours including 6 hours directly related to the position
- OR a combination of education and experience that meets 100% of the GS-05 qualification
- Ability to perform outdoor physical tasks like mowing, seeding, vegetation removal, and wildlife monitoring
- Proficiency in data collection, recording, and GPS mapping of pest species
- Temporary seasonal appointment limited to less than 6 months or 1040 hours per service year
- Experience can include paid, unpaid, or volunteer work in relevant areas
Full Job Description
This position is a Biological Science Technician (Invasive Species), GS- 0404-5 working in Kenai, AK for the Assistant Regional Director-Ecological Services.
Cost of Living Allowance: In addition to the yearly salary, this position is entitled to a 3.00% cost-of-living allowance (COLA) https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/pay-systems/nonforeign-areas/#url=COLA-Rates .This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment, and rate decrease.
Only experience and education obtained by 03/10/2026 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Minimum Qualification.
Minimum Qualification [GS-05] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-04 in the Federal service.
Experience includes: Experience identifying invasive species and organisms; Identifying target species and populations; Monitoring and assisting in the control of nuisance and invasive species; Assisting with wildlife monitoring, mowing/seeding activities, vegetation removal, and GPS mapping of pest species; data collection and recording.
OR A Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university with a major field of study, or at least 24 semester hours of study, in biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics.
At least 6 semester hours of the coursework is directly related to the position being filled.
OR A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement 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 Seasonal-Biological Science Technician (Invasive Species) your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Identifying invasive species and organisms Identifying target species and populations Monitoring and assisting in the control of nuisance and invasive species Assisting with wildlife monitoring, mowing/seeding activities, vegetation removal, and GPS mapping of pest species Data collection and recording
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