Seasonal Biological Science Technician

Overview

A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for these parks is March–November, but the season may be extended or reduced due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

Anticipated Entry on Duty:
March 22, 2026.

Organizes, schedules, and executes a wide variety of established natural resource management projects. Plans field projects, independently choosing from among several possible courses of action at different stages of each project (e.g., selects site locations, sampling techniques, appropriate equipment, logistics). Collects and organizes field data using standardized data collection procedures and equipment; applies precedents and established techniques to new situations. Ensures adequate quality control of data collected.

Performs field and laboratory analysis of collected samples. Records all data collected and provides preliminary analysis and classification of the information.

Makes field observations of natural resource conditions. Evaluates observed conditions and problems, and interprets variables, trends, correlations, and interrelationships among data and conditions. Recommends management actions based on prescribed guidelines in existing park plans.

Prepares draft project reports which include literature research, descriptions of methods, preliminary data analysis, graphs and charts, results, and recommendations for planning, protection, and mitigation activities. Provides written comments on environmental assessments, resource management plan reviews, and park planning documents.

Provides logistical support and area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists; provides technical information, ensures quality control, and solves logistical or operational problems within the scope of the incumbent's authority.

Installs, operates, and maintains resource management equipment (e.g., tools, traps, sampling, monitoring, photographic, and laboratory equipment). Inventories equipment, evaluates quality assurance compliance, and calibrates equipment as necessary. Orders replacement parts, new equipment, and supplies.

Provides advice, assistance, and training to students, student conservation assistants, and volunteers involved in resource management projects and field research.

Utilizes a variety of computer programs to compile, reduce, store, retrieve, analyze, and report data and other resource management information, including research and long-term monitoring projects. Maintains and organizes computer databases.

Provides information to other employees and visitors about the natural resource management program. May develop and present related interpretive programs to the public.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
• Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
• Operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of official duties; a valid driver’s license is required. You must submit a Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and Driving Record, and all certified driving records from all States, as required.
• You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
• You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 2 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
• You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement (02/07/2026) unless otherwise stated. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. Your resume must clearly indicate the duties and responsibilities for each position, start and end dates, and the hours worked (e.g.,…