Deadline: Tue, 09/20/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: USDA Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: Virginia Location Detail: Manassas Job Description: • Responsible for organizing and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement. • Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs in close consultation with higher-level management. • Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices. 3 • Assists Wildlife Biologists by correctly identifying current, and forecasting future damage, problems and relating them to the damage-causing species. • Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual situations. • Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations. • Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program. • Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events. • Assists in conducting demonstrations and training for others, including other cooperators or other interested groups, on WDM methods, procedures, and program objectives. • Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies. • Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and oversight by supervisor. • Performs other duties, as required Qualifications: • Experience using lethal and non-lethal wildlife damage control techniques and tools • Experience working within local, state, and national rules and regulations as they apply to wildlife policies and procedures • Experience preparing reports regarding activities, observations, events, and other relevant data collected • Identifying various species of wildlife OR 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 scientific or technical 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 • Must obtain or have a valid state driver’s license. Operation of Government-owned or leased vehicles is required. (if this applies) • As a condition of employment, appropriate security clearance is required for this position. • Position is subject to random and applicant drug testing. • Must demonstrate a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and equipment. 5 • To perform the essential duties of this position, you must have the legal and physical ability to possess and discharge firearms. You must be able to pass a government background check and meet any additional requirements to carry and use firearms. A background check will include answering questions about where you’ve lived, worked, went to school, and any military history or police records. Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check). Salary: $40,883 - $59,246 per year, salary may vary depending on pay grade for which the selectee is qualified
