Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)

WHO MAY APPLY

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be 18 years old
• If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, civil service employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions (proof of registration and/or exemption required). Website: http://www.sss.gov.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

FOR THE GENERALIZED EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-3 GRADE LEVEL:

Applicants must have 6 months of work experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position or experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation.

OR

EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION AT THE GS-3 GRADE LEVEL:

Successful completion of l year of study that included at least 6 semester hours in any combination of scientific or technical courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-4 GRADE LEVEL:

Applicants must have 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-03 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates:

• Experience using damage control techniques, including, but not limited to, predator, rodent and bird control toxicants, techniques, traps, snares and formulating scents and baits
• Inspecting and surveying areas with the ability to recognize various wildlife species.
• Meeting and communicating with individuals or groups.
• Recognize habits, characteristics, and habitats occupied by a variety of avian and mammalian wildlife species.

OR

EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION AT THE GS-4 GRADE LEVEL:

Successful completion of 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must be directly related to the position to be filled.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-5 GRADE LEVEL:

Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the next lower level (GS-4) in the Federal service. This experience may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates experience in:

• Using damage control techniques, including, but not limited to, predator, rodent and pest bird control techniques utilizing harassment devices, traps, and other migratory bird damage management techniques, including but not limited to, pyrotechnics, scare devices, and other various techniques as required.
• Using specialty equipment such as firearms, ATV’s, watercraft, trucks, etc.
• Preparing reports regarding activities, observations, events, and other relevant data collected. Input operations data into established and custom databases.
• Training on the control methods, procedures, technical aspects, and objectives used for wildlife damage management.
• Meeting and communicating with individuals or groups in order to mitigate wildlife conflicts.

OR

EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION AT THE GS-5 LEVEL:

• Successful completion full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses, such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. 
• At least 6 semester hours of courses must have been in wildlife biology, ecology, or management.

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-03/04/05 GRADE LEVEL: 

Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED

Applicants who meet basic minimum qualifications may be referred to the hiring manager for selection. Qualified candidates eligible for veterans’ preference will receive referral and selection priority over non-veterans.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

(if applicable to your position)

• Must obtain or have a valid state driver’s license. Operation of Government-owned or leased vehicles is required. (if this applies).
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E- Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.
• Must demonstrate a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and equipment.
• 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).