Employer USDA, Wildlife Services Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills DUTIES:Responsible for conducting direct control operations planned and organized by others to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement. Uses wildlife damage management (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.Utilizes working knowledge of WDM methods and strategies to independently recommend appropriate WDM strategies which alleviate wildlife damage for cooperators and the general public through technical assistance. May be required to use chemical immobilization and euthanasia drugs to capture and handle wildlife under the general guidance of a higher-graded or more experienced employee. Assists Wildlife Biologists or higher-graded staff by correctly identifying common, current or recent damage problems and relating them to the damage-causing species. Determines and selects the most effective means of control through consultation with supervisor or other higher-graded or more experienced employees. May recommend and facilitate the submission and receipt of depredation permits for the general public through the appropriate U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Migratory Bird Office. Maintains inventories and compiles reports of government-provided equipment and supplies including locations, acquisitions, returns, losses, and reason therefore. Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, events. Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with relevant Federal and State agencies. Demonstrates a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices and materials, and equipment. Conducts all operations using approved safety procedures and in accordance with local, State and Federal laws and regulations, and USDA, APHIS, and WS policies. Obtains and maintains pesticide applicator licenses, permits, or other similar authorizations as necessary. Performs other duties, as required. MINIMUM ELIGIBLITY REQUIREMENTS: To qualify, applicants MUST meet all minimum qualification requirements, except Medical Requirements, by the closing date of the announcement. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Specialized experience at the GS-5 grade level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-4 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, federal) sectors which demonstrate experience in:- Experience in wildlife damage mitigation methods and techniques. Experience using lethal and non-lethal animal control techniques.- Conducting basic computer operations for record keeping, data analysis, report writing and correspondence. ORSuccessful 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, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics, with at least 6 semester hours in wildlife.ORCombination of Education and Experience at the GS-5 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.For the GS-6 Grade Level:Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-5 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, federal) sectors which demonstrates experience in:- Dealing with human-wildlife conflicts and principles of wildlife damage management.- The requirements of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), Endangered Species Act, and National Environment Policy Act.- Conducting wildlife damage assessments, counts and abundance surveys.- The use of firearms, traps, snares, pesticides, immobilizing drugs, pyrotechnics, electronic harassment devices, and other non-lethal control tools.- Creating/maintaining public contacts to formulate assistance strategies that incorporate technical assistance and operational control techniques.ORSuccessfully completed 1 year of graduate education (18 semester hours) in wildlife.ORCombination of education & experience at the GS-06 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.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. • Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to havefederal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more aboutE- Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.• 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. • In order 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).• Occasional travel may be required • Initial trial period may be required Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Counties of South Carolina: Dillon, Horry, Marion – 1 position, located in one of these counties Salary: GS 5: $40,736 - $52,957 per year GS 6: $45,409 - $ 59,031 per year Job Benefits: REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:Resume (include days/months/years worked, work schedule, and grade level if federal1) Personal information such as name, address, contact information2) Education3) Detailed work experience related to this position as described in the announcement includingWork schedule, Hours worked per week,Dates of employment; Title, series, grade (if applicable)4) All supervisors' phone numbers and if they may be contacted5) Other qualifications, such as transcripts (if qualifying on education)Resume cannot exceed two pages.Transcripts (if qualifying on education must have been obtained from an accredited institution. Education completed in a foreign institution must include an evaluation by an organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs that it was deemed equivalent to an accredited U.S. education program, see: Foreign Education Evaluation. All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation. DD-214 (Member 4 copy) VA letter required for applicable Veteran Preference, if applicable. Current active duty members must submit a certification that they are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. HOW TO APPLY: Additional materials not listed above (i.e. position descriptions, training certificates, etc.) may not be considered. Applicants who do not submit the required items listed above will not be considered. Applications with all supporting documents must be submitted to the contact office and must be RECEIVED by the CLOSING DATE of this announcement.Interested individuals should send a resume (cannot exceed two pages), transcripts, veteran documentation (if applicable) to the address listed here. Application materials sent by e-mail must be received by 4:00pm on closing date to be considered. Photographs of application materials are not allowed.CONTACT:Noel Myers, State Director400 Northeast Drive, Suite LColumbia, SC 29203(803) 477-3151noel.e.myers@usda.gov Application Deadline: Fri, 02/20/2026 - 12:00pm
