Biological Science Technician (Fish)

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The incumbent serves as a Biological Science Technician (Fish) in support of biological programs responsible for conserving fish, wildlife, and/or plants, their habitats, conservation of at-risk species, mitigation, restoration, and recovery of listed species. This may include work at a Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office, Hatchery, Refuge, or Temporary Field Camp. Only experience and education obtained by 07/13/2026 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position, you must possess the Minimum Qualification. Minimum Qualification [GS-5] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-4 in the Federal service performing work in the field of, or directly related to, biological science. Examples of qualifying experience may include (1) assisting in the collection of data in the field; (2) entering data into simple automated databases; and/or (3)using basic fish capture equipment; OR Completion of a four-year course of study above the high-school level leading to a bachelor's degree that included coursework in the field of, or directly related to, biological science; OR A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement. Minimum Qualification [GS-6] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-5 in the Federal service performing work in the field of, or directly related to, biological science. Examples of qualifying experience may include (1) assisting in planning the logistics of and carrying out the collection of data in the field; (2) entering data into automated databases with minim oversight; (3) maintaining and using fish capture equipment; and/or (4) summarizing data using a variety of database soft ware programs or other presentation approaches. 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. Promotion Potential: This position involves a multi-grade career ladder GS-5/6/7/8. The full performance level of this position is GS-8. At lower grade levels, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-8. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher level work, and availability of funds. The selectee may be promoted without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

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