Biological Science Technician (Bears) (Seasonal)

National Park Service; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service is seeking Biological Science Technicians to support field work and protect natural resources in the Intermountain Region. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period runs April–October, with potential variation due to weather and funding; anticipated entry on duty in April 2027.

The role includes bear-focused duties such as capture operations, hazing, data collection, and wildlife management, requiring adherence to safety protocols and coordination with field teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bear capture operations using traps, leg-hold snares, jab-stick and free-dart techniques.
• Conduct bear hazing operations.
• Collect/record biological field data.
• Use firearms for wildlife management duties under safety protocols during trapping/handling.
• Manage people and traffic at roadside bear jams.
• Chemical immobilization of captured bears (GS-7 only).

Job description

Open: October 5, 2026 — Closes: October 13, 2026

Summary

Biological Science Technicians perform field and technical work to monitor, manage, and protect natural resources, including plants, wildlife, aquatic resources, and their habitats. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Intermountain Region is April-October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April, 2027.

Major Duties

Some of the Biological Science Technician (Bears) Duties include but are not limited to: Assist with bear capture operations using/setting culvert traps, leg-hold snares, jab-stick, and free-dart techniques. Conduct bear hazing operations. Collect/record biological field data. Use firearms for wildlife management duties (hazing of habituated wildlife, aggressive, injured wildlife, safety protocols during the trapping/handling of wildlife, protection of team members). Manage people and traffic at roadside bear-jams. Chemical immobilization of captured bears (GS-7 only).