Biological Science Technician (Temporary)

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Town of Seneca Falls (NY)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 39,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Seneca Falls, NY is seeking a Biological Science Technician (Temporary) to perform field and technical work monitoring and protecting natural resources, including plants, wildlife, and habitats.

This is a temporary position expected not to exceed one year, with possible extension to a total of two years at management's discretion. Responsibilities include conducting surveys, collecting data, using GPS and GIS, and maintaining project records.

Qualifications

Transcripts must be submitted if education is used to qualify, with name, school, credits, course level, major(s), and GPA or ranking.
Foreign education credentials must be evaluated to show equivalence or credit as applicable.

Responsibilities

Conduct surveys and monitoring of natural resources, habitats, and ecological conditions.
Collect biological and environmental data using established field methods and equipment.
Record and maintain project data using GPS, GIS and other data-management technology.

Skills

Field data collection

GPS usage

GIS data handling

Environmental monitoring

Data management

Tools

GPS

GIS

Job description

Biological Science Technician (Temporary)

Hiring Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Biological Science Technicians perform field and technical work to monitor, manage, and protect natural resources, including plants, wildlife, aquatic resources, and their habitats. This is a temporary position expected to last, Not to Exceed One (1) Year, but may be extended up to a total of 2 years at management's discretion.

Key Responsibilities

Some of the Biological Science Technician (General) Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Conduct surveys and monitoring of natural resources, including plants, wildlife, aquatic resources, habitats, and other ecological conditions. Collect biological and environmental data and specimens using established field methods, protocols, and equipment.

Record and maintain project data using Global Positioning System (GPS), Geographic Information System (GIS), and other data-management technology. Organize, enter, and maintain natural resource project data.

Additional duties for GS-06: You may independently conduct natural resource monitoring and management activities using established methods; operate and maintain specialized field equipment; organize and evaluate project data; and assist with project implementation, data analysis, and preparation of reports and plans.

Requirements & Education

To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign education programs and that (1) deemed your education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program, or (2) given full credit for courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $21.91 – $28.48/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-13.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.