Ecology Field Technician

U.S. Department of the Interior; Town of Seneca Falls (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Interior in New York invites applications for a Biological Science Technician (GS-06). The position supports field surveys, data collection, and natural resource monitoring for plants, wildlife, and habitats.

You will use GPS and GIS for data management, maintain project records, and assist with reports and plans. This temporary appointment may extend up to 2 years and may require on-call shifts and compliance with uniform standards.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Appointment subject to background investigation.
• Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer participation required.
• Uniform standards may apply and a uniform allowance provided.

Responsibilities

• 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 GPS, GIS, and other data-management technology.
• Organize, enter, and maintain natural resource project data.
• For GS-06: independently conduct monitoring and management activities, operate field equipment, organize data, and assist with reports and plans.

Skills

Field surveys

Data collection

GPS

GIS

Data management

Tools

GPS devices

GIS software

Job description

The U.S. Department of the Interior in New York invites applications for a Biological Science Technician (GS-06). The position supports field surveys, data collection, and natural resource monitoring for plants, wildlife, and habitats.

You will use GPS and GIS for data management, maintain project records, and assist with reports and plans. This temporary appointment may extend up to 2 years and may require on-call shifts and compliance with uniform standards.