Field Scientist: Invasive Species Strike Team

U.S. Department of the Interior; Hawaii; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Kaua'i National Wildlife Refuge Complex on Kaua'i, Hawai'i, is hiring a Biological Science Technician (Invasive Species Strike Team).

This field-based role supports Hanalei, Huleia and Kilauea Point refuges with invasive species surveys, management, and data reporting. At the GS-07 level, duties include planning studies, applying IPM techniques, data entry in GIS, map creation, and coordinating with staff and conservation crews.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and conducting field surveys for ecological projects.
• Ability to implement integrated pest management and pest control practices.
• Proficiency with GIS data, maps, and basic statistical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing surveys and inventories of invasive species.
• Monitor and assist in planning invasive species control measures.
• Develop databases and prepare reports using standard statistical methods.
• Operate field equipment and GIS tools for data collection and mapping.
• Provide guidance to staff and volunteers during field activities.
• Communicate findings to team and partner agencies.

Skills

Survey planning

Invasive species control

GIS data management

Field operations

Data analysis

Team guidance

Tools

GIS software

Database software

Job description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Kaua'i National Wildlife Refuge Complex on Kaua'i, Hawai'i, is hiring a Biological Science Technician (Invasive Species Strike Team).

This field-based role supports Hanalei, Huleia and Kilauea Point refuges with invasive species surveys, management, and data reporting. At the GS-07 level, duties include planning studies, applying IPM techniques, data entry in GIS, map creation, and coordinating with staff and conservation crews.