Fish and Wildlife Biologist

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Davis (WV); Remote; USD 62,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Davis, WV is seeking a Fish and Wildlife Biologist to support the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge.

The role emphasizes restoration and conservation of native species and requires submitting transcripts to verify education. The position will involve designing wildlife and habitat projects, collecting and analyzing data with GIS and statistics, and developing presentations for leadership and partners.

Qualifications

• Transcript(s) required to support claimed education. Official transcripts required if education used to qualify.
• Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalence to U.S. education.
• Substitution of education for experience requires supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, and implements wildlife and habitat management projects focusing on restoration and conservation of native, threatened, and endangered species; coordinates approvals and ensures effective project execution.
• Collects, analyzes biological and ecological data using field methods, GIS, and statistical tools; maintains databases and prepares technical reports with management recommendations.
• Develops and communicates data visualizations, summaries, and presentations for FWS leadership, partners, and stakeholders; provides technical biological guidance and outreach to internal staff, partner agencies, and community groups.

Tools

GIS

Statistical tools

Job description

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

You will serve as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist with US Fish and Wildlife Service. This position serves the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.

Key Responsibilities

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following (duties are described at the full performance level): Plans, designs, and implements wildlife and habitat management projects, focusing on restoration and conservation of native, threatened, and endangered species; coordinates approvals and ensures effective project execution.

Collects, organizes, and analyzes biological and ecological data using field methods, GIS, and statistical tools; maintains databases and prepares technical reports with management recommendations. Conducts inventories and assessments of habitat conditions and species status; investigates population trends, reproductive success, and demographic indicators to inform conservation actions.

Develops and communicates data visualizations, summaries, and presentations for FWS leadership, partners, and stakeholders; utilizes diverse methods to convey scientific findings. Provides technical biological guidance and outreach to internal staff, partner agencies, Tribal entities, conservation organizations, and community groups; builds and maintains cooperative relationships to support collaborative conservation efforts.

Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.

Requirements & Education

This position has a mandatory education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted.

Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.

For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications

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 $61722 – $97087/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-27.

Who is eligible to apply?

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