Fish and Wildlife Biologist

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Sacramento (CA); A distancia; USD 99.000 - 129.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

You will serve as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bay-Delta Fish and Wildlife Office, located in Sacramento, CA.

The role focuses on habitat needs of rare and listed species, Section 7 consultations, and coordination with federal, state agencies and the public. Responsibilities include reviewing regulations, advising on conservation strategies, and guiding documentation on technical aspects affecting species and habitats.

Formación

• Education must be supported by transcript(s) to verify claimed credentials.
• Unofficial transcripts accepted for review; official transcripts required before start if education was used to qualify.
• Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalence to U.S. standards.

Responsabilidades

• Advise field office staff on habitat needs of rare, candidate, proposed, and listed species for Section 7 consultations.
• Coordinate initiatives with Federal/state agencies and the public to implement Endangered Species Act programs.
• Inspect projects for compliance with policies and plans and recommend actions to ensure compliance.
• Prepare written correspondence and analyses on current conditions and future implications for species and habitats.

Descripción del empleo

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

You will serve as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Fish & Wildlife Service Region 8, Bay-Delta Fish and Wildlife Office, located in Sacramento, CA.

Key Responsibilities

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Act as technical advisor to other Field Office staff on the habitat needs of rare, candidate, proposed, and federally listed species for the purpose of Section 7 consultations with other Federal agencies and designated non-Federal representatives; consults with staff in preparation of reasonable and prudent measures, reasonable and prudent alternatives, and conservation recommendations.

Coordinate wide ranging initiatives involving other Federal and state agencies, organizations, and the public in fully implementing Endangered Species Act programs, the Federal Power Act, and the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act. Inspect projects for compliance with policies, standards, guidelines, agreements, and plans, followed by recommendations for action to assure compliance.

Review rules, regulations, legislation and statutes pertaining to rare, candidate, proposed, threatened, and endangered fish, wildlife, and plant resources. Prepare and guide the preparation of written correspondence, reports, and papers pertaining to technical aspects of work that analyzes current conditions and assesses implications of future actions on rare, candidate, proposed, threatened and endangered species, fish, wildlife, and their habitats.

Facilitates implementation of conservation actions authorized through Biological Opinions and other regulatory documents such as conservation strategies, recovery plans, and habitat management plans.

Requirements & Education

This position does not allow substituting education for experience. 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 $99218 – $128987/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

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.

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