Fisheries & Aquatic Resources Technician

U.S.-Fish-; Anderson (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S.-Fish- in California seeks Biological Science Technicians to perform field and technical work to monitor, manage, and protect aquatic resources and habitats. The role supports various seasons with an expected December–February entry period, depending on weather and program needs.

Qualifications emphasize specialized experience or education in biology or related fields, with a focus on fisheries, aquatic habitats, and data collection.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4 level in the federal service.
• Education: four years of college leading to a bachelor's degree in a related scientific/technical field; or 24 semester hours with at least 6 related to ichthyology/fishery biology.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education to meet 100% of qualification standards.
• For GS-07, one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-06 level in the Federal service.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct fisheries, hatchery, or aquatic resource field or laboratory assignments.
• Conduct fish population, aquatic species, or habitat surveys and monitoring.
• Collect, record, and analyze biological and environmental data.
• Operate and maintain fisheries sampling and monitoring equipment.

Job description

U.S.-Fish- in California seeks Biological Science Technicians to perform field and technical work to monitor, manage, and protect aquatic resources and habitats. The role supports various seasons with an expected December–February entry period, depending on weather and program needs.

Qualifications emphasize specialized experience or education in biology or related fields, with a focus on fisheries, aquatic habitats, and data collection.