Fisheries Field Technician: Data, Hatchery & Habitat

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); Anderson (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Uniform allowance

Motorboat operation training

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) seeks a Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) in California to support field surveys, collect data, and monitor habitats. You will record information with GPS and GIS, manage project data, and assist with hatchery-related activities where needed.

Responsibilities include data entry, analysis support, and collaboration on reports, with requirements for U.S. citizenship and background checks. Some locations may involve fieldwork and irregular hours.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience or education as described in the announcement, with duties in fisheries, hatchery, or aquatic resources.
• Education meeting the minimum requirements: four years of education above high school leading to a bachelor's degree in biology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and monitoring of fish populations, aquatic organisms, and habitats.
• Collect biological and environmental data using established sampling methods.
• Record and maintain data using GPS, GIS and other data-management tools.
• Assist with hatchery operations, including fish care and feeding where applicable.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Tools

GPS

GIS

Job description

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) seeks a Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) in California to support field surveys, collect data, and monitor habitats. You will record information with GPS and GIS, manage project data, and assist with hatchery-related activities where needed.

Responsibilities include data entry, analysis support, and collaboration on reports, with requirements for U.S. citizenship and background checks. Some locations may involve fieldwork and irregular hours.