FUL - Biological Science Technician (Fish)

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Red Bluff, California is seeking a FUL - Biological Science Technician (Fish) to support field and office fisheries work.

At the full performance level (GS-07), you will conduct fish population surveys, collect samples, tag and process fish, analyze data, and prepare technical reports while coordinating with Federal, Tribal, State, and local partners. This telework-eligible, local-hire position requires residency within 75 miles of Red Bluff and may involve

Qualifications

• Submit transcripts to support education substituted for experience.
• Official transcripts required before start if education used.
• Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fish population surveys and habitat assessments in field.
• Capture, tag, and process fish; collect biological data.
• Prepare technical reports and collaborate with partners.

Job description

FUL - Biological Science Technician (Fish)

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

You will serve as a FUL - Biological Science Technician (Fish) working for the Red Bluff Fish and Wildlife Office in Red Bluff, California. This vacancy uses the Field Unit Local Hiring (FUL) Authority. Applicants must reside within 75 miles of the duty location. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.

Key Responsibilities

At the full performance level (GS-07) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Conduct fish population surveys, habitat assessments, monitoring projects, and related field investigations. Capture, handle, tag, and process fish and collect biological, environmental, and spatial data. Analyze, summarize, and maintain biological data using automated databases and software applications.

Collect and process biological samples in accordance with established protocols and quality standards. Support fisheries conservation, habitat restoration, and resource management projects through field and office activities. Prepare technical reports, data summaries, and recommendations based on study findings. Coordinate field activities and collaborate with Federal, Tribal, State, and local partners to support fisheries management objectives.

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

Requirements & Education

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. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.

https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification

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 $40736 - $59031/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.