Remote-Eligible Fish & Wildlife Biologist (ESA & Habitat)

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 99,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

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.