Seasonal Field Biologist & Data Technician

Fairweather, LLC; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 32,490 - 40,810; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is seeking a Biological Science Aid & Technician (Seasonal) to support water management and environmental protection efforts in Fresno, CA.

The role involves collecting and entering data, performing quality control, and assisting in in-river sampling and monitoring of salmon populations. Responsibilities include assisting with adult salmon monitoring, trap and haul operations, redd surveys, and water quality assessments, with emphasis on field data integrity and timely

Qualifications

• Six months of general experience or education to meet minimum qualifications.
• Two years of study with relevant science courses for GS-4 level; specialized experience in biology tasks.
• One year of college study with biology/related courses for GS-3/GS-4/GS-5 substitution rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection and entering data (hard copy and electronic).
• Perform quality control on data to ensure compliance with environmental statutes.
• Conduct in-river sampling and identify common fish species.
• Assist with adult salmon monitoring and trap and haul operations.
• Assist with salmon redd and carcass surveys and juvenile salmon ro tation screw trap monitoring.
• Conduct in-river water quality monitoring and identify fish species.

Skills

Data collection

Quality control

Field data organization

Fish identification

Education

Science coursework

Basic biology

Tools

None

Job description

U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is seeking a Biological Science Aid & Technician (Seasonal) to support water management and environmental protection efforts in Fresno, CA.

The role involves collecting and entering data, performing quality control, and assisting in in-river sampling and monitoring of salmon populations. Responsibilities include assisting with adult salmon monitoring, trap and haul operations, redd surveys, and water quality assessments, with emphasis on field data integrity and timely