Supervisory Biological Scientist (Irradiation Manager)

USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS); Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 106,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive (may beauthorized

Emergency response program

Job summary

USDA APHIS is seeking a Biologist to lead the New World Screwworm Facilities unit at Moore Airforce Base. The role includes directing programs, ensuring radiation safety training, and managing budget and personnel to meet long-term objectives.

Qualified applicants will have a biology-related degree and specialized experience in program operations, budgeting, and staff guidance. This position offers pathways for leadership within APHIS and related emergency-response responsibilities.

Qualifications

• BASIC REQUIREMENT: Degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines.
• PLUS specialized experience: develop SOPs, interpret program objectives, assist in budget/resource planning, and advise employees.
• Transcripts required if coursework is essential for qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and technical direction in program formulation and policy execution.
• Develop and update budget/resource plans for the unit and shared services.
• Supervise subordinates, recruit, evaluate performance, and address issues.
• Review and revise plans to meet long- and short-range objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Budget planning

Policy interpretation

Staff supervision

Education

Biology or related degree

Job description

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Job Summary

This position is located within Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Veterinary Services (VS). The incumbent provides leadership and supervision to the NWSF at Moore Airforce Base (MAB). The incumbent is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and direction of the assigned Unit in the New World Screwworm Facilities. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized but not guaranteed.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. BASIC REQUIREMENT: Biologist (0401): Degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience: post high school education with courses equivalent to a major, which is defined as 24 semester/36 quarter hours, in the biological sciences, agriculture, natural resources management, chemistry or related disciplines appropriate to the position, PLUS appropriate experience or additional course work. AND In addition to the basic requirement, applicants must meet the specialized experience requirements below: FOR THE 0401 SERIES GS-13 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-12 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Development of operational contract requirements and development of Standard Operating Procedures. Interpreting broad program and policy objectives. Assisting in evaluating the effectiveness of program operations in terms of long- and short-range objectives and time schedules and utilization of resources. Giving advice or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Assisting in the development of budget and resource plans for the shared services units. There is no education substitution for the 0401 series at this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: This position requires specific coursework or a degree in a specific field to be basically qualified. This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Major Duties

The duties may include, but are not limited to:This position involves work with radiation sources as part of assigned duties. The incumbent is required to complete, maintain, and successfully pass all mandatory radiation safety training and certifications.Provides leadership and technical direction in the formulation and execution of programs and policies, and develops and updates budget and resource plans for the assigned unit.Supervising subordinates more than 25% of the time including, but not limited to, recruitment, selecting, appraising, rewarding, and addressing performance problems.Ensures the uniform application of standards and criteria for evaluating shared services program planning, results, and conclusions.Develops and updates budget and resource plans for the shared services units.Evaluate the effectiveness of program operations in terms of long- and short-range objectives and time schedules and utilization of resources.Reviews progress of unit, working with the Branch Chief to make appropriate revisions or modifications of plans.

Position Start Date

10/13/2026

Position Close Date

10/19/2026

Salary Offered

106437 - 138370 USD Per Year

You can make a difference! The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) needs bright, energetic and committed professionals to facilitate the domestic and international marketing of U.S. agricultural products and to protect the health and care of animals and plants in the United States. We operate in domestic and global markets. Be part of an organization that protects the health and agriculture of the American people. Join our team! To learn more about what it's like to work at the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, what the agency does, and the types of careers, please visit the APHIS careers site. APHIS is an emergency response agency. This means that all Agency employees may be asked or assigned to participate in rotating temporary duty assignments to support emergency programs at some time during their careers with APHIS. For details click: APHIS Emergency Response