Wildlife Field Technician & Data Specialist

U.S. Department of the Interior; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 3, Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, invites applications for a temporary FUL-Biological Science Technician (Wildlife). This 12-month position may extend up to two years based on needs and funding. First-time federal hires typically start at the step 1 rate.

Requires U.S. citizenship and a background check. You will plan and conduct wildlife censuses, assist in studies, monitor wildlife and habitats, collect data, and support

Qualifications

• U.S. citizens or nationals only.
• Background investigation required.
• Selective Service registration for males born after 12-31-1959.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing wildlife censuses and surveys and recommend wildlife management practices.
• Assist in planning multifaceted wildlife studies: determine research methods and reporting needs, including costs, equipment and personnel.
• Monitor wildlife, plant disease outbreaks, pest control, mowing/seeding and vegetation removal activities.
• Capture, tag wildlife and collect physiological and spatial data; collect environmental data (temperature, precipitation, wind, humidity).
• Develop databases and analyze data using standard statistics; prepare wildlife reports and publications.

Job description

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 3, Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, invites applications for a temporary FUL-Biological Science Technician (Wildlife). This 12-month position may extend up to two years based on needs and funding. First-time federal hires typically start at the step 1 rate.

Requires U.S. citizenship and a background check. You will plan and conduct wildlife censuses, assist in studies, monitor wildlife and habitats, collect data, and support