Wildlife Refuge Habitat Specialist

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The FUL-Wildlife Refuge Specialist at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service serves at the Chesapeake Marshlands Complex in Cambridge, Maryland.

You will contribute to wildlife and habitat management, assist with data collection, habitat monitoring, and public outreach activities. The position supports telework with supervisor approval and requires meeting federal qualification standards, including education in zoology or wildlife biology and time-in-grade considerations.

Qualifications

• Basic degree in zoology, wildlife management, or related biology with appropriate coursework.
• Combination of education and experience as described in the vacancy.
• Time-in-Grade requirements apply for federal service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with wildlife or habitat management field activities and collect biological data.
• Monitor habitat conditions and contribute to habitat restoration efforts.
• Support reviews of land-use proposals and identify potential impacts for senior staff.
• Assist with public-facing programs, outreach events, and educational materials.

Skills

Wildlife monitoring

Data collection

Public outreach

Education

Degree in zoology or wildlife biology

Graduate study in related wildlife field

Job description

The FUL-Wildlife Refuge Specialist at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service serves at the Chesapeake Marshlands Complex in Cambridge, Maryland.

You will contribute to wildlife and habitat management, assist with data collection, habitat monitoring, and public outreach activities. The position supports telework with supervisor approval and requires meeting federal qualification standards, including education in zoology or wildlife biology and time-in-grade considerations.