This position is a Biological Science Technician (Invasive Species), GS- 0404-5 working in Kenai Alaska. Cost of Living Allowance: In addition to the yearly salary, this position is entitled to a 3.00% cost-of-living allowance (COLA) https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/pay-systems/nonforeign-areas/#url=COLA-Rates .This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment, and rate decrease.
Only experience and education obtained by 04/21/2025 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess Minimum Qualification. Minimum Qualification [GS-5] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-04 in the Federal service. Experience includes: Experience identifying invasive species and organisms; Identifying target species and populations; Monitoring and assisting in the control of nuisance and invasive species; Assisting with wildlife monitoring, mowing/seeding activities, vegetation removal, and GPS mapping of pest species; data collection and recording. OR A Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university with a major field of study, or at least 24 semester hours of study, in biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of the coursework is directly related to the position being filled. OR A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement 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, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
This is a temporary appointment intended for seasonal work that is less than 6 months or 1040 hours from the date of appointment/service year. It is expected this position will be terminated upon completion of the seasons work. The agency may non-competitively rehire an eligible temporary seasonal worker in subsequent years who works less than 6 months or 1040 hours in their service year. As a Biological Science Technician (Invasive Species) your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Control invasive plants by hand-pulling, lopping, weed whacking, and spraying herbicides. Work with large groups of volunteers to accomplish biological projects including wildlife, vegetation, and invasive species monitoring. Working as a member of a traveling invasive species early detection team across the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Assist with field work including habitat improvement projects such as invasive species assessment and treatment, among various other biological duties. Working as a member of a team to survey for and treat invasive species populations at coastal prairie & wetland habitats.