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The Pennsylvania Game Commission is looking for a Small Game Mammals Biologist (Wildlife Biologist 2) to administer the overall operations of our Small Game Mammals Section. This advanced professional role serves as principal investigator for small game mammal studies and as the agency’s technical advisor on small game mammals in Pennsylvania. Apply now and join a team where your leadership, experience, and curiosity will guide research and outreach that benefit wildlife and the public! This position coordinates and manages the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s small game mammals program. Our team will rely on you to be responsible for small game mammals research, management, monitoring, and outreach statewide. As a Small Game Mammals Biologist, you will perform the following duties: • Research Oversight: Identify research needs and develop strategic goals, objectives, and research proposals for the program; review research requests and permit applications submitted by others • Plan Management: Design, implement, lead, and coordinate wildlife management plans and research projects; collaborate with other specialists; and train outside helpers • Field Work: Capture, mark, and monitor small game animals; collect, prepare, and deliver samples; and maintain capture tools and equipment • Data Reporting: Analyze and evaluate wildlife population and management data using statistical techniques, mapping software, and other programs, then interpret and report results • Outreach and Technical Assistance: Present research findings to various audiences, respond to internal and external inquiries, and write scientific and popular articles for publication • Administrative Documentation: Prepare and submit time, travel, vehicle, and purchasing reports; help develop an annual budget that prioritizes program needs Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: • Full-time employment • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after successful completion of the initial six-month probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: • One year of experience as a Wildlife Biologist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or • Two years of professional experience conducting wildlife management research and a bachelor’s degree that includes thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, animal or plant ecology, zoology, botany, or a closely related field, and six college credits in statistics or biometry; or • Six years of experience conducting wildlife management research, including two years in a professional capacity, and thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, animal or plant ecology, zoology, botany, or a closely related field and six college credits in statistics or biometry; or • An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, zoology, or a closely related field and six college credits in statistics or biometry Special Requirements: • You must possess an active motor vehicle license. Other Requirements: • PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. • You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: • This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to Apply: • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Veterans: • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. • Your score is valid for this specific posting only. • You must provide complete and accurate information or: • your score may be lower than deserved. • you may be disqualified. • You may only apply/test once for this posting. • Your results will be provided via email.

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI), Washington, DC. with duty location in either Washington D.C. or Front Royal, VA.

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is looking for a Small Game Mammals Biologist (Wildlife Biologist 2) to administer the overall operations of our Small Game Mammals Section. This advanced professional role serves as principal investigator for small game mammal studies and as the agency’s technical advisor on small game mammals in Pennsylvania. Apply now and join a team where your leadership, experience, and curiosity will guide research and outreach that benefit wildlife and the public! This position coordinates and manages the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s small game mammals program. Our team will rely on you to be responsible for small game mammals research, management, monitoring, and outreach statewide. As a Small Game Mammals Biologist, you will perform the following duties: • Research Oversight: Identify research needs and develop strategic goals, objectives, and research proposals for the program; review research requests and permit applications submitted by others • Plan Management: Design, implement, lead, and coordinate wildlife management plans and research projects; collaborate with other specialists; and train outside helpers • Field Work: Capture, mark, and monitor small game animals; collect, prepare, and deliver samples; and maintain capture tools and equipment • Data Reporting: Analyze and evaluate wildlife population and management data using statistical techniques, mapping software, and other programs, then interpret and report results • Outreach and Technical Assistance: Present research findings to various audiences, respond to internal and external inquiries, and write scientific and popular articles for publication • Administrative Documentation: Prepare and submit time, travel, vehicle, and purchasing reports; help develop an annual budget that prioritizes program needs Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: • Full-time employment • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after successful completion of the initial six-month probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: • One year of experience as a Wildlife Biologist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or • Two years of professional experience conducting wildlife management research and a bachelor’s degree that includes thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, animal or plant ecology, zoology, botany, or a closely related field, and six college credits in statistics or biometry; or • Six years of experience conducting wildlife management research, including two years in a professional capacity, and thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, animal or plant ecology, zoology, botany, or a closely related field and six college credits in statistics or biometry; or • An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, zoology, or a closely related field and six college credits in statistics or biometry Special Requirements: • You must possess an active motor vehicle license. Other Requirements: • PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. • You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: • This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to Apply: • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Veterans: • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. • Your score is valid for this specific posting only. • You must provide complete and accurate information or: • your score may be lower than deserved. • you may be disqualified. • You may only apply/test once for this posting. • Your results will be provided via email.

Summary If selected, you will be responsible for planning, developing, organizing, and administering complex operational and technical assistance programs designed to efficiently, effectively, and safely reduce wildlife damage that adversely impacts agricultural interests, human health and safety, property, and natural resources. This position is multi-jurisdictional and primarily spans several districts within a State/Territory or a combination of states, which includes supervising a large staff. Learn more about this agency Duties Help • The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. • The duties may include, but are not limited to: • Conducts continuing reviews and evaluations of projects and activities to determine overall program effectiveness and compliance with required operating procedures. • Prepares long-range work plans, work schedules and priorities, formulates budget estimates, and administers fund expenditures for highly diverse, complex, multi-funded programs. • Continuous identification and integration of internal and external program issues affecting Wildlife Services. • Directs and oversees a large workforce of Federal and, in some cases, cooperative employees . • Determines required staffing levels and organizational structure in relation to budgets and project needs. • Leads program to ensure compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), parallel State environmental laws, and other applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. • Establishes and maintains numerous and diverse cooperative relationships. • Develops and conducts educational and outreach programs to influence positive public attitudes towards WS. • Develops standard operating procedures, protocols, and guidance for the program along with Memorandums of Understanding/Agreement and other official policy documents. Requirements Help Conditions of employment • You must be a US Citizen or US National. • Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. • Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. • Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Refer to the Next Steps section for more information. • Subject to one year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period. • Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. • Testing Designated Position: Selectee must submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and random testing thereafter. Final appointment and continued employment is conditional on negative results for illegal drug use. • Valid state driver's license is required at the time of application. • In accordance with Office of Government Ethics regulations concerning conflict of interest, the incumbent will be required to submit a financial disclosure report within 30 days of their effective date of appointment and annually thereafter. • All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions. Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. BASIC REQUIREMENT: • Degree: biological science that included: • At least 9 semester hours in such wildlife subjects as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, or research courses in the field of wildlife biology; and • At least 12 semester hours in zoology in such subjects as general zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, cellular biology, parasitology, entomology, or research courses in such subjects (Excess courses in wildlife biology may be used to meet the zoology requirements where appropriate.); and • At least 9 semester hours in botany or the related plant sciences. OR Combination of education and experience: equivalent to a major in biological science (i.e., at least 30 semester hours), with at least 9 semester hours in wildlife subjects, 12 semester hours in zoology, and 9 semester hours in botany or related plant science, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. FOR THE 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: • Evaluating and developing staff members, addressing performance problems, managing workforce staffing needs for overtime and temporary duty (TDY) assignments. • Assisting with program policy development, including processes and procedures that improve operations, resulting in greater efficiency and effective application of regulations for wildlife damage management operations. • Managing wildlife damage management program administration, involving large-scale resources, a high degree of logistical planning, and multiple funding sources, monitoring contracts. • Gaining cooperation from, exchanging information, applying regulations, and resolving problematic issues with industry representatives relative to wildlife damage management requirements. Note: There is no education substitution for 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. Education Please see above for education qualification requirement information. Additional information • Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP or RPL eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. • Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expense associated with reporting for duty will be the responsibility of the selected employee. • Promotion Potential: If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. 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The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI), Washington, DC. with duty location in either Washington D.C. or Front Royal, VA. More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

Full-time Description About the Opportunity Copperhead Environmental Consulting is expanding our team and actively seeking a Wildlife Biologist II to join our family of professional consultants. We are seeking a candidate who is looking to develop a long-term career in the environmental consulting industry and is open to diversification across the company. This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position, dedicated to a specific long-term project with opportunity to work on additional projects during interim periods and thereafter. This position may either be based in Copperhead’s headquarters location in Paint Lick, Kentucky or as a hybrid role in Asheville, NC. Duties include task management, contributing to ESA and NEPA documents, preparing environmental reports, and performing surveys and analyzing environmental data in addition to field work. Responsibilities • Perform technical writing, including but not limited to, biological assessments, biological evaluations, NEPA documentation, and survey reports • Evaluate proposed projects through the lens of ESA and NEPA compliance, identify design features, and evaluate impacts on species and their habitat • Successfully complete various surveys, including but not limited to, bats, birds, insects, fish, mussels, plants, wetlands, etc., and analyze survey data • Assist with proposal development and project scoping • Participate in client coordination calls and in-person meetings • Collect data and perform data analysis • Successfully complete various surveys, including but not limited to, bats, birds, insects, fish, mussels, plants, wetlands, etc. • Travel as needed for team and client meetings, field work and other project requirements. • Maintenance and care of field data and specimens • Equipment and vehicle maintenance, prep, and decontamination Equal Opportunity Employment Copperhead Environmental Consulting is an equal employment opportunity employer and seeks diversity in its workforce. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, or other statuses protected by law. Candidates must be able to pass a background check and possess a valid driver’s license in good standing. Post employment fit for duty drug tests may be required and are based on client/project requirements. Requirements Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree or higher in biology or closely related field of study • At least 4 – 6 years of progressive experience in biological surveys and resource management • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others • Experience performing as part of an interdisciplinary team of planners and resource experts • Strong technical writing skills • Ability to promote Copperhead’s services internally and externally • The ideal candidate will also possess strong wildlife and plant identification skills and may hold applicable USFWS and/or state permits for completing surveys • Candidates with experience conduction avian surveys will also be given top consideration • Experience with wildlife species and habitats of the Southern Appalachians is a plus • Ability to take initiative, resolve problems and ensure tasks are completed in the most effective and safe manner possible • Ability to work as a member of a team as well as independently to make decisions and complete tasks in the most effective and safe manner possible • Must hold a valid driver’s license • OSHA 10 or 30, First Aid/CPR/AED and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications a plus. If not already received, Copperhead will provide these certification opportunities upon employment. Individual must be required to earn these certifications to retain employment.

Duties Manages the development and implementation of wildlife management policies and programs in accordance with the Fort Bliss Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) and applicable regulations. Perform surveys for the presence, abundance, trends, and interactions of local wildlife populations. Serve as wildlife expert to provide advice and technical assistance on habitat management matters to other Installation Divisions, contractors, and higher headquarters personnel. Develop contract scopes of work for baseline data acquisition, impact investigation, compliance documentation, mitigation, and repair. Evaluate real and potential effects of current and proposed activities on wildlife and their habitats to ensure compliance with regulations and minimize/eliminate adverse impacts on the environment. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires pre-employment Financial Disclosure Statement OGE Form 450 and annually thereafter in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is . Basic Requirement for Wildlife Biologist: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological science that included at least 9 semester hours in such wildlife subjects as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, or research courses in the field of wildlife biology; AND at least 12 semester hours in zoology in such subjects as general zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, cellular biology, parasitology, entomology, or research courses in such subjects (excess courses in wildlife biology may be used to meet the zoology requirements where appropriate.); AND at least 9 semester hours in botany or the related plant sciences. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR B. Combination of Education and Experience: Equivalent to a major in biological science (i.e., at least 30 semester hours), with at least 9 semester hours in wildlife subjects, 12 semester hours in zoology, and 9 semester hours in botany or related plant science, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) conducting wildlife and environmental surveys to determine adverse impacts on the environment; 2) analyzing data to ensure compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); and 3) monitoring contractor activities for compliance with environmental laws and organizational procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that

Description Duties Description As a Fish and Wildlife Technician 1 at the Bath Hatchery, you would assist fish culturists in the day to day fish care at the hatchery, loading trucks for stocking and transfers, fish inventory, and general facility maintenance. You would also be responsible for fin clipping trout in the spring and fall. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Thirty (30) semester credit hours, including 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources or wildlife management; mariculture; marine biology; aquaculture; aquatic, marine or terrestrial ecology; zoology; marine technology; botany; limnology; hydrology; or oceanography. Additional Comments This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2027, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date. Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain. Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency. If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: equity@dec.ny.gov. Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

Summary This position is a Fish and Wildlife Biologist , GS- 0401-11/12 working in Austin, TX or San Marcos, TX for the R2-Austin Ecological Services Field Office. Austin Ecological Services Field Office is responsible for national leadership in scientific and management practices to ensure conservation of the Nation’s fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. GS-11: $76,777 to $99,816 per annum GS-12: $92,023 to $119,633 per annum Duties As a Fish and Wildlife Biologist your duties will include but are not limited to the following: • Write recovery plans, 5-year reviews, species status assessments, and/or listing/delisting packages utilizing familiarity with sections 4, 6, 7, and 10 of the Endangered Species Act. • Analyze data and conduct studies of biological species populations, make recommendations to improve their habitat, report on their status as suitable candidates for listing as endangered or threatened species, and develop recovery plans. • Plan, evaluate, and conduct a wide variety of complex ecological investigations or inspections involving complex land and water resource development projects, proposals and/or applications/renewals to determine their impact upon fish, wildlife, and plant resources and their habitats. • Ensure that legal standards and other requirements are implemented in a manner most beneficial to fish, wildlife, and plant resources. • Prepare reports on the findings and recommend appropriate courses of action (e.g., approval/disapproval, offering alternative projects, or taking remedial action). Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level. Requirements Conditions of employment • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. • Merit promotion applicants must meet time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. • Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation. • Driver’s License: This position requires the incumbent to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of their official duties. Selectee must hold and maintain a valid state driver’s license throughout their employment in this position. • Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov. Qualifications Only experience and education obtained by 08/04/2026 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification. Basic Requirement: • Degree: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s or higher degree that included a major field of study in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. You must submit transcripts. OR • Combination of education and experience: course work as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. AND Minimum Qualification [GS-11] • One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-09 in the Federal service. Experience may include Assist with biological data collection, basic data processing, and clear written communication while reliably managing routine tasks and deadlines. You must include hours per week worked. OR • Successful completion of at least 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree (coursework directly related to position being filled). You must include transcripts. OR • A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement OR Minimum Qualification [GS-12] • One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-11 in the Federal service. Experience may include Conduct biological and ecological data collection, analysis, and reporting-using established scientific methods, geospatial tools, and strong written communication-while effectively managing multiple competing priorities. You must include hours per week worked. 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. Time In Grade Requirement: Applicants must meet both eligibility and qualification requirements for the position of interest by the closing date of the JOA. Specifically, i. Area of Consideration. ii. Time-in-grade (TIG) requirements as specified in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. iii. Time after competitive appointment as specified in 5 CFR 330.502. iv. Qualification requirements outlined in OPM’s Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions Education This position has a mandatory education requirement. PROOF OF EDUCATION: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution’s registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts. PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school’s definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov). Additional information PCS INFORMATION: -No PCS entitlements authorized Telework: This position is suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval. Additional Vacancies: One or more positions may be filled from applications received under this announcement in the advertised office or other U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service offices in the local commuting area. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP): Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy. CTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the accomplishment record evaluation, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For information on CTAP visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/” Reasonable Accommodation: The USFWS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Please visit USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process. Applicants who apply under this job opportunity announcement agree to have their application, associated documents and applicable personal information shared with other Bureaus/Offices within the Department of the Interior (DOI) who have vacancies within the same occupational series, grade, full performance level and in the same geographic location(s), including within the same metro/commuting area. Applying to this announcement does not replace the need to apply to other job opportunity announcements for which you wish to receive consideration. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

You will serve as a Staff Wildlife Biologist within the USDA, APHIS, Wildlife Services (WS) and performs assignments involving National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) implementation. Serves as the lead for wildlife damage management (WDM) data collection and assessment, national and regional data call and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) collection and compiling of information and response, and project and program delivery.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: Degree: Biological Science that included: • At least 9 semester hours in such wildlife subjects as mammalogy, ornithology, animal ecology, wildlife management, or research courses in the field of wildlife biology; and • At least 12 semester hours in zoology in such subjects as general zoology, invertebrate zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, cellular biology, parasitology, entomology, or research courses in such subjects (Excess courses in wildlife biology may be used to meet the zoology requirements where appropriate.); and • At least 9 semester hours in botany or the related plant sciences. OR Combination of education and experience: equivalent to a major in biological science (i.e., at least 30 semester hours), with at least 9 semester hours in wildlife subjects, 12 semester hours in zoology, and 9 semester hours in botany or related plant science, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the basic requirement you will also need to meet the following: FOR THE GS-9 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-7 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: • Experience with Wildlife Damage Management (WDM) techniques and relieving human wildlife conflicts through direct WDM fieldwork or experience in supervision or project planning of a WDM program. • Experience interpreting wildlife regulations such as: Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA); National Environmental; Policy Act (NEPA); Endangered Species Act (ESA) and other state or federal policies. • Experience using GIS technologies, and web-based systems for collecting, analyzing, and presentation of data. OR 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in one of the following degree fields: Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, or Wildlife Management or closely related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: • This position requires specific coursework or a degree in a specific field to be basically qualified. • You are qualifying for the position based on education. • You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education. • This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university. COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-9 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level. 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. Education: Please see above for education qualification requirement information.Employment Type: OTHER