Wildlife Biologist
In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. Basic Requirement:
Wildlife Biology Series, 0486 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 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 described above, the following specialized experience and/or education is required for the grade(s) specified. For the GS-07 level:
Applicant must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience are:
Assisted with the collection of field data on wildlife habitats and vegetation; Assisted in interpreting aerial photos to determine vegetation types; Assembled biological and vegetation use data from records to determine past wildlife and livestock use; Assisted with the classification and evaluation of vegetation and soil to determine suitable habitats and ranges for wildlife; Participated as a team member on habitat management projects; OR Successfully completed one (1) full year of graduate level education; OR An appropriate combination of specialized experience and graduate level education; OR Superior Academic Achievement (to determine if you are eligible, go to:
http:
//www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.asp). The education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. For the GS-09 level:
Applicant must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience are:
Performed common qualitative and quantitative analyses of wildlife resources; Conducted surveys and assisted in determining wildlife resource needs; Assisted in carrying out a range of analytical/scientific wildlife biology assignments that included researching and analyzing data, and information that supports wildlife project recommendations; Prepared operational plans for wildlife programs; Participated on interdisciplinary teams in a variety of aspects of natural resource management; OR A master's or equivalent graduate degree or two (2) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., in related degrees such as:
wildlife management and zoology; OR An appropriate combination of specialized experience and graduate level education (only graduate education in excess of 18 semester hours may be used to qualify for this grade level). The education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. 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. Work
Experience:
Your resume must clearly document the following for each block of work experience; the beginning day, month and year the work assignment started and ended; the hours worked per week; position title, and series and grade if applicable; and description of duties performed. This information must be provided for each permanent, temporary or seasonal appointment/work assignment or volunteer work and should be clearly documented as a separate block of time. Incomplete, inaccurate or conflicting work history may not be credited for qualifications purposes. This can result in an applicant not being considered for the position. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT:
If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Wildlife Biology Series, 0486 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 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 described above, the following specialized experience and/or education is required for the grade(s) specified. For the GS-07 level:
Applicant must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience are:
Assisted with the collection of field data on wildlife habitats and vegetation; Assisted in interpreting aerial photos to determine vegetation types; Assembled biological and vegetation use data from records to determine past wildlife and livestock use; Assisted with the classification and evaluation of vegetation and soil to determine suitable habitats and ranges for wildlife; Participated as a team member on habitat management projects; OR Successfully completed one (1) full year of graduate level education; OR An appropriate combination of specialized experience and graduate level education; OR Superior Academic Achievement (to determine if you are eligible, go to:
http:
//www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.asp). The education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. For the GS-09 level:
Applicant must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience are:
Performed common qualitative and quantitative analyses of wildlife resources; Conducted surveys and assisted in determining wildlife resource needs; Assisted in carrying out a range of analytical/scientific wildlife biology assignments that included researching and analyzing data, and information that supports wildlife project recommendations; Prepared operational plans for wildlife programs; Participated on interdisciplinary teams in a variety of aspects of natural resource management; OR A master's or equivalent graduate degree or two (2) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., in related degrees such as:
wildlife management and zoology; OR An appropriate combination of specialized experience and graduate level education (only graduate education in excess of 18 semester hours may be used to qualify for this grade level). The education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. 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. Work
Experience:
Your resume must clearly document the following for each block of work experience; the beginning day, month and year the work assignment started and ended; the hours worked per week; position title, and series and grade if applicable; and description of duties performed. This information must be provided for each permanent, temporary or seasonal appointment/work assignment or volunteer work and should be clearly documented as a separate block of time. Incomplete, inaccurate or conflicting work history may not be credited for qualifications purposes. This can result in an applicant not being considered for the position. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT:
If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
- Department:
0486 Wildlife Biology - Salary Range:
$42,053 to $66,868 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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