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What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? Salary GS-05: $37,803 (Step 01) to $49,140 (Step 10); Salary GS-07: $46,827 (Step 01) to $60,876 (Step 10);NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired atthe Step 01. There are three vacancies; however, this announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies if they become available.
Major Duties
Duties:
As a Biologist within Western Ecological Research Center, some of your specific duties will include:
-Perform basic trainee assignments in collecting basic data from field investigations and making observations in which biological conditions are readily identifiable.
-Report observations in field notes for use of higher grade-level employees.
-Search published technical sources for information on designated topics and prepares summaries for reference by others in the unit.
-Assist biologists of higher grade in studying and preparing sections of reports on biological science investigations i.e., ecology, fishery, wildlife, and/or habitat conditions.
-Prepare samples and performs data analysis in an office or laboratory and drafts assigned portions of reports.
-Prepare graphs and charts.
-Prepare correspondence pertaining to technical aspects of the work.
-Participate in minor phases of planning, organizing, and implementing of biological investigations that affect ecology, wildlife, fishery, and/or habitat conditions.
-Prepare reports on progress and result of studies.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
-The field work requires some physical exertion such as walking over wet, rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities.
-Temperature and weather extremes may be encountered in the performance of the outdoor work.
Qualifications
For information on basic qualifications, which includes information on whether you may substitute education for specialized experience, please click on the following: https://www.usgs.gov/about/organization/science-support/human-capital/biologist-gs-0401. In
For GS-05: Degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
For GS-07: One year of appropriate professional experience in biology that is equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service.
Examples of specialized experience for GS-05 level work may include:Examples of GS-5 level experience could include: making laboratory determinations of water quality parameters on biological samples; applying biological concepts and basic principles in related natural science fields; collecting basic field investigation data; preparing and operating equipment that collects samples and biologic data; preparing samples; and analyzing, compiling and computing biological data. The tasks performed at this level were routine and usually entailed readily identifiable phenomena and environmental conditions; and the work was closely controlled and assigned with clear, specific, and detailed instructions as to the methods, procedures, and guidelines to use.
**Selective Factor**
To be basically qualified for this position, applicants must meet the OPM qualification standard (above) and the following selective factor(s): Currently authorized by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to independently conduct activities for the Pacific pocket mouse (Perogntahus longimembris pacificus).
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements for the position by the closing date of the announcement.
Pay Range
$37,803.00 - $60,876.00