Biological Science Technician (General) (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Gulf Breeze, FL

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About The Position

Biological Science Technicians perform field and technical work to monitor, manage, and protect natural resources, including plants, wildlife, aquatic resources, and their habitats. The anticipated entry-on-duty period is March through July 2027. The announcement is open to the first 950 applicants, and applications must be submitted by 11:59 EST on October 26, 2026.

The position includes conducting surveys and monitoring natural resources; collecting biological and environmental data and specimens using established field methods, protocols, and equipment; recording and maintaining project data using GPS, GIS, and other data-management technology; and organizing, entering, and maintaining natural resource project data. Duties vary by grade level. At GS-05, work may include implementing established projects, collecting and summarizing field data, and assisting with reports and project documentation. At GS-06, work may include independently conducting monitoring and management activities, operating specialized field equipment, evaluating project data, and assisting with implementation, analysis, reports, and plans. At GS-07, work may include coordinating and leading field projects, providing technical guidance and training, overseeing data quality, evaluating results, and preparing draft reports and recommendations.

This is a seasonal appointment that may be temporary and may not exceed 1,560 hours, depending on the park and program. Employment may end at any time because of funding, project needs, performance, or other considerations. Work may take place in an office, laboratory, and field settings. Field work may involve extreme weather and terrain, pesticides, poisonous plants, biting insects, and wild animals; laboratory work may involve hazardous chemicals. The work is partially sedentary but often requires prolonged standing, walking, and bending, as well as routinely lifting and carrying packs and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Appointment is subject to a background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males must meet the Selective Service Registration Act requirement.
• Must participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• Must meet the stated minimum age requirement: 18 years old, or 16 years old and meeting one of the specified education or student-employment conditions.
• A valid driver's license is required when operating a government or private motor vehicle as part of official duties; operators of government vehicles must be at least 18.
• Must complete required training and obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority if required.
• For GS-05, qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-04, specified undergraduate education, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• For GS-06, qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05, specified graduate-level coursework, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• For GS-07, qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-06, specified graduate-level coursework, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• If qualifying based in part on education, submit transcripts; foreign education must be evaluated as specified in the announcement.
• Submit a resume no longer than two single-sided pages, clearly documenting duties, employment dates, and hours worked; only the resume submitted in the designated Resume section will be used for qualification and rating.
• Must comply with National Park Service uniform standards and wear a uniform if required.
• May be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for motorboat-operation positions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and monitor plants, wildlife, aquatic resources, habitats, and other ecological conditions.
• Collect biological and environmental data and specimens using established field methods, protocols, and equipment.
• Record and maintain project data using GPS, GIS, and other data-management technology.
• Organize, enter, and maintain natural resource project data.
• At GS-05, implement established natural resource projects, collect and summarize field data, and assist with reports and project documentation.
• At GS-06, conduct monitoring and management activities using established methods; operate and maintain specialized field equipment; organize and evaluate project data; and assist with project implementation, data analysis, reports, and plans.
• At GS-07, coordinate and lead field projects; provide technical guidance and train field staff, interns, and/or volunteers; organize, schedule, and execute established projects; ensure field-data quality; evaluate and summarize results; and prepare draft reports and recommendations.
• Operate a four-wheel drive vehicle or motorboat if required; complete related training when required.
• Work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, or shift work if required.
• Travel, including travel greater than 76% for some Cape Lookout National Seashore positions, if required.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided when a uniform is required.
• A federal employee benefits package is available, subject to position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed