Biological Science Technician (Wildlife / Motor Vehicle Operator)

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Benning, GA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The position is located at the US Army Installation Management Command, Directorate of Public Works (DPW), Fort Benning, GA. Fort Benning is located 100 miles south of Atlanta, GA, and adjacent to Columbus, GA and Phenix City, AL. The geography and climate are ideal for year round military training. Public transportation and free parking are available. Duties Provide technical support to the Natural Resources Management Branch and the threatened and endangered species. Independently plan, conduct, and lead various field studies of threatened and/or endangered species to determine numbers, ecosystem monitoring/management. Develop and/or implement work plans to collect required data. Provide detailed reports on work methods, data collected and/or project evaluation. Participate in fire management activities including controlled burning, prescribed burning for endangered species and/or fire suppression.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Incumbent to be able obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• Incumbent must have Class B Commercial Driver's License or be able to obtain within eight months from the date of hire.
• 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.
• US Citizens
• Six months of general experience (1) in any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with technician Biological Science (Wildlife) responsibilities AND six months of specialized experience which includes assisting in support duties related to threatened and endangered wildlife and plants and associated habitats. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-03). OR Two years of education above the high school level. OR Combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• One year of specialized experience which includes conducting limited field studies of sensitive plant and wildlife species; collecting data of habitat or species under the directions of supervisor or higher level technicians. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04). OR Four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree. OR Combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• One year of specialized experience which includes assisting and conducting field studies of sensitive plant and wildlife species; collecting data of habitat or species; and assisting and searching activity or control program work under the directions of supervisor or higher level technicians. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). OR A half year (i.e., 9 semester hours) of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as Biology, Chemistry, Entomology, Animal Husbandry, Botany, Physics, or Agriculture. OR Combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• One year of specialized experience which includes performing various observations, data collection, and conservation duties for protected species and their habitat; conducting a variety of field studies of threatened and endangered species under the directions of supervisor or higher level technicians. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). OR One full year of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as Biology, Chemistry, Entomology, Animal Husbandry, Botany, Physics, or Agriculture. OR Combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• One year of specialized experience which includes performing various observation, data collection, and conservation duties for protected species and their habitat; conducting a variety of field studies of threatened and endangered species; participating in wildfire suppression activities.This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR One and a half years of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as Biology, Chemistry, Entomology, Animal Husbandry, Botany, Physics, or Agriculture. OR Combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Class B Commercial Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Natural Resources Management Branch and the threatened and endangered species.
• Independently plan, conduct, and lead various field studies of threatened and/or endangered species to determine numbers, ecosystem monitoring/management.
• Develop and/or implement work plans to collect required data.
• Provide detailed reports on work methods, data collected and/or project evaluation.
• Participate in fire management activities including controlled burning, prescribed burning for endangered species and/or fire suppression.

Benefits

• Public transportation
• free parking
• 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.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
• Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree