Marine Ecologist

National Park Service • Key Largo, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The National Park Service is seeking a Marine Ecologist to lead a coastal, estuarine, and marine ecology program supporting Everglades restoration and resource management. This position provides scientific leadership for marine research, monitoring, restoration, and management at Everglades National Park.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct Deposit participation required.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Cannot hold an active real estate license, nor have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
• A financial disclosure report will be required within 30 days of appointment.
• Required to complete and pass the DOI Motorboat Operator Certification Course (MOCC) within one year of appointment.
• Required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Possess a degree in biology, or a related field of science underlying ecological research that included at least 30 semester hours in basic and applied biological sciences.
• Degree must include at least 9 semester hours in ecology, and 12 semester hours in physical and mathematical sciences.
• At least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors).
• Demonstrated experience performing scientific work directly related to coastal, estuarine, or marine ecology, including: conducting marine or estuarine ecological research, monitoring, or resource management activities; analyzing and interpreting ecological data to identify trends or changes in marine resources; assessing the status, trends, or environmental conditions of marine species, habitats, or ecosystems using scientific data; evaluating marine or estuarine restoration or resource management projects to determine their effects on marine resources or ecosystem conditions; and coordinating scientific activities with researchers, resource managers, partner organizations, or other stakeholders.
• To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience.

Nice To Haves

• If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive.
• A continued service agreement may be required if it is determined you are eligible for a permanent change in duty station (PCS), recruitment, or relocation incentive.
• The duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.

Responsibilities

• Leads marine and estuarine ecological research, monitoring, and assessment programs to support resource management and restoration decisions.
• Plans and evaluates marine restoration projects and assesses impacts to fisheries, seagrass, coral communities, and other marine resources.
• Serves as a senior technical advisor on marine ecology, Everglades restoration, resource management, and applied science issues.
• Coordinates with scientists, agencies, universities, and partners to develop research priorities and advance marine resource conservation.
• Supervises scientific staff and manages program operations, budgets, contracts, safety, performance, and workforce development.

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior