Natural Resource Specialist

United States Forest ServiceVolcano, HI
398d$62,517 - $98,330Onsite

About The Position

The Nural Resource Specialist position is a Quarantine Manager role located at the Forest Service Pacific Southwest Research Station in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The incumbent will support projects focused on the biological control of invasive plants in Hawaii and other Pacific Islands, overseeing research activities and facility maintenance.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship or National status required.
  • Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines; or equivalent experience.
  • For GS-09: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07, or two years of progressively higher-level graduate education related to the position.
  • For GS-11: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-09, or three years of progressively higher-level graduate education related to the position.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in conducting and supporting research activities related to biological control.
  • Familiarity with environmental recording instruments and data analysis software.
  • Ability to write complete and accurate reports.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee research activities and facility maintenance related to biological control of invasive plants.
  • Develop insect agents for biological control projects.
  • Conduct research in collaboration with unit scientists, university scientists, and land managers.
  • Maintain equipment and ensure facility safety requirements are met.
  • Monitor multiple concurrent biocontrol projects and compile biological data for environmental assessments.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
  • Access to a range of benefits designed to support federal careers.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Part-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Industry

Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

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