Supervisory Biologist

Smithsonian Institution•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Supervisory Biologist works in Animal Care Science (ACS), Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI), Office of the Under Secretary of Science and Research (OUSSR), Smithsonian Institution. The position manages animal collections that may include exotic, rare, endangered, and native species; ensures excellence in animal care and welfare; supervises animal keeper staff responsible for husbandry and daily animal management; leads research programs; conducts assisted reproductive technologies; and mentors students, interns, and research staff.

Requirements

A degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a related discipline appropriate to the position; alternatively, courses equivalent to a major in one of these fields, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience supervising staff, including hiring and performance management; overseeing animal care and welfare in an accredited zoo; managing budgets and administrative operations; working with exotic animals; and collaborating on facility design and construction projects.
Pass a pre-employment background investigation.
Meet qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service.
Maintain a bank account for direct deposit or electronic transfer.

Responsibilities

Supervise assistant curators, animal keepers, volunteers, and contractors, and plan, organize, and direct personnel and work activities.
Oversee daily care and husbandry of assigned animal collections, including housing, nutrition, pest control, capture and restraint procedures, transportation, breeding management, and animal welfare standards.
Prepare and manage annual budgets for routine operations and emergency requirements, and monitor expenditures for compliance with approved funding levels.
Develop and implement management, disease surveillance, and breeding programs for endangered and threatened species.
Lead research programs and conduct assisted reproductive technologies.
Mentor students, interns, and research staff.