We’re hiring Biological Science Technicians (Fish & Wildlife), Biological Science Technicians (Insects & Disease), and Archeologists in support of the Wildfire Crisis Strategy.
Job opportunities will be available in areas the wildfire crisis poses the most immediate threat to communities. Through the strategy, these positions will work with states, Tribes, and other partners to address wildfire risks to critical infrastructure, protect communities, and make forests more resilient. To learn more about the wildfire crisis strategy visit the Confronting the Wildfire Crisis webpage.
Job Opportunities
Biological Science Technician (Fish & Wildlife)
As a Biological Science Technician (Bio Tech) with a focus on fish and wildlife, you’ll assist in a variety of activities from gathering data to planning and coordinating projects related to the fisheries and wildlife program. You’ll have the opportunity to survey areas to determine species presence, population abundance or density, and assess and evaluate aquatic habitats. Based off of the data you collect, you’ll provide input on planning annual fisheries and wildlife program of work as well as leading wildlife, watershed, and fisheries projects. You’ll be responsible for supporting the wise use of natural resources along with managing, rehabilitating, and enhancing habitats for fish and wildlife species that occupy our National Forests.
Details About the Openings
Apply July 19 through August 2, 2023. Positions are available in various locations, each with different targeted grade levels. These positions are open to the public. We will be using a Direct Hire Authority.
- What does Direct Hire Authority mean?
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A Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) is an appointing (hiring) authority that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) can give to Federal agencies for filling vacancies when a critical hiring need or severe shortage of candidates exists. DHA speeds the hiring process along by removing competitive rating and ranking, veterans' preference, and "rule of three" procedures.
- Duty Locations and Grade Level
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- Prescott, AZ: GS-09
- Blairsden, CA: GS-09
- Eureka, CA: GS-09
- Redding, CA: GS-09
- Oroville, CA: GS-09
- Quincy, CA: GS-09
- Espanola, NM: GS-09
- Las Vegas, NM: GS-09
Biological Science Technician (Insects & Disease)
Biological Science Technicians (Bio Techs) with a focus on Insects and Disease help to protect the health of National Forests and Grasslands by managing diseases and pests. They spend a lot of their time working outdoors in remote areas to identify and collect insects and samples. Their work is diverse. They may also create control plots, tests, or even spend time flying in small planes while conducting ariel surveys. Some Bio Techs may work in laboratories, have administrative duties, supervise other staff, create and manage projects, or use computer software to manage and analyze complex data and reports. Safety is their top priority.
Details About the Openings
Apply July 19 through August 2, 2023. Positions are available in various locations, each with different targeted grade levels. These positions are open to the public. We will be using a Direct Hire Authority.
- What does Direct Hire Authority mean?
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A Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) is an appointing (hiring) authority that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) can give to Federal agencies for filling vacancies when a critical hiring need or severe shortage of candidates exists. DHA speeds the hiring process along by removing competitive rating and ranking, veterans' preference, and "rule of three" procedures.
- Duty Locations and Grade Level
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- Boise, ID: GS-09
- Coeur d'Alene, ID: GS-09
- Missoula, MT: GS-08
- Missoula, MY: GS-09
- Santa Fe, NM: GS-09
A Day in the Life: Biological Science Technician
Archeologists
As an Archeologist, you’ll protect culture resources on our National Forests while allowing for present land use needs. Culture resources can be many different things such as Indian burial grounds, artifacts from the past, fossil beds, and rock paintings. You’ll be able to give advice on identifying and how to take care of culture resources, investigate culture resources and culture resource areas, keep an inventory of cultural sites, determine if a site could be eligible to be put on the National Register of Historic Places, give presentations to the public and others about cultural resources, and much more.
Details About the Openings
Apply July 19 through August 2, 2023. Positions are available in various locations, each with different targeted grade levels. These positions are open to the public. We will be using a Direct Hire Authority.
- What does Direct Hire Authority mean?
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A Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) is an appointing (hiring) authority that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) can give to Federal agencies for filling vacancies when a critical hiring need or severe shortage of candidates exists. DHA speeds the hiring process along by removing competitive rating and ranking, veterans' preference, and "rule of three" procedures.
- Duty Locations and Grade Level
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- Alpine, AZ: GS-09
- Duncan, AZ: GS-11
- Globe, AZ: GS-11
- Lakeside, AZ: GS-09
- Alpine, CA: GS-09
- Alturas, CA: GS-09
- Blairsden, CA: GS-09
- Bridgeport, CA: GS-09
- Corona, CA: GS-09
- Eureka, CA: GS-09
- Fawnskin, CA: GS-09
- Hathaway Pines, CA: GS-09
- Idyllwild, CA: GS-09
- Idyllwild, CA: GS-11
- King City, CA: GS-11
- Lytle Creek, CA: GS-11
- Nevada City, CA: GS-09
- Nevada City, CA: GS-11
- Ojai, CA: GS-11
- Orleans, CA: GS-09
- Oroville, CA: GS-09
- Oroville, CA: GS-11
- Quincy, CA: GS-09
- Ramona, CA: GS-09
- Redding, CA: GS-09
- Santa Barbra, CA: GS-11
- Santa Maria, CA: GS-11
- Solvang, CA: GS-11
- Willowcreek, CA: GS-09
- Colorado Springs, CO: GS-09
- Colorado Springs, CO: GS-11
- Conifer, CO: GS-09
- Fairplay, CO: GS-11
- Fort Collins, CO: GS-11
- Pueblo, CO: GS-11
- Kamiah, ID: GS-09
- Jerome, ID: GS-09
- Jerome, ID: GS-12
- McCall, ID: GS-09
- Salmon, ID: GS-09
- Eureka, MT: GS-11
- Libby, MT: GS-09
- Libby, MY: GS-11
- Missoula, MT: GS-11
- Troy, MT: GS-11
- Trout Creek, MT: GS-11
- Alamogordo, NM: GS-09
- Bloomfield, NM: GS-09
- Glenwood, NM: GS-09
- Quemado, NM: GS-09
- Silver City, NM: GS-09
- T or C, NM: GS-09
- Ely, NV: GS-09
- Las Vegas, NV: GS-09
- Sparks, NV: GS-11
- Ferron, UT: GS-09
- Ogden, UT: GS-12
- Price, UT: GS-12
- Vernal, UT: GS-11
- Afton, WY: GS-11
- Jackson, WY: GS-11
How to Apply
You must apply between July 19 through August 2, 2023.
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- Apply between July 19 through August 2, 2023.
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