Positions listed are for Fish and Wildlife Biologist, GS- 0401-11/12 working in Tupelo, Mississippi (1 vacancy) for the R4-Lower Mississippi River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office; Vancouver, Washington (2 vacancies) for the R1 Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office; Red Bluff, California (1 vacancy) for the Red Bluff Fish and Wildlife Office.

Salary will be based upon duty station and locality pay once selected. Locality tables may be found here.

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As a Fish and Wildlife Biologist your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

Tupelo, Mississippi for the R4 Lower Mississippi River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office (1 Vacancy) –
Serve as a coordinator for Asian Carp management and control efforts in the Southeast Region. The biologist will work closely with numerous state and federal agencies, universities, and non-governmental organization partners. There is no field work associated with the duties and responsibilities of this position, although there may be opportunities to assist with field work as schedules allow. The primary duty will be to provide coordination support to the Lower Mississippi and Arkansas-Red-White Subbasins’ Asian Carp Partnerships in developing and implementing projects to contain and control the spread of Asian carp. Additional duties include coordination of habitat restoration efforts and assistance with large multi-jurisdictional partnerships to further conservation efforts throughout the Southeast.

Vancouver, Washington for the Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office (Vacancy 1 of 2)-This position serves as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist within the Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office. The biologist will work with internal and external partners to develop and implement studies aimed at the conservation of aquatic, native USFWS trust species, often focusing on species-of-concern or listed species. The primary duty will be serving as the liaison between Fish and Aquatic Conservation and National Wildlife Refuges throughout Region 9. The biologist will provide technical assistance to Refuges by designing, coordinating, and implementing complex fish and aquatic habitat assessments to characterize resources and evaluate habitat restoration. They will coordinate habitat restoration efforts and serve on multi-agency/stakeholder conservation planning and implementation teams. The Fish and Wildlife Biologist may coordinate with watershed councils, agencies, and fish management entities on implementation of the National Fish Habitat Partnership, and administer funding agreements for habitat projects.

Vancouver, Washington for the Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office (Vacancy 2 of 2)-This position serves as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist within the Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office. The primary duty will be serving as liaison between Fish and Aquatic Conservation and both Ecological Services and Science Applications. The biologist will work with Ecological Services to represent the Service in technical and management forums in the Willamette and Columbia River basins working on the conservation of native USFWS trust species, species-of-concern and/or listed species such as Pacific Lamprey and Bull Trout. The Fish and Wildlife Biologist will co-lead the development of Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act Reports. The biologist will work with Science Applications on regional and national initiatives such as the climate change strategic plan. They may represent Fish and Aquatic Conservation on multi-disciplinary teams to develop and execute regional climate action plans focused on integrating adaptive management into all Service efforts within the Columbia Pacific Northwest and Pacific Islands Regions.

Red Bluff, California for the Red Bluff Fish and Wildlife Office (1 Vacancy) –
Serves as a senior fish biologist implementing the CVPIA Anadromous Fish Restoration Program in the Central Valley of California, including restoration projects related to improving aquatic and terrestrial habitat, fish passage, and stream flow for salmon, steelhead, and sturgeon. The program also funds aquatic ecosystem research, and evaluation and monitoring of restoration activities. Serves as an expert on resource issues relative to fish management, habitat protection and restoration, and endangered species. Coordinates with a wide range of partners including: Federal and State agencies; utilities, and irrigation and water districts; urban, agricultural, industrial, and environmental organizations; local watershed workgroups and technical advisory committees; and other interest groups. The successful applicant will promote Service policy, negotiate positions, and develop projects to increase protection and enhancement of fish populations and their habitats. Develops, coordinates, negotiates, and manages contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements. Plans and implements program initiatives, including adaptive resource management and a science integration team.

Travel Required

Occasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply).
• Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
• Driver’s License: Selectees must possess and maintain a valid State driver’s license at all times during their tenure.
• Probationary Period: Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.