Biological Science Technician (Avian)

Biological Science Technician (Avian)

Department: Department of the Interior

Location(s): Anchorage, Alaska

Salary Range: $27.07 - $35.19 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is a Biological Science Technician (Avian), GS- 0404-7 working in Anchorage, Alaska for the R7-Division of Migratory Birds. This is a temporary position expected to last 1039 Hours or 6 months. Cost of Living Allowance: In addition to the yearly salary, this position is entitled to a 1.49% cost-of-living allowance (COLA).This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment, and rate decrease.

Major Duties:

• This is a temporary appointment intended for seasonal work that is less than 6 months or 1040 hours from the date of appointment/service year. It is expected this position will be terminated upon completion of the seasons work. The agency may non-competitively rehire an eligible temporary seasonal worker in subsequent years who works less than 6 months or 1040 hours in their service year. As a Biological Science Technician (Avian) your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Knowledge of avian biology and ecology sufficient to complete field projects. Collect detailed data on avian populations without direct daily supervision. Data is collected on abundance, behavior, habitat, sex and age structure, and seasonal movements. Identify Alaska birds by sight and sound. Work in remote field camps and operate equipment including, but not limited to: boats, temporary structures, camp stoves, generators, radios and satellite phones. Collect avian morphometric data, mark/recapture data and biological samples by capturing, measuring, bleeding, and marking birds. Use computers to tabulate, manage and analyze basic data on avian populations without direct daily supervision. Lead field camps including planning logistics, developing work plans/schedules, providing instruction, and working with others.

Qualifications: Only experience and education obtained by the closing date 11/21/2025 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess the Minimum Qualification. Minimum Qualification [GS-07] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-06 in the Federal service. Examples of qualifying specialized experience includes: providing technical support to professional biologists in completing all phases of a biological study or project including: project planning, logistical arrangements, field work, correlation and analysis of data, and completion of reports or other documents related to the project; leading a group of lower graded technicians in gathering field data. The work must be comprised of duties related to avian biology with responsibility for independently preparing final drafts of reports or sections of reports and applying a wide range of conventional, established approaches, methods, techniques and solutions to new situations. OR One (1) full year of graduate education (18 semester/27 quarter hours) in biological sciences with course work directly related to the work of this position such as avian ecology, ornithology, wildlife management (birds), etc. OR A combination of education and experience as described in 1 and 2 above which together equals 100% of the requirement Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: Review the appointment eligibility criteria in the application preview linked below. The eligibility section of the application allows you to choose how you wish to be considered for this vacancy announcement. You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select "yes" to and submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section or the application text. You may qualify for more than one eligibility, so please choose carefully. If you respond that you do not meet any of the eligibility criteria, you will not be considered for this position under this announcement. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents section. Click 'Apply' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12836249. Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application. Applications must be received by 11/21/2025 ,11:59pm ET to receive consideration. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, in Applications tab, click the position title you applied to for the status. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact the Human Resources Office via email at fwshiring@fws.gov.

Application Deadline: 2025-11-21