Job Summary

These positions are Biological Science Technician (Fish), GS- 0404-6. Salary: The salary for each location may vary depending on locality. Locality tables may be found HERE Please see additional information about each vacancy HERE The closing date has been extended until 03/20/26.

Job Description

Only experience and education obtained by 03/20/2026 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position, you must possess the Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualification [GS-06] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-05 in the Federal service. Experience may include performing assisting with sampling and recording biological data for fish and assisting with conducting fish biological surveys; using seines and nets to collect fish and experience securing, transporting/trailering, loading/packing, launching/retrieving, and maneuvering/operating watercraft safely for electrofishing and/or netting on large rivers, reservoirs, lakes, and ponds. NOTE: Your resume must contain sufficient information in these areas to be found qualified. 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.