Fish Biologist

Only experience and education obtained by 10/15/2024 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess both the Basic Requirement and Minimum Qualification. Basic Requirement: Degree with a major in biological science that included (1) at least 6 semester hours in aquatic subjects such as limnology, ichthyology, fishery biology, aquatic botany, aquatic fauna, oceanography, fish culture, or related courses in the field of fishery biology; and (2) at least 12 semester hours in the animal sciences in such subjects as general zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, entomology, parasitology, ecology, cellular biology, genetics, or research in these fields. (Excess course work in aquatic subjects may be used to meet this requirement when appropriate.). OR Combination of education and experience that includes courses equivalent to a major in biological science (i.e., at least 30 semester hours), of which a minimum of 6 semester hours were in aquatic subjects and 12 semester hours were in the animal sciences, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Minimum Qualification [GS-9] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-07 level in the Federal service performing work in or directly related to fish biology. Qualifying experience may include: (1) performing biological and technical work relating to fish and fish habitat sampling; (2) using computer programs for data storage and analysis in relation to fish studies; (3) estimating the age of fish by otoliths or spines; (4) training junior staff in fishery techniques and procedures; or (5) developing and implementing plans for outreach. OR Two years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master’s degree -OR- possess a master’s or equivalent graduate degree that is directly related to the position (e.g., fish biology, ichthyology, aquatics, 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.
This position is a Fish Biologist, GS- 0482-9, working in Annapolis, MD, for the R5-Maryland Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office. This is a term position expected to last 13 months. At management discretion this position may be extended up to a total of 4 years, but at present extension of this position is not anticipated.