Biological Science Technician (Avian)

Only experience and education obtained by 11/01/2024 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position, you must possess the Minimum Qualification for this grade level. Minimum Qualification [GS-7] One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-6 in the Federal service. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: 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 Education: Possess One full year of graduate level education (18 Semester hours) in biological sciences with course work directly related to the work of this position, such as avian ecology, ornithology, wildlife management (birds), etc. (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but official transcripts will be required if selected for a position). 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 Biological Science Technician (Avian), GS-0404-7 working in Homer Alaska for the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge. Salary: GS Pay tables may be found here Cost of Living Allowance: In addition to the yearly salary, this position is entitled to a 3.21% COLA rate] cost-of-living allowance (COLA) https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/pay-systems/nonforeign-areas/#url=COLA-Rates .This allowance is subject to annual review, adjustment, and rate decrease.