Fish and Wildlife Biologist

The United States Fish & Wildlife Service is hiring a Fish and Wildlife Biologist for a permanent, full-time position in Ventura, CA. The role involves reviewing projects for impacts on fish and wildlife, ensuring compliance with environmental laws, and providing technical assistance to agencies. Candidates need a degree in biological sciences or related fields and relevant experience. The salary ranges from $57,007 to $74,110, with opportunities for professional growth.
About the position

The Fish and Wildlife Biologist position at the Department of the Interior is a permanent role based in Ventura, California, specifically within the R8-Ventura Fish and Wildlife Office. This position is classified at the GS-0401-7 level, with a full performance potential of GS-11. The role is critical in ensuring the protection and management of fish and wildlife resources, and it involves a variety of responsibilities that contribute to the conservation efforts of the agency. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct thorough reviews of projects to identify potential impacts on fish, wildlife, and botanical resources, ensuring compliance with relevant environmental laws and regulations. This includes reviewing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents and providing technical assistance to federal, state, and county agencies regarding the interpretation and implementation of laws related to these resources. In addition to project reviews, the Fish and Wildlife Biologist will respond to inquiries and provide requested information within established guidelines. The position requires a strong understanding of biological sciences, as well as the ability to analyze data and apply scientific methods to formulate mitigation or management plans. The role is not only about conducting assessments but also involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure that fish and wildlife resources are adequately protected and managed. The position is full-time, with a salary range of $57,007 to $74,110 per year, and offers opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the federal service.

Responsibilities
• Conduct reviews of projects for potential fish, wildlife, and botanical resource problems.
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• Review analysis of potential impacts to fish, wildlife, and trust resources for National Environmental Policy Act documents.
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• Provide technical assistance in the interpretation and implementation of laws, regulations, and policies in the area of fish, wildlife, and botanical resources to personnel of Federal, State, and/or County agencies.
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• Respond to written inquiries, obtaining and providing requested information within established guidelines.

Requirements
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
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• Possess a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to a major in the aforementioned fields.
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• One year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility equivalent to grade GS-5 in the Federal service, including assisting with routine studies or assessments, reviewing biological portions of environmental assessments, and processing research/recovery permits.
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• Successful completion of 1 full year (18 semester hours) of graduate education in relevant fields; OR a combination of specialized experience and graduate education that equals 100% of the total requirement.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience with federal environmental laws and Executive Orders, such as the Endangered Species Act and the Clean Water Act.
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• Strong written communication skills for preparing reports and correspondence for diverse audiences.

Benefits
• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.