Interdisciplinary Fisheries Biologist​/Wildlife Biologist

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is hiring an Interdisciplinary Fisheries Biologist/Wildlife Biologist in Weiser, ID, with a salary range of $69,107 to $82,830 per year. The role involves managing wildlife and fisheries resources, developing management plans, inspecting habitat projects, and participating in interdisciplinary teams. Applicants must meet specific educational and experience requirements. This is a full-time position and requires U.S. citizenship.
Interdisciplinary Fisheries Biologist/Wildlife Biologist

Pay $69,107.00 - $82,830.00 / year

Employment type:

Full-Time
Job Description
• Req#: . Serves as the Wildlife and Fisheries Program Manager responsible for planning, coordinating, programming, and directing activities related to wildlife and fisheries resources management in the Intermountain Region, Region 4.
• This is an open and continuous announcement. See Additional Information for more details. Applications expire every 90 days; to remain active, applicants must resubmit.
Duties
• Develop wildlife and fisheries management plans, habitat management plans, and oversee aquatic resource protection.
• Inspect habitat projects for compliance and recommend improvements.
• Design studies for habitat and population monitoring to ensure habitat and species maintenance.
• Plan habitat management programs focusing on biodiversity conservation.
• Review plans for technical accuracy and alignment with management objectives.
• Translate policies into regional programs and guidance.
• Participate in interdisciplinary planning teams (IDT).
Requirements
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service or be exempt.
• Subject to background checks and fingerprinting.
• Complete a one-year probationary period unless previously served.
• Federal payments via direct deposit are required.
• Pass the E-Verify employment verification.
Qualifications

Applicants must meet the eligibility and qualification standards by the closing date. Refer to OPM standards for details. Ensure your application clearly demonstrates experience; transcripts are required for education-based qualifications. This position may be filled from multiple series listed below.

Basic Requirements:
Fish Biology Series GS-0482
• Degree in Biological Science with at least 6 semester hours in aquatic subjects and 12 in animal sciences.
Wildlife Biology Series GS-0486
• Degree in Biological Science with at least 9 semester hours in wildlife subjects, 12 in zoology, and 9 in botany or related sciences.

Alternative qualifications include a combination of education and experience as detailed in the original description.

Specialized Experience Requirements:

GS-11 and GS-12 levels require specific experience in wildlife or fishery program development, analysis, and oversight, as detailed in the original description.

Volunteer work and unpaid experience are credited if documented properly, including details like dates, hours, duties, and titles.
About the company

The USDA is responsible for laws related to farming, forestry, rural development, and food safety, aiming to support agriculture, protect resources, and foster rural communities.
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