Biological Science Tech (Plants/Invasives/Natural Resource)
Introduction
The Naches and Cle Elum Ranger Districts on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest will soon begin filling temporary positions in the Botany and Invasive Plant Program for the 2020 field season. Positions will be filled at the GS-4 (1 position), GS-5 (5 positions), and GS-7 (3 positions) levels.
This is a TEMPORARY SEASONAL position with a maximum six month tour schedule (Not To Exceed 1039 hrs.). The anticipated start date will most likely be mid-May, with the tour potentially running through October and November. The duty station are in Naches or Cle Elum, WA. Housing may be available for employees depending on location and grade. The position will be full-time (40 hours/week).
Summary of Positions
If selected, candidates will most likely work a flex schedule. Selected individuals should be prepared to work in inclement weather and other adverse conditions.
Biological Science Technician (Plants) GS-7, 3 positions, Naches-2 positions, Cle Elum – 1 position
20-TEMP1-CR56-2515-7DT-RP
Primary responsibilities include:
- Oversee and coordinate field work for GS-4 and GS-5 technicians including management of electronic data collection
- Treat invasive plant sites by hand-pulling or herbicide in wilderness and non-wilderness landscapes
- Conducting surveys for various invasive plant species
- Conduct surveys for various sensitive plant species and habitats Assist with data management
- Current WA pesticide applicator’s license or ability to attain a license
- Assists with revegetation and ecological restoration duties such as planting, seed collection, and assessing status of existing/ongoing revegetation efforts.
- Driving or hiking to field locations
- Assist with surveys for
Biological Science Technician (Invasive Plants) (Plants) (Natural Resources) GS-5/GS-4, Naches – 2 positions, Cle Elum – 3 positions
20-TEMP1-CR56-2736-5DT-RP
20-TEMP1-CR56-3102-4DT-RP
20-TEMP1-R6-3103-5DT-RO
20-TEMP1-R6-2735-4DT-RO
Primary responsibilities include:
- Treat invasive plant sites by hand-pulling or herbicide in wilderness and non-wilderness landscapes
- Conducting surveys for various invasive plant species
- Current WA pesticide applicator’s license or ability to attain a license
- Assists with revegetation and ecological restoration duties such as planting, seed collection, and assessing status of existing/ongoing revegetation efforts.
- Driving or hiking to field locations
- Assist with surveys for various sensitive plant species and habitats
Required Documents
For a complete list of required documents, refer to the USAJOBS vacancy announcement.
- Resume that includes the following information: 1) job information for which you are applying; 2) personal information; 3) education; 4) work experience; and 5) other qualifications.
- College Transcripts, since education is required for meeting basic qualifications and/or you are substituting education for specialized experience. An unofficial copy is sufficient with the application, however, if selected an official college transcript will be required.
- DD-214 and/or SF-15 Application for 10-point Veteran Preference if claiming Veterans’ Preference or eligibility for appointment under the VRA, VEOA, or 30% Disabled Veterans hiring authority.
Selection Considerations for this position
- Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester/36 quarter hours of botany or plant science-related courses, and one year of GS-6 experience or the equivalent if applying for GS-7. One year of experience is required at the GS-4 level or equivalent if applying for GS-5. One year of experience is required at the GS-4 level or equivalent if applying for GS-4.
- Familiarity with Pacific NW flora, or better yet, with the Central Washington Flora (GS-7)
- Capable of keying vascular plants to the species level using various applicable taxonomic keys (GS-7)
- Capable of working in rugged outdoor settings, self-motivated under minimal supervision (all positions)
- Team player with an excellent work ethic (all positions)
- Valid driver’s license is required (all positions)