Fishery Biologist
In order to be qualified for the position, you must meet the following Basic Requirements AND Minimum Qualifications below. Basic Requirements:
A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in biological science that included:
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 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.) (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS) OR A combination of education and
Experience:
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 above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS) AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GS-09:
Specialized
Experience:
Have at least one (1) year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in the private or public sectors) performing the following:
(1) assisting with the development and preparation of resource management plan dealing with aquatic and fishery resources; (2) conducting scientifically credible protection, mitigation, and restoration projects; (3) preparing scientific reports regarding the results of protection, mitigation, reintroduction, inventory, monitoring, and research activities; (4) Acquiring and maintaining equipment and supplies necessary for the fishery program. OR Education:
Have a master's or equivalent graduate degree or two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited college or university with a major in fishery biology. (NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts as proof of any claimed education). OR Combination of Education and Specialized
Experience:
Have some specialized experience as described above, but less than one (1) year; and I have more than one (1) year but less than two (2) years of graduate education. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100%. To combine education and experience, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of completed graduate education beyond the first year by 18 (or 27 for quarter hours). You must submit a copy of your transcripts as proof of any claimed education). GS-11:
Specialized
Experience:
Have at least one (1) year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in the private or public sectors) performing the following:
(1) Evaluating inventory and monitoring data to determine fish habitat and population trends and impacts; (2) Participating in writing or reviewing technical reports for Environmental Assessments and Impact Statements; (3) Conducting surveys to monitor existing aquatic management habitat projects; (4) Working with a variety of groups to share information pertaining to fish biology and aquatic habitat conservation, laws, and regulations. OR Education:
Possess 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in fishery biology. (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS) OR Combination of Education and Specialized
Experience:
A combination of the specialized experience described above, and graduate level education described above that totals 100% when combined. To determine your combination, first compute your experience as a percentage of the experience listed above; then determine your education as a percentage of the education listed above; then add the two percentages. Only graduate education in excess of two years (i.e., 36 semester hours) may be combined with experience under this provision. (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS) Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Volunteer
Experience:
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. You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as varies.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in biological science that included:
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 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.) (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS) OR A combination of education and
Experience:
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 above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS) AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GS-09:
Specialized
Experience:
Have at least one (1) year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in the private or public sectors) performing the following:
(1) assisting with the development and preparation of resource management plan dealing with aquatic and fishery resources; (2) conducting scientifically credible protection, mitigation, and restoration projects; (3) preparing scientific reports regarding the results of protection, mitigation, reintroduction, inventory, monitoring, and research activities; (4) Acquiring and maintaining equipment and supplies necessary for the fishery program. OR Education:
Have a master's or equivalent graduate degree or two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited college or university with a major in fishery biology. (NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts as proof of any claimed education). OR Combination of Education and Specialized
Experience:
Have some specialized experience as described above, but less than one (1) year; and I have more than one (1) year but less than two (2) years of graduate education. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100%. To combine education and experience, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of completed graduate education beyond the first year by 18 (or 27 for quarter hours). You must submit a copy of your transcripts as proof of any claimed education). GS-11:
Specialized
Experience:
Have at least one (1) year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in the private or public sectors) performing the following:
(1) Evaluating inventory and monitoring data to determine fish habitat and population trends and impacts; (2) Participating in writing or reviewing technical reports for Environmental Assessments and Impact Statements; (3) Conducting surveys to monitor existing aquatic management habitat projects; (4) Working with a variety of groups to share information pertaining to fish biology and aquatic habitat conservation, laws, and regulations. OR Education:
Possess 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in fishery biology. (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS) OR Combination of Education and Specialized
Experience:
A combination of the specialized experience described above, and graduate level education described above that totals 100% when combined. To determine your combination, first compute your experience as a percentage of the experience listed above; then determine your education as a percentage of the education listed above; then add the two percentages. Only graduate education in excess of two years (i.e., 36 semester hours) may be combined with experience under this provision. (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS) Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Volunteer
Experience:
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. You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as varies.
- Department:
0482 Fish Biology - Salary Range:
$52,905 to $83,210 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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