This is a temporary appointment intended for seasonal work that is less than 6 months or 1040 hours from the date of appointment/service year. It is expected this position will be terminated upon completion of the seasons work. The agency may non-competitively rehire an eligible temporary seasonal worker in subsequent years who works less than 6 months or 1040 hours in their service year.

As a Seasonal – Biological Science Technician (Habitat) your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in diverse plant and habitat studies using established research and survey methodologies. Identify and document native and invasive plant and animal species in the field.
• Collect biological samples with strict adherence to documentation, storage, transport, and reporting protocols utilizing a variety of databases and reporting systems.
• Enter and organize data using automated systems; conduct preliminary statistical analysis to support report development.
• Operate field equipment such as GPS units, cameras, binoculars, and rangefinders to collect and record survey data. Monitor environmental conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity) and assess their impact on plant health.
• Support land management activities including grazing oversight, water control structure monitoring, and ecological assessments.