Biological Science Technicians (Wildlife): The National Park Service is seeking up to eleven biological science technicians for the 2006 summer field season at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI). Vacancies include up to nine GS-5 positions ($13.21/hr) and up to two GS-6 positions ($14.72/hr) and involve an array of wildlife projects. Depending on the position, duties include 1) implementing the black bear management plan, in which bear technicians work with both the public (education about food storage) and the bears (marking and radio-collaring, radio telemetry, hazing), 2) implementing the mountain yellow-legged frog restoration project, in which introduced trout populations are removed from lakes and streams using gill nets and backpack electrofishers and native frog populations are monitored, or 3) monitoring bird assemblages at various field stations in these parks. Emphasis is on field work in both team and individual settings. Work locations and dates depend on both the position and the timing of snowmelt. The black bear management and bird monitoring positions are based in the frontcountry with estimated work dates from April or May to August, September or October. The frog restoration positions are based in high elevation wilderness with estimated work dates from June or July to September.
Interested applicants must apply through the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov. The announcement number is SEKI-06-12EQ and can be found by following the "Search Jobs" link at the top of the USAJOBS homepage, and then typing in the announcement number in the "Keyword Search" window, and then following the link to the actual announcement. Applications must include a resume, a completed questionnaire, and a copy of your college transcripts (if you wish to be qualified based on experience and education). Read the announcement for specific details. APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY THE JANUARY 6, 2006 DEADLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THESE POSITIONS. For general application questions call SEKI Personnel at 559-565-3752. For bear management and bird monitoring questions (serious inquiries only, please), contact Rachel Mazur, SEKI Wildlife Biologist, at [EMAIL PROTECTED] For frog restoration questions (serious inquiries only, please), contact Danny Boiano, SEKI Aquatic Ecologist, at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
