The National Park Service is seeking one GS-7 term ($17.64/hour), subject- to-furlough, Lead Biological Science Technician for the Aquatic Resources Program in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI), California. This position is estimated to start on May 27, 2007, and will be stationed at the Ash Mountain Headquarters in Sequoia National Park. The Lead Biological Science Technician primarily assists the SEKI Aquatic Ecologist with implementation and management of aquatic resource projects in SEKI, including but not limited to long-term restoration of mountain yellow-legged frogs and high elevation aquatic ecosystems, long-term monitoring of lakes, streams, amphibians, fish and other aquatic biota, and facilitating scientific research of aquatic ecosystems. The incumbent will assist with 1) managing logistics in preparation for summer fieldwork, 2) providing orientation, training and mentoring for the summer seasonal aquatic restoration crew, 3) overseeing field operations for restoration, and 4) providing logistic and field support to the parks’ Inventory and Monitoring Program and to scientific research studies being conducted in SEKI. Other duties include conducting electronic entry, QA/QC, and summary reporting of field data, and maintaining field equipment and supplies. Work will occur throughout SEKI, and will entail cooperation with other agencies, organizations, and cooperators. The incumbent will be supervised by the Aquatic Ecologist, will be the field leader for the summer seasonal aquatic restoration crew, and will occasionally work with other SEKI staff. The position will require extensive wilderness travel within SEKI, and occasional travel to meetings and/or trainings.
Interested applicants can view the full announcement at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov. The announcement number is SEKI-08-32EE. Applications must be mailed and must include a resume, KSAs (shown in announcement), and unofficial copies 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 MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2008 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. For general application questions, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] or call 559- 565-3752. For specific position questions, email [EMAIL PROTECTED] or call 559- 565-4273.
