Seasonal-Biological Science Technician

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Open: March 10, 2026 —
Closes: March 16, 2026

This position is a Biological Science Technician, GS‑0404‑5 working in Decatur, AL for the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge. The incumbent serves as a Biological Science Technician in support of biological programs responsible for conserving fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats.

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 season's 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 your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Identifying invasive species and organisms
• Identifying target species and populations
• Monitoring and assisting in the control of nuisance and invasive species
• Assisting with wildlife monitoring, mowing/seeding activities, vegetation removal, and GPS mapping of pest species
• Data collection and recording