GS-04 level:
- removes nonnative fish from alpine lakes;
- completes visual encounter surveys for amphibians and reptiles;
- sets, cleans and repairs gill nets;
- electro-fishes in streams;
- conducts fish, amphibian, and reptile surveys;
- collects field data;
- kills nonnative fish; handles dead fish;
- follows detailed protocols;
- records environmental parameters; using topographic maps, compass, and/or global positioning systems (GPS) for navigation;
- provides an overview of the project to park visitors.
- and occasionally assists with research projects.
Additional Duties at the
GS-05 level:
- interacts with the public regarding sensitive amphibian, reptile, or fisheries management issues;
- discusses scientific information with peers and public;
- and trains other technicians, interns, volunteers, and field observers.
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is May to June but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: June 2023.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks represent an extraordinary continuum of ecosystems (96% designated wilderness) arrayed along the greatest vertical relief (1,370 to 14,505 feet elevation) of any protected area in the lower 48 states. These parks provide a wealth of recreational opportunities via 835 miles of trails, wild and scenic rivers, alpine lakes, and caves, along with a full range of overnight lodging prospects to choose from that include 14 campgrounds. For detailed area information visit:
https://www.nps.gov/seki/getinvolved/workwithus.htm.
Government Housing: Available housing units may include tent cabins, mobile homes, apartments, or traditional houses and housing/rooms will likely be shared with other employees, interns, volunteers, etc. Units may be rustic, located in wilderness areas, with few if any modern conveniences. Pets (other than service pets) and overnight guests are not allowed; units are to house assigned employees only.
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Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
- Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
- Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
- You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter (or more frequently if management determines such need exists), you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to your possession of a valid State issued driver's license that is current and has not been revoked, suspended, canceled, or otherwise disqualified in any way to prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle. You will also submit a photocopy of your valid State issued driver's license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year, or more frequently if management determines such need exists. Lastly, you may be required to submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that discloses all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. Please indicate in your application whether you possess a valid State driver's license.
- You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
- You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 13 nights per month.
- Strong backpacking and wilderness camping skills is required along with being comfortable in remote wilderness settings with limited human contact for 1-2 weeks at a time.
- Work schedules and project assignments may change depending on staffing needs, weather conditions, and funding.
- Must work well in a small crew for extended periods.
