Overview

This position is a Wildlife Refuge Specialist, GS- 0485-7 working in Marion, IL for the R3-Crab Orchard Superfund Project.

Responsibilities

As a Wildlife Refuge Specialist your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

The duties described below are for the full-performance level. At developmental levels, assignments will be more limited in scope. performed with less independence and limited complexity.

  • Responsible for planning and carrying out work assignments involving technical biological and habitat restoration/development projects for the refuge.
  • Collects, enters into various data bases, and analyzes data from assigned habitat management projects to verify content
  • Responsible for planning and carrying out work assignments involving technical biological and habitat restoration/development projects for the Refuge/WMD.
  • Collects, enters into various data bases, and analyzes data from assigned habitat management projects to verify content validity and ensure no errors on input.
  • Prepares reports on progress and completion of studies for the Wildlife Refuge Manager and other senior management, who use the data in the formulation of future programs and improvements in Refuge/WMD management practices.
  • Plans and schedules operations and maintenance projects. Develops various work plans and makes recommendations to senior management. Utilizes various IT programs (e.g., SAMMS) in conducting such work.
  • Participates in the development of short and long-range plans, annual work plans, and budgets with Wildlife Refuge Manager and other senior management. Develops timetables for completion of work for assigned projects.
  • Interacts with other Federal and state agencies and interest groups in the development of long-range plans for management of Refuge/WMD resources with Wildlife Refuge Manager and other senior management.
  • Performs administrative duties that are incidental to the primary program such as maintenance of station records and fiscal accounts, procurement of supplies, services, and equipment, and disposal of surplus property.

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for the Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply).
  • Merit promotion applicants must meet time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
  • Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
  • Driver?s License: Selectees must possess and maintain a valid State driver’s license at all times during their tenure.
  • Uniform: Official U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service uniform is required.
  • Probationary Period: Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.