There are two Biological Science Technician (Fish) vacancies, one is with the Saratoga National Fish Hatchery in Saratoga WY, and the other is with the Jackson National Fish Hatchery in Jackson, WY. Salary Range Information (Per Annum): *First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. GS-05, Step 01- $40,736- Step 10 $52,957 GS-06, Step 01-$45,409- Step 10 $59,031
These positions are located within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Fish & W/l Svc Region 6, one vacancy is with the Saratoga National Fish Hatchery in Saratoga WY, and the other is with the Jackson National Fish Hatchery in Jackson, WY.
As a Biological Science Technician (Fish) at the full performance GS-07 level, your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Work individually or as part of a team to provide daily care and husbandry for fish and endangered species, including feeding, spawning, egg incubation, rearing, health, observations, cleaning, inventory, and maintaining suitable environmental conditions to support conservation and production programs.
Perform routine hatchery operations and facility maintenance required for the safe and efficient operation of a national fish hatchery, including operation of hatchery water systems, pumps, valves, feeders, alarms, and other equipment, as well as using hand tools and power equipment to maintain buildings, grounds, raceways, and support facilities.
Operate fish transport equipment and assist with fish/toad distribution and stocking activities, including loading, transporting, and stocking fish while following established safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity procedures.
Collect, record, compile, and summarize biological, production, and water quality data using electronic databases and other recordkeeping systems to support hatchery operations, fish health monitoring, endangered species recovery, and management decisions.
Support conservation partnerships and public outreach activities by assisting with educational programs, hatchery tours, volunteer events, and interactions with visitors, schools, Tribal partners, and other agencies while promoting the mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.
You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.
https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification
This position is with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior.
The posted pay range is $40736 – $59031/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-08.
There are 2 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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