Biological Science Technician (Plants) (Seasonal)

National Park Service · Department of the Interior

📍 Multiple Locations 💰 $26.78 – $34.81/hr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: National Park Service
Department: Department of the Interior
Location: Multiple Locations
Salary: $26.78 – $34.81/hr
Hiring Path: Fed Transition
Number of Openings: Many
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-10-05
Application Deadline: 2026-10-13

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Job Summary

Biological Science Technicians perform field and technical work to monitor, manage, and protect natural resources, including plants, wildlife, aquatic resources, and their habitats. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Intermountain Region is March-December, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March - May.

Key Responsibilities

Some of the Biological Science Technician (Plants) Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Monitor native or nonnative plant communities including identifying plants to species, identifying phenological stage, canopy cover, and collecting site characteristic data. Select site locations, restoration techniques, sampling techniques, and appropriate equipment for native plant restoration projects. Determine selection of species, locations, and/or methods for collection.

Provide instruction and/or oversight in ecological restoration, exotic plant management, or vegetation studies principles and techniques. Instruction may have been in plant identification, proper seed collection, soil stabilization, planting, manual or chemical control techniques, and/or mulching and site protection. Navigate off-trail using maps and Global Positioning System (GPS), hiking through rough terrain, to locate field sites.

Requirements & Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level of this announcement.

Contact

seasonaltempteam@ios.doi.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Park Service, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $26.78 – $34.81/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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