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Biological Science Technician (Temporary)
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: National Park Service
- Department: Department of the Interior
- Location: Sitka, Alaska
- Salary: $63186 – $82139/yr
- Hiring Path: Special Authorities
- Number of Openings: 1
- Security Clearance: Not Required
- Date Posted: 2026-08-31
- Application Deadline: 2026-09-14
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Job Summary
This is an excepted service appointment, that remains in the excepted service indefinitely. These positions do not confer competitive status. This is a temporary position expected to last one year, but may be extended up to a maximum of two years based on agency needs and potential funding. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
Key Responsibilities
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Performs assignments in collecting data from field investigations and making observations in which biological conditions are readily identifiable for the park's ecology, wildlife, fishery, and/or habitat conditions. Analyzes data and reviews biological reports in an office and drafts reports, assigned portions of reports, or full reports.
Prepares maps, graphs, and charts representing data. Participates in phases of planning, organizing, and implementing of biological investigations that affect ecology, wildlife, fishery, and/or habitat conditions.
Performs progressively more complex duties supporting the investigations of the organization including gathering, organizing, and interpreting biological, ecological, pathological, public use data, or other information pertinent to the research studies and/or scientific investigations.
Requirements & Education
There is no substitution of education for the required special knowledge or expertise as outlined in 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 $63186 – $82139/yr.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-09-14.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Special Authorities' hiring path.
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