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Open: July 1, 2026 — Closes: July 15, 2026
Summary
This position serves as a Wildlife Refuge Specialist, GS- 0485-11 working in California for the San Luis National Refuge Complex. The incumbent of this position assists the Wildlife Refuge Manager in the development and administration of the operating program and other activities. Refuge operations and programs include wildlife biology, ecology, habitat management, natural resource program management, visitor services, outreach and education programs, and volunteer programs.
Major Duties
As a Wildlife Refuge Specialist your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Participates in the review of projects proposed by other bureaus/agencies, stakeholders/partners (i.e., U.S. Forest Service, state fish and wildlife agencies, Tribal representatives), identifying possible conflicts with refuge management objectives, and develops comments and recommendations for the Wildlife Refuge Manager and senior management approval. Participates in the development of required National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation (or portions thereof) including Environmental Assessments (EAs), Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 consultations, archeological clearances, and similar actions. Coordinates with the Wildlife Refuge Manager and other senior management in the gathering and consolidating of data. Participates in the design of outreach and educational programs for the community; and provides input to the development of a variety of information such as brochures, interpretive panels/exhibits, and websites. Prepares administrative reports, annual narrative reports, and other documents associated with wildlife management and administrative programs. Utilizes engineering and construction techniques as applied to Refuge/WMD infrastructure, training and operation of heavy equipment, reporting requirements.
