Fish and Wildlife Biologist

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service • Full-time • Multiple Locations • $89.51k - $130.79k / year • 1d ago

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Open: August 20, 2026 — Closes: September 10, 2026

Summary

This position is a FISH AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST, GS- 0401-12. There are two vacancies in the following locations: Washington Fish and Wildlife Office (Lacey, Vancouver, or Wenatchee, WA) Idaho Fish and Wildlife Office

Major Duties

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Project Management: Develops, establishes and maintains timelines, manages, coordinates, collaborates, evaluates, negotiates, documents, and monitors complex projects from cradle to grave using established processes that provide the full record of a project. Coordinates and facilitates activities pursuant to sections 4,6,7,8, and 10 of the Endangered Species Act. Plans, investigates, conducts, and reviews on-site ecological investigations on a wide variety of the most complex and diverse Federal land and water resource development proposals to determine their effects on fish and wildlife resources, with special emphasis on rare, candidate, proposed, federally listed threatened and endangered species habitat, riparian habitat, wetland ecology and management, and other habitats of concern in the affected area. Maintains and fosters positive partnerships both internally and externally. Communicates the Service's mission and program objectives effectively to diverse audiences through clear verbal and written communication. Independently conducts consultations pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. Responsible for preparation of Biological Opinions for signature by the Field Office Supervisor. Negotiates with project proponents and Federal/state agencies concerning measures, standards, and procedures to protect, restore, and enhance fish and wildlife resources, including mitigation and conservation measures. Prepares objective and complete written reports and other documents and delivers oral presentations to Service, professional, and public groups as to investigations conducted, and results of such investigations with regard to impacts of environmental contaminants on fish and wildlife resources. Inspects projects for compliance with policies, standards, guidelines, agreements, and plans, followed by recommendations for action to assure compliance.

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