Biological Science Technician (Plants)(Seasonal)

National Park Service • Multiple Locations • $26.78 - $38.45 / hour • 1d ago

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Open: October 19, 2026 — Closes: October 26, 2026

Summary

Biological Science Technicians perform field and technical work to monitor, manage, and protect natural resources, including plants, wildlife, aquatic resources, and their habitats. Likely Entry on Duty: March - May 2027. Open to the first 150 applicants.

Major Duties

These positions may be filled for a six month seasonal period, but can be vary due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Defined Season Per Park: March - October: Klamath Network April - October: Olympic National Park, Sierra Nevada Netework, Yosemite National Park May - October: Lassen Volcanic National Park, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks May - November: North Cascades National Park Some of the Biological Science Technician (Plants) Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Manages invasive plant populations and restores disturbed sites using best available methods in accordance with established policy and standards, applying experimental methods when needed. Collects, cleans, and stores native plant materials for subsequent propagation, seeding, and transplanting; manages and inventories materials and plants in a nursery; outplants and provides post-planting care. Produces containerized plants from seed collections and cuttings; maintains these and other plant materials received from government cooperators and private growers in good condition. Develops annual nursery and plant propagation work plans based on restoration priorities, species lists, and quantities established by supervisor. Manage and analyze data using spreadsheet, database, statistical, and GIS software. Develops seasonal and weekly work plans for vegetation staff and partners in coordination with supervisor; independently sets daily schedules and trains staff in work protocols. Collects field data to monitor all vegetation management actions; updates and improves protocols as needed; completes required reporting for all vegetation management actions. Conduct vegetation sampling in remote wilderness settings. Additional duties for GS9: Executes complex invasive plant management operations, providing technical leadership in the identification, monitoring, mapping, and implementation of treatments for invasive species; ensures adherence to established protocols and safety standards and evaluates treatment effectiveness to inform adaptive management strategies. Develops successful field and greenhouse propagation techniques for native species through review of scientific literature, discussions with subject matter experts in plants and restoration ecology, and experimentation for a limited number of species as needed. Develops outyear work plans and completes analytical reporting on vegetation management tasks; develops novel protocols for vegetation management; coordinates with partners to develop and improve resource management strategies. Following established procedures and within a defined scope, conduct scientifically credible forest plot data collection. Plans and executes multi-day backcountry field data collection trips into the backcountry. Leads field crews on backcountry field data collection trips, prioritizing safety and scientific validity of data collection efforts; making independent decisions in the field that align with safety and project goals.