JOB SUMMARY: What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service. Salary: $39,576 (Step 01) to $51,446 (Step 10); NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01. MAJOR DUTIES: As a Biological Science Technician (Fisheries) within the Columbia Environmental Research Center, some of your specific duties will include: Collecting biological, botany, fisheries, or wildlife data from study files or monitoring stations. Performing laboratory analysis of biological samples to determine specified chemical, biological, or physical characteristics. Performing water quality analysis. Assisting with the care and culture of invasive and/or endangered species maintained in the laboratory from egg to adult life stages. Operating a government motor vehicle or a boat as an incidental driver PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work requires some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring running, walking, or bending, walking or climbing ladders or scaffolds to observe, collect or record data. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment varies from laboratory setting to field sites and offices. The work involves moderate risks and discomforts such as high noise levels and exposure to chemicals, adverse weather conditions, and extreme temperatures that may require following special safety procedures. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.