Supervisory Fish Biologist.

Responsibilities

• Conducts biological surveys on complex systems (e.g. Great Lakes and the Mississippi River) for the preservation, rehabilitation and enhancement of fish populations and associated sport and commercial harvest opportunities, and to determine status and trends of native or invasive aquatic species.
• Evaluates Federal stocking programs using standard methods and makes recommendations which affect the production, distribution and use of Federal hatchery fish.
• Evaluates results of fish management activities using standard and novel fish sampling methods and statistical analysis.
• Works with the Project Leader and partners to identify priority projects, determine objectives, and develop procedures for conducting studies.
• Ensures studies meet identified needs, that data will be statistically representative, and that results reported will be valid and reliable for decision-making.
• Oversees the work of biologists and biological science technicians to carry out the work in a professional manner.

Requirements

• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct Deposit participation required.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Required to wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards; a uniform allowance will be provided.
• May be required to serve a 1-year probationary period to evaluate fitness and whether continuation of employment advances the public interest.
• This is a supervisory position that may require completion of a supervisory probationary period.

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement (09/01/2026).

Basic Educational Requirements

In addition to specialized experience, you must meet at least one of the following:

• Degree: A major in biological science that included at least 6 semester hours in aquatic subjects such as limnology, ichthyology, fishery biology, aquatic botany, aquatic fauna, oceanography, fish culture, or related courses in the field of fishery biology; AND at least 12 semester hours in the animal sciences in such subjects as general zoology, vertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, physiology, entomology, parasitology, ecology, cellular biology, genetics, or research in these fields. (Excess course work in aquatic subjects may be used to meet this requirement when appropriate.) Transcripts must be submitted.
• Combination of education and experience: Course work as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Specialized Experience for GS-12

To qualify, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service (public or private sectors). Specialized experience is defined as:

• Conducting biological surveys for the management, preservation, rehabilitation, and/or enhancement of fish populations.
• Evaluating results of fish and other aquatic species management activities using standard and novel fish sampling methods and statistical analysis.
• Preparing reports of scientific findings and delivering presentations at professional meetings, conferences, and symposia.
• Leading biological and technical staff to complete work plan objectives and tasks.
• Collaborating with others to solve biological problems encountered in fishery management.
• Preparing annual work plans, budget submissions, and annual reporting.

Resume must include hours worked per week. Volunteer experience (paid or unpaid) may also be credited.

Education

This position has a mandatory education requirement. Transcripts must be submitted to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application, but official transcripts will be required before beginning work if selected. Foreign education must be evaluated by a private organization specializing in interpretation of foreign credentials and deemed equivalent to U.S. education.

Benefits

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the type of position (full-time, part-time, or intermittent). Contact the hiring agency for more information on specific benefits offered.