Natural Resources Job Board

 TYPE OF POSITION: Term Appointment with possibility for Benefits, Excepted Service. Not to Exceed 13 months (may be extended up to 4 years).
WORK SCHEDULE: Full-Time
ANNOUNCEMENT #: SC-011-2025
SERIES/GRADE: GS-0404-3/4/5
FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL: GS-0404-5
LOCATION: 2 positions in the following locations:
                      1. Horry County, SC – 1 position
                      2. Sumter County, SC – 1 position
                      (Relocation expenses will not be paid)
SALARY: GS 3: $36,103 - $42,501 per year
                 GS 4: $36,825 – 46,868 per year
                 GS 5: $40,332 - $52,426 per year

The technician is responsible for conducting wildlife damage management operations, primarily for beaver, that are causing damage to roads/bridges, property, agriculture, and natural resources through direct control lethal trapping and firearm methods.   Incumbent will use WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps, neck snares; hand tools, explosives; chemical control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various other scaring devices.

Utilizes working knowledge of WDM methods and strategies to independently recommend appropriate WDM strategies which alleviate wildlife damage for cooperators and the general public through technical assistance.

Please contact for full job announcement and any questions regarding the position.

WHO MAY APPLY:
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be 18 years old
• If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, civil service employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions (proof of registration and/or exemption required). Website: http://www.sss.gov.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
• Resume (include days/months/years worked, work schedule, and grade level if federal)
     1) Personal information such as name, address, contact information
     2) Education
     3) Detailed work experience related to this position as described in the announcement including: work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, title/                  series/ grade (if applicable)
     4) All supervisors' phone numbers and if they may be contacted
     5) Other qualifications, such as transcripts (if qualifying on education)
• Transcripts (if qualifying on education)
• DD-214 (Member 4 copy), if applicable for Veteran’s Preference
• VA letter required if claiming disabled Veteran’s Preference
• Current active-duty members must submit a certification that they are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
General Experience at the GS-3 Grade Level:
Applicants must have 6 months of work experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to
perform the work of the position or experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation.
OR
Education Substitution at the GS-3 Level:
Successful completion of l year of study that included at least 6 semester hours in any combination
of scientific or technical courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal
husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics.
OR
Combination of Education and Experience at the GS-3 Level:
Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.
For the GS-4 Grade Level:
Applicants must have 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-03 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates:
Identifying North American wildlife species.
Experience in the principles of wildlife ecology and management in support of a wildlife management program.
Experience in preparing baits and setting traps in accordance with standard procedures.
Experience keeping routine and basic records of daily activities and observations.
OR
Education Substitution at the GS-4 Grade Level: Successful completion of 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must be in wildlife.
OR
Combination of Education and Experience at the GS-4 Grade Level:
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Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.
For the GS-5 Grade Level:
Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-4 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, federal) sectors which demonstrate experience in:
Experience in wildlife damage mitigation methods and techniques.
Experience using lethal and non-lethal animal control techniques.
Conducting basic computer operations for record keeping, data analysis, report writing and correspondence.
OR
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree with major study, or at least 24 semester hours, in any combination of scientific or technical courses such as biology, chemistry, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics, with at least 6 semester hours in wildlife.
OR
Combination of Education and Experience at the GS-5 Grade Level:
Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED
Applicants who meet basic minimum qualifications may be referred to the hiring manager for selection. Qualified candidates eligible for veterans’ preference will receive referral and selection priority over non-veterans.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (if applicable to your position)
• Must obtain or have a valid state driver’s license. Operation of Government-owned or leased vehicles is required. (if this applies)
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E- Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.
• Position is subject to random and applicant drug testing.
• Must demonstrate a respect for safety in all operations, including the operation of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and equipment.
• In order to perform the essential duties of this position, you must have the legal and physical ability to possess and discharge firearms. You must be able to pass a government background check and meet any additional requirements to carry and use firearms. A background check will include answering questions about where you’ve lived, worked, went to school, and any military
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history or police records. Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check). • Occasional travel may be required
• Initial trial period may be required