Fish and Wildlife Biologist

You too can make a difference in our world. The work of the US Fish and Wildlife Service is meaningful and varied. Want to know more about what it is like to work for us? Click here to watch a short podcast called Meet Your New Boss! and Diversity is our Strength. Working for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is more than a career. It is a commitment shared by men and women representing a diverse range of professions, backgrounds, and specialties who are dedicated to conserving, protecting, and enhancing fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats. From the Arctic Ocean to the South Pacific, from the Atlantic to the Caribbean, Service personnel are working hard to ensure future generations will be able to enjoy nature's beauty and bounty. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Government-Wide This position is open to current Federal employees on a career or career conditional appointment Reinstatement eligibles and persone eligible under special hiring authorities such as Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) or Veterans Employment Opportunigy Act (VEOA). Job Summary: This position is located at the Department of Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service, Jacksonville Ecological Services Field Office in Jacksonville, Florida. The incumbent serves as a senior Fish and Wildlife Biologist or, Wildlife Biologist and technical advisor in an Ecological Services Field office. The city of Jacksonville is an ideal place to live life to the fullest. Miles of uncrowded and unspoiled land provide a wide variety of distinct residential neighborhoods with housing options to suit any style. From luxury condo high-rises in metropolitan Jacksonville, to grand historic homes, to custom-built new communities in every style imaginable, there is a place for you to feel at home. Whether you are enrolling your children in public or private schools or continuing your own education, you are sure to find an institution that meets your needs. More than 291 public schools, 100 private schools, 16 colleges and universities and 30 vocational and trade institutions exist in Northeast Florida. There is no personal state income tax in Florida. The St. Johns River, divides downtown Jacksonville in two panoramic districts giving way to gorgeous views from riverside restaurants, nightlife hotspots, theaters and galleries. Surf, fish, swim or simply soak up the rays on over 20 miles of wide, pristine beaches along the Atlantic Ocean. Outdoor activities include kayaking, spotting wildlife and hiking in marshes and national parks. Because of its North Florida location, Jacksonville has a temperate climate and a delightful change of seasons not found in other Florida cities. Year-round sunshine and blue skies offer mild weather.