Biological Science Technician (PLANTS) (Seasonal)
Department of the Interior
National Park Service, National Capital Regional Office

These positions are located in National Capital Area Office.

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for National Capital Area Office is April-October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April

Open to the first 100 applicants or until 12/26/2025 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

The major duties of the Biological Science Technician include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collect field data concerning plant ecology using established monitoring protocols.
• Perform various field tasks related to quantitative plant ecology, including: installation and maintenance of permanent forest monitoring plots; navigation to remote field sites using global positioning system (GPS) technologies, maps, and a compass; measurement of trees, shrubs, herbs, ferns, sedges, and grasses; description of forest canopy and habitat characteristics; collection of GPS and photo point data; and identification and collection of plant specimens.
• Perform in remote and urban locations, and will require attention to safety, long hikes carrying field gear, comfort working in wetland habitats, and excellent field biology skills.
• Identify vascular plant species of the mid-Alantic region.
• Responsible for vegetation inventory and monitoring; delineating, mapping, and classifying plant communities; preparing detailed site descriptions of rare or non-native plant occurrences; collecting voucher specimens; preparing and maintaining equipment; assisting in the herbarium, including maintaining specimens, preparing labels, and identifying specimens.
• Perform data entry, basic manipulation, and implementation of quality control procedures, assist with report writing, data analysis, and presentation preparation.

To learn more, or to apply, visit the official posting on USAJobs.