POSITION TITLE: biological science technician

Hiring Organization/Employer: USDA 
Application Deadline:  June 12, 2026
Education Required:  none
Location:  Shaw AFB, SC

Description:  

 within a geographical area or technical/subject area of program involvement.
Inspects and surveys areas and, as necessary, will revise existing WDM programs in close
consultation with higher-level management.
Uses WDM tools/devices which may include some or all of the following depending on need in
assigned area: firearms; foothold, body-grip, cage traps; foot snares; neck snares; chemical
control methods; pyrotechnics; noise cannons/exploders; drop nets; rocket/cannon nets; various
other scaring devices.
Assists Wildlife Biologists by correctly identifying current, and forecasting future damage,
problems and relating them to the damage-causing species.
Independently determines and selects the most effective means of control for individual
situations.
Modifies or adapts established damage control techniques as necessary to meet local conditions
and address specific environmental, economic or political considerations.
Assists in the negotiation of cooperative service agreements with landowners, lessees, or
administrators to accomplish the goals outlined for the WS program.
Enters data into established WDM database/system of record. Uses data to prepare and submit
routine reports regarding daily, weekly or monthly activities, observations, and events.
Assists in conducting demonstrations and training for others, including other cooperators or
other interested groups, on WDM methods, procedures, and program objectives.
Complies with restrictions and mitigation measures established through consultation with
relevant Federal and State agencies.
Carries out duties in accordance with program decisions made in compliance with the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) under guidance and
oversight by supervisor.
Performs other duties, as required. 

 

 

Compensation & Benefits:  

 Term Appointment with possibility for Benefits,
Excepted Service.
Not to Exceed 13 months (may be extended up to 4
years).

$45,409 - $65,599 per year

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

 • 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)
Resume cannot exceed two pages.
• Transcripts (if qualifying on education must have been obtained from an accredited
institution. Education completed in a foreign institution must include an evaluation
by an organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs
that it was deemed equivalent to an accredited U.S. education program, see: Foreign
Education Evaluation. All transcripts must be in English or include an English
translation.)
• DD-214 (Member 4 copy)
• VA letter required for applicable Veteran Preference, if applicable.
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.  

 

 

 

How to Apply:  

  Additional materials not listed above (i.e. position descriptions, training
certificates, etc.) may not be considered. Applicants who do not submit the required items listed
above will not be considered. Applications with all supporting documents must be submitted to the
contact office and must be RECEIVED by the CLOSING DATE of this announcement.
Interested individuals should send a resume (cannot exceed two pages), transcripts, veteran
documentation (if applicable) to the address listed here. Application materials sent by e-mail must
be received by 4:00pm on closing date to be considered. Photographs of application materials are
not allowed.

 

 

Contact:  

 CONTACT:
Noel Myers, State Director
400 Northeast Drive, Suite L
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 477-3151
noel.e.myers@usda.gov