Supervisory Biologist

$103,409 - $138,083/Yr

United States Fish & Wildlife Service - Salt Lake City, UT

Part-time - Senior

Onsite - Salt Lake City, UT

Administration of Environmental Quality Programs

About the position

The Supervisory Biologist (Deputy Field Supervisor) position at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service involves overseeing a team within the Arizona Ecological Services Field Office. The role encompasses a range of supervisory and managerial duties, including providing technical guidance, conducting scientific reviews, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects related to fish and wildlife conservation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a supervisor, exercising the full range of supervisory and managerial duties for the staff.
• Provide administrative and technical guidance to subordinate staff and support other Service units in the region.
• Conduct scientific reviews and provide recommendations on actions involving listed species and critical habitat.
• Plan workloads, evaluate employee tasks, and ensure timely completion of ESA Section 7 consultations and Section 4 work products.
• Review and approve ESA Section 7 work products, ensuring compliance with ESA law and regulations.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or National status is required.
• A degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to a major in these fields.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in managing short- and long-term biological or natural resource projects.
• Knowledge of Federal statutes and regulations related to fish and wildlife conservation.
• Experience coordinating activities with internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Telework eligibility with supervisory approval.
• Potential for career advancement within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.