Biologist

The Office of Conservation Investment (formerly the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program) of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the Northeast Region is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Biologist (GS 401 11/12)

 https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/819927500?_gl=1*1m54j0*_ga*MjMzNTQ0MDEuMTcyNzgxNTU3Mw..*_ga_5222X8D281*MTczMjA1NDc1MS40LjEuMTczMjA1NTIxNS4wLjAuMA..  

The application period closes December 3rd.

The Office of Conservation Investment partners to fund conservation and connect people with nature and delivers impactful conservation outcomes through administration of 12 Federal grant programs to states and partners totaling more than $250 million annually. We are a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to working collaboratively and effectively with a strong sense of purpose, and creating a workplace that is welcoming to all. 

 
As a Fish and Wildlife Biologist your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinate and facilitate the development, approval and implementation of grants that effectively support State, District of Columbia, and Native American Tribal conservation, management, and outdoor access needs.
• Analyze grant proposals to determine whether they 1) are eligible for funding under the respective act and applicable regulations; 2) comply with applicable laws and regulations, and policy; 3) are biologically sound; 4) are designed economically; and 5) will result in benefits commensurate with costs.
• Review ongoing projects in the field and via reports to ensure that their development and/or use is carried out as originally proposed.
• Provide consultation, advice, and guidance to the professional staff of the State fish and wildlife agencies, Tribal nations, and conservation organizations.
• Communicates the accomplishments of grant funded work to key audiences.

We are particularly seeking applicants with background and experience to effectively administer grants to state fish and wildlife agencies to support boating and fishing access projects; or land protection projects for fish and wildlife conservation.