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Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) (Seasonal) – Pacific West Parks

Wildlife & Forestry

National Park ServiceArco, Idaho · Rocky Mountains

Pay
$17.45–$31.43 per hour
Starts
Mar 1, 2027

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The Park Service is filling seasonal wildlife technician jobs for 2027 at Craters of the Moon in Idaho, Lassen, Redwood, Point Reyes, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Channel Islands, Whiskeytown and Yosemite in California, Haleakala in Hawaii, Crater Lake in Oregon, and Olympic and Mount Rainier in Washington. Technicians survey and monitor wildlife populations and habitat, collect data and samples with standard methods and manage records with GPS and GIS. The posting warns of strenuous off-trail field work, with some days covering up to 25 miles or working above 10,000 feet. Seasons vary by park, generally spanning March or April through October or November, and selectees are expected to start March to May 2027 on an appointment of up to 1,039 hours. Pay is $17.45 to $31.43 an hour across GS-4 to GS-7. Housing may be available but is not guaranteed. Apply on USAJOBS by 10/26/2026; it closes early after 500 applications.

Facts about this job
Pay$17.45 to $31.43 per hour
Employment TypeSeasonal
SeasonMar 1, 2027
HousingNot provided
MealsNot provided
ExperienceEntry level, no experience required
LocationArco, Idaho
Job TypeWildlife & Forestry
PostedOct 19, 2026
Apply ByFilled Oct 27, 2026

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