The Park Service’s Southeast Region is filling seasonal wildlife technician jobs for 2027 at Great Smoky Mountains (Cherokee, North Carolina and Gatlinburg, Tennessee), Cape Lookout National Seashore on Harkers Island, North Carolina, and Big South Fork in Oneida, Tennessee. Technicians survey and monitor wildlife populations and habitat, collect field data and specimens with standard sampling methods, and record and manage the data using GPS and GIS. Higher grades work more independently, maintain specialized field gear and help with analysis and reports. The regional season runs about March to October, with starts expected March or April 2027 on an appointment of up to 1,039 hours. Grades are GS-4 to GS-6, paying $17.45 to $28.29 an hour before locality pay. Government housing may be offered but is not guaranteed. Apply on USAJOBS by 10/26/2026; it closes early after 950 applications.
| Pay | $17.45 to $28.29 per hour |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Seasonal |
| Season | Mar 1, 2027 – Oct 31, 2027 |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Entry level, no experience required |
| Location | Harkers Island, North Carolina |
| Job Type | Wildlife & Forestry |
| Posted | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Apply By | Filled Oct 27, 2026 |
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