Biological Science Technician (Seasonal)

This position is located in Biscayne National Park, in the Division of Natural Resources Management. Likely Entry On Duty: October- December 2026. Open to the first 50 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the 08/14/2026 to be considered.

Participates in the planning and implementation of complex marine and coastal ecological restoration projects, including coral reef, seagrass, coastal forest, and other habitat restoration activities. Provides technical support for project coordination, scheduling, logistics, and field operations. Conducts biological monitoring, surveys, and resource assessments using established scientific protocols to evaluate marine species, habitat conditions, ecosystem relationships, invasive species, and impacts from disturbances such as storms, vessel groundings, disease, and marine debris. Implements restoration activities using established methods and techniques, including coral salvage and outplanting, coral propagation, seagrass restoration and monitoring, invasive species removal, native vegetation planting, and marine debris removal. Collects, manages, analyzes, and summarizes biological data; performs quality assurance and quality control of field data; and prepares technical reports, data summaries, and other documentation to support resource management decisions. Evaluates field conditions, identifies resource concerns, and recommends management actions based on established protocols, scientific guidance, and park resource management plans. Conducts extensive field activities using SCUBA, snorkeling, boats, and other specialized equipment in support of marine resource monitoring, restoration, and protection activities.

U.S. Citizenship required. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males must meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement. Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use. You will be required to submit to and pass a physical examination required for NPS Blue Card (diving) certification prior to appointment. You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. You may be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle. You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. You may be required to travel overnight away from home occasionally. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. You will be required to obtain and maintain a NPS Blue Card (diving certification). In order to obtain and maintain a NPS Blue Card you will need to be able to complete the following: Swim 25 yards underwater without swim aids. Swim 400 yards without swim aids within 15-minute time limit. Kick on the surface 330 yards while wearing scuba gear, but not breathing from scuba unit. Swim 900 yards within 18 minutes, using mask, fins and snorkel and any stroke. Surface dive without swim aids to least 10 feet and recover an object. Without swim aids, perform an in-water swimming rescue of a swimmer and transport a distance of 25 yards. Tread water for 10 minutes, or 2 minutes without the use of hands/arms, without swim aids. Complete a simulated emergency swimming ascent. You must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.