This is a Spatial Waterfowl Ecologist (Wildlife Biologist), Career Ladder GS- 0486-12/13 position located in Bismarck, ND for the Habitat and Population Evaluation Team. The position may be filled at either the GS-12 or 13 Level with a Full Performance Level of GS-13. Pay will vary based on grade level and/or duty location for which you're selected. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. At the full performance level (GS-13) some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Develops and applies spatially-explicit and statistical models that link biological parameters with landscape characteristics to create decision-support tools and prioritization metrics that guide conservation delivery. Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work; uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively. Conceives, designs, plans, and oversees complex field-based and data aggregation projects that collect new or use existing data to address natural resource issues, with an emphasis on waterfowl and wetlands. Communicates effectively through written, visual, and verbal methods with peers and cooperators to relay information pertinent to projects, analysis, modeling outcomes, and spatial information systems. Provides leadership by representing the USFWS in meetings with managers and biologists from various federal, state, and non-government organizations; serving on the technical committee of various Joint Ventures and other groups; participating in regional and national teams, working groups, and other initiatives to further the missions of the USFWS. The salary range at the GS-12 level for Bismarck, North Dakota is $89,508 (Step 1) - $116,362 (Step 10) per year. The salary range at the GS-13 level for Bismarck, North Dakota is $106,437 (Step 1) - $138,370 (Step 10) per year. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level. Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. You may be required to have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. *Additional Requirements located under qualifications*

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