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$36 – $47 / hour
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 2, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role leads scientific stewardship of a major national park's physical resources—geology, hydrology, air quality, and related domains—through research design, monitoring programs, and ecosystem restoration. It suits scientists with experience managing abiotic resources and translating data into landscape-scale conservation strategies.
Our summary, not National Park Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
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What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience at GS-09 level or equivalent in abiotic resource management, protection, or monitoring
- Bachelor's degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics with 24+ semester hours in physical science or related engineering
- Experience writing management plans, developing monitoring protocols, and coordinating resource protection across agencies
Nice to have
- Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree in a related field
- Experience with climate science or geomorphology
- Conference participation and public engagement in scientific stewardship