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Wildlife Biologist

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Smyrna, DE · full time · Senior

$82,289 – $128,221

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This position manages biological programs and wildlife habitat across a coastal refuge complex for the US Fish and Wildlife Service, involving data analysis, field coordination, and team leadership. It suits biologists with experience in wildlife management, conservation planning, and species monitoring who want to work directly on federal lands.

Our summary, not U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in biological science with specified coursework in wildlife, zoology, and botany
  • One year of specialized experience in wildlife management at GS-09 level or higher (or equivalent for GS-12)
  • Demonstrated ability to manage biological programs and make wildlife management recommendations
  • Experience with wildlife inventory, monitoring, or research

Nice to have

  • Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
  • Three years of progressively higher-level graduate education

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