There is promotion potential to the GS-13 grade level. This position is the principal technical authority on the programs, projects, capabilities and facilities on ecological monitoring. Specific assignments revolve around selection and design of sampling strategies to monitor ecological conditions. The incumbent will provide design and analysis recommendations to any ecological monitoring efforts. Design includes development of conceptual ecological models, selection of appropriate indicator organisms and ecological processes, and determination of suitable sites and frequencies for sampling.
Analysis involves statistical interpretation of data.
The USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be made solely on the basis of merit, fitness and qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, creed, age, marital status, national origin, nondisqualifying handicap conditions, or any other non-merit factors.