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From: Tews, Jenna M <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 11:14 AM
Subject: Vacancy Announcement: Permanent Seasonal Biological Science Technicians: Ludington Biological Station - USFWS Sea Lamprey Control
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Ludington Biological Station, is currently recruiting for several permanent-seasonal Biological Science Technician positions. These positions are being recruited through USAJOBS at the GS-5 and GS-6 levels. The open period is from September 5 to September 18, 2024.

Competitive Service: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/807862700<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.usajobs.gov/job/807862700__;!!HXCxUKc!3c-MepPrVd-fAlYzT-_4gQVR7BD4PjaWB-uFnvjO6F55lPa7SZpwzZN7ooZ0483DTQGKymhVxp6tOkSYUxcqdeM$>
Open to all qualified applicants: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/807862000<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.usajobs.gov/job/807862000__;!!HXCxUKc!3c-MepPrVd-fAlYzT-_4gQVR7BD4PjaWB-uFnvjO6F55lPa7SZpwzZN7ooZ0483DTQGKymhVxp6tOkSYVyZpvSc$>

More about the position...
The Ludington Biological Station, in partnership with the Marquette Biological Station and Fisheries and Oceans Canada, delivers an integrated program of sea lamprey control to assist in restoration of the Great Lakes fishery. Our work takes us to locations throughout the Great Lakes basin. Together with our partners, we assess larval and adult sea lamprey populations and control sea lampreys with a variety of state of the art techniques. Control techniques include application of lampricides in natal streams and lentic areas to kill larvae, as well as innovative alternative control technologies that limit reproduction such as trapping and use of barriers to limit spawning migrations. We collaborate with internal and external researchers to advance novel technologies for managing invasive species such as sea lamprey pheromones and repellents. We work closely with federal, state, and tribal partners and international organizations. The primary focus of the position is one or more of the following areas: to control sea lamprey populations through the application of lampricide; assess non-target effects of control; assess abundance of adult sea lampreys to measure program success; and to assess presence, distribution and abundance of larval sea lamprey to guide and evaluate control efforts. Housing is NOT provided. Selectee(s) will be in a work/pay status for a specified time period each year (generally April-October) and will be in a non-work/non-pay status for the remainder of the year.

Welcome to Ludington...
Ludington is a community of about 8,000 people nestled along the majestic shoreline of Lake Michigan in the western Lower Peninsula of Michigan. The area is known for its beautiful sandy beaches and outdoor recreation. Avid anglers can find year-round fishing opportunities, whether they are pursuing giant salmon on Lake Michigan (Ludington port holds the state record Chinook salmon – 47.86 lbs) or elusive brook trout on the Pere Marquette and Manistee Rivers. Hunting opportunities abound, with abundant whitetail deer, upland birds, and waterfowl to be found among the thousands of acres of public land near Ludington. Hikers will enjoy endless trails in Ludington State Park, Nordhouse Dunes, and the Manistee National Forest. From biking to camping to snowmobiling, the outdoor enthusiast will find adventure at their doorstep. In 2024, Ludington was named as the Best Historic Small Town in America by USA Today (https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-historic-small-town-2024/<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-historic-small-town-2024/__;!!HXCxUKc!3c-MepPrVd-fAlYzT-_4gQVR7BD4PjaWB-uFnvjO6F55lPa7SZpwzZN7ooZ0483DTQGKymhVxp6tOkSYFOgVdEc$>). Ludington was also ranked as one of the Best Places to Live in the U.S. by Outside magazine (https://www.outsideonline.com/2105956/best-places-live-us-2016<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.outsideonline.com/2105956/best-places-live-us-2016__;!!HXCxUKc!3c-MepPrVd-fAlYzT-_4gQVR7BD4PjaWB-uFnvjO6F55lPa7SZpwzZN7ooZ0483DTQGKymhVxp6tOkSYTJFwcE0$>). West Michigan is also home to numerous vineyards and breweries, which enhance the local flair.

Information about applying...
When applying, fully read the announcement, paying close attention to the qualifications section, required documents and required resume information. If applicants do not include all the information required in their resume they may lose consideration. If an applicant has any questions about what is required or to confirm if they've submitted everything to be considered; they can email [log in to unmask] with the vacancy announcement number (BEFORE the announcement closes) to verify. Additional pertinent application information includes, but is not limited to:

1. Resume: Applicants are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If using your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience (month/year to month/year), hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number. Additional information on what to include is provided in the job announcement.

2. Proof of education and transcripts: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts.

3. USAHire Assessment (the dual assessment)*: Closely monitor your email (including SPAM/Junk) for the link to the secondary assessment. Applicants should receive the email within minutes of submitting their application. If you fail to take the assessment (within the allotted timeframe), you will automatically be knocked out of consideration and there is no way to fix it. *The USAHire assessment is not required for any temporary or TERM positions.

4. Required information: HR will never follow up requesting additional information. All qualifications required for a position must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

Thank you,
Jenna

Jenna Tews
Station Supervisor
Sea Lamprey Control Program
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Ludington Biological Station
5050 Commerce Dr.
Ludington, MI 49431
cell: 231-690-3305