Fish Biologist

About the opportunity

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a Fish Biologist for the Quilcene National Fish Hatchery on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. Established in 1911, the hatchery raises Coho Salmon for Tribal Trust needs and local fisheries, co-managed by four Klallam and Skokomish Tribes. The incumbent will perform operational tasks including fish culture, disease control, spawning, and facility maintenance. The role requires technical reporting, administrative support for hatchery management, and public outreach. The position involves strenuous physical activity, potential on-call duties, and mandatory after-hours alarm response. Occupancy of government quarters is required.

Salary and benefits

• Salary range: $69,373 – $90,190 per annum
• Uniform allowance provided
• Recruitment or relocation incentive may be offered on a case-by-case basis
• Government quarters available (occupancy required)
• Federal employee benefits package

Who can apply?

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Must possess a degree in biological science with at least 6 semester hours in aquatic subjects and 12 semester hours in animal sciences, or a combination of education and experience
• Must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level or two years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification

Required documents

• Resume (maximum 2 pages, 10-point font, 0.5-inch margins)
• Most recent performance appraisal signed by a supervisor (or statement if unavailable)
• College transcripts (official or unofficial)
• SF-50 forms for current or former Federal employees
• Documentation for CTAP/ICTAP eligibility if applicable
• Documentation for Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) if applicable

When to apply

• Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 2026-09-15

How to apply

• Click the Apply Online button on the USAJOBS portal
• Complete the application questionnaire
• Attach all required supporting documentation
• Submit the application package before the deadline
• Complete the USA Hire Assessment if notified via email after submission

Additional information

• The position requires a 1-year probationary period
• Work may involve on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and shift work
• Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds and working in various environmental conditions
• Mandatory after-hours alarm response program participation is required