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Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences

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Job Series in Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences

GS-0401Professional

General Biological Science

Performs professional biological science work including research, analysis, and application of biological principles.

GS-0403Professional

Microbiology

Performs professional microbiological work including study of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms.

GS-0405Professional

Pharmacology

Performs professional pharmacological work including drug research, testing, and evaluation of pharmaceutical effects.

GS-0408Professional

Ecology

Performs professional ecological work including study of ecosystems, environmental relationships, and conservation.

GS-0410Professional

Zoology

Performs professional zoological work including study of animal life, behavior, physiology, and classification.

GS-0454Professional

Rangeland Management

Performs professional rangeland management work including conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of rangelands.

GS-0455Admin

Range Technician

Federal position performing technical rangeland management work including range surveys, vegetation monitoring, grazing management, and conservation support for BLM and Forest Service.

GS-0457Professional

Soil Conservation

Performs professional soil conservation work including erosion control, soil analysis, and conservation planning.

GS-0460Professional

Forestry

Performs professional forestry work including forest management, timber sales, and forest resource protection.

GS-0462Admin

Forestry Technician

Performs technical forestry work including timber cruising, surveying, and forest management support.

GS-0470Professional

Soil Science

Positions involving professional work in soil science including surveys, classification, and land use planning.

GS-0480Admin

Fish and Wildlife Administration

Performs fish and wildlife program administration including resource management, conservation policy, and program oversight.

GS-0482Professional

Fish Biology

Performs professional fish biology work including fish population studies, habitat assessment, and fisheries management.

GS-0485Admin

Wildlife Refuge Management

Performs wildlife refuge management work including habitat management, visitor services, and conservation programs.