GS-0408

Ecology

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

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Qualification Requirements

Official OPM qualification standards for GS-0408

Degree: biology, or a related field of science underlying ecological research that included at least 30 semester hours in basic and applied biological sciences. These hours must have included at least 9 semester hours in ecology, and 12 semester hours in physical and mathematical sciences.

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📋Typical Duties

•Conduct ecological research and surveys
•Analyze ecosystem dynamics
•Assess environmental impacts
•Develop conservation strategies
•Monitor wildlife populations
•Prepare ecological reports

🎯Key Competencies

Ecological Knowledge

Understanding of ecosystems and ecological principles.

Field Research

Ability to conduct ecological studies in the field.

Data Analysis

Skill in analyzing ecological data and trends.

Environmental Assessment

Ability to evaluate environmental impacts.

Conservation Biology

Knowledge of species and habitat conservation.

Scientific Communication

Skill in preparing ecological reports.

🔑Resume Keywords

Analyze ecosystem dynamicsAssess environmental impactsConduct ecological research and surveysDevelop conservation strategiesEcologyMonitor wildlife populationsPrepare ecological reports

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