Physical Science Technician (Seasonal)

The primary purpose of the Physical Science Technician is to perform technical field and laboratory work in support of physical science monitoring, research, and resource management programs, including the collection, processing, analysis, and management of scientific data and samples. Likely Entry on Duty: May - August 2027 Open to the first 250 applicants. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Some of the Physical Science Technician Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Collects and organizes field data. Performs routine and recurring testing of collected samples, and performs data entry and compiles reports. Monitors conditions in assigned program areas. Provides logistical support and area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists. Operates and maintains sampling, monitoring and laboratory equipment and instruments. The incumbent(s) will organize, coordinate, and implement the field work (i.e. data collection) component of the air resources, water resources, environmental contamination, integrated pest management programs and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) programs. Additional duties for GS-6: Takes necessary precautions to prevent loss or contamination of air and water samples. Provides recommendations for establishing and improving air and water quality monitoring networks, sampling methodology and analytical procedures. Assists researchers with the implementation of their projects, including environmental compliance and logistical support. Conducts initial assessments to evaluate potential environmental contamination levels. Additional duties for GS-7: Uses scientific knowledge to determine best sites for data collection. Plans work of field crews, exercising judgment to collect the best data possible without compromising safety. Ensures data is collected according to established protocols, providing guidance and training as necessary. Summarizes and interprets data in reports for use by organization managers and staff. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-11/16/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your 2 page resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. You may only submit one resume. Only the document submitted as the "Resume" under the Documents section will be used to determine your qualifications/eligibility and for rating purposes. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. To qualify for this position at the GS-05 grade level, you must possess one of the following: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience include (1) collecting air, water, soil, climate, or other physical science samples or data using established procedures; (2) preparing or processing samples for analysis; (3) performing routine field or laboratory testing; (4) entering and maintaining scientific data and records; (5) operating and performing routine maintenance on scientific sampling or monitoring equipment; and (6) assisting with the preparation of scientific or technical reports or project documentation. -OR- B. Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study (120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours) leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (a) with a major study in an appropriate field of physical science such as astr

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