US Fish & Wildlife Service Student Temporary Employment

 The Southwest Louisiana NWR Complex is now accepting applications for the Student Temporary Employment Program. The Complex of national wildlife refuges include Sabine, Cameron Prairie, Lacassine, and Shell Keys.

The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service mission is the protection, conservation and enhancement of fish, wildlife, and their habitants. Our HYPERLINK "http://www.fws.gov/jobs/STEP.htm" Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) introduces talented students to the advantages and challenges of working for the Service. It provides opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience that supports the occupational fields of Wildlife Refuge Management, Wildlife Biology, Forestry, Environmental Education and Natural Resources (Outdoor Recreation). Duties may include assisting with fish and wildlife population surveys, timber cruising, vegetation monitoring, bird banding, conducting environmental education programs, and assisting with daily management of national wildlife refuges and hatcheries.

Pay Scale: Entry level at GS-1 to GS-3 ($ 9.57/hour - $ 11.74/hour). Salary will vary depending on the location of the position. Pay is based on the duties to be performed and the qualifications of the student.

Time Frames and Location: Starting position would be full time during summer break May-August 2012- one position reporting to Lacassine NWR and one reporting to Cameron Prairie NWR. If Service funding is available the position may be extended throughout fall and spring as part-time including Saturdays. All required information must be received by Noon, February 8, 2012.

Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens and at least age 18 years old. Applicants must be accepted for enrollment, or enrolled, as a degree-seeking student at an accredited technical or vocational school, or 2 or 4 year college or university and have a 2.0 GPA. If the student is enrolled, they must be taking at least a half-time course load as defined by the school.

How to Apply:

Resume describing past/present school and work experiences.

College students need to submit a copy of his/her most recent official transcript, and an official letter of good standing from the school.

Completed OF 306 HYPERLINK "http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf" http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf

Veterans wishing to receive preference must indicate eligibility and include a DD-214.

Mail to: Diane Borden-Billiot

Cameron Prairie NWR

1428 Hwy 27

Bell City LA 70630

or deliver to: Cameron Prairie NWR Office.

All required information must be received by Noon, February 8, 2012.

Call Diane with any questions 337-912-2189 or 337-598-2216.