The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for National Parks of Eastern North Carolina is March through September but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March 23, 2024.
Pay Rate by Location:
Buxton, North Carolina: $40,132 per year.
Nags Head, North Carolina: $40,132 per year.
Ocracoke, North Carolina: $39,576 per year.
Major Duties:
Assists in conducting wildlife censuses and surveys and assembles basic information on wildlife
populations such as habitat use, sex, age structure, seasonal movement, and harvest characteristics.
Collects data on condition of forage, range, or streams; and makes preliminary determinations on the
cause of problems noted, e.g., drought, overpopulations, toxins. Seeks assistance for situations not
covered by instructions or guidelines.
Assists in the preparation of reports, plans, and guidelines on such issues as recreational use
or hunting limits by collecting and compiling the specified data.
Uses standard statistical methods and procedures in performing routine and recurring testing of the field
data collected, and applies these findings in assisting with the preparation of reports relating to field
activities.
Enters and retrieves data from Geographic Information System (GIS) and/or other information
management systems. Prepares graphs, charts and illustrations for reports and technical publications
using computer software.
Monitors and assists in control of wildlife. Participates in the capture of wildlife, applies visual and radio
tags, and gathers physiological and spatial data on wildlife.
Utilizes databases to enter and organize collected field data and uses standard statistical methods in the
preparation of draft reports; enters and retrieves data from a geographic information system (GIS) and
other information management systems; uses a variety of computer software programs to prepare
graphs, charts and illustrations for reports and technical publications.
Recommends modifications to field activity procedures to accomplish project objectives; and prepares
draft reports and correspondence relating to field activities and results.
Provides logistical support and area orientation for contract or cooperating scientists; and provides
technical information to cooperators regarding past and ongoing field activities in their specialty area.
Provides advice, assistance, and training to lower graded technicians, volunteers, and/or YCC enrollees
in gathering field data, including proper and safe handling of equipment and tools and operation of
motorized vehicles.
Interacts with visitors, the general public and attends and participates in meetings with landowners,
interest groups and local units of government.
Adheres to established control/quality assurance protocols and safety procedures.
AREA INFORMATION:
The Outer Banks are comprised of several beach destination towns including Manteo, Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Buxton, and Ocracoke. The beaches and Albemarle and Pamlico sounds provide exceptional recreational opportunities such as fishing, surfing, boating, and many other watersports. There are highly rated elementary, middle, and high schools and numerous extracurricular activities available for children. The Outer Banks has modern conveniences such as grocery stores, retail shopping, banks, a hospital, and many restaurants. The cost of living on the Outer Banks is somewhat expensive as compared to other eastern North Carolina communities. The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce (www.outerbankschamber.com) and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau (www.outerbanks.org) websites can provide additional community information.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore (www.nps.gov/caha): Cape Hatteras National Seashore was designated as the first National Seashore in the Park Service.
Starting at $39,576 Per Year (GS 5)
