This position is a Supervisory Wildlife Inspector, GS-1801-13, for the R9-Chief, Office of Law Enforcement. As a Supervisory Wildlife Inspector, you will be responsible for full range of complex inspection and compliance work involving the enforcement and administration of laws and regulations governing the importation, exportation, and interstate commerce of live wildlife, parts thereof, and wildlife products.
Only experience and education obtained by 09/03/2025 will be considered. In order to qualify for this position you must possess the Minimum Qualifications. Minimum Qualification GS-13: One (1) year of full-time specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower level (comparable to GS-12) in the Federal government. The experience equipped me with the knowledge, skills and ability to successfully perform the duties of this position, and included: 1) Implementing federal inspection program goals and strategies, setting priorities, directing and coordinating overall port operations; conducting preliminary investigations pertaining to illegal import and export of wildlife and/or other commodities in the import/export trade; 2) Drafting summaries or reports on import/export issues and of investigations conducted; 3) Auditing or reviewing records on import/export activities; 4) Responding to inquiries related to import/export inspection work and procedures; 5) Acting as liaison with other agencies, tribes, and organizations. There is no substitution of education for specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time In Grade Requirement: Applicants must meet both eligibility and qualification requirements for the position of interest by the closing date of the JOA. Specifically, i. Area of Consideration. ii. Time-in-grade (TIG) requirements as specified in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. iii. Time after competitive appointment as specified in 5 CFR 330.502. iv. Qualification requirements outlined in OPM's Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions or for Federal Wage System (FWS), wage grade positions, applicants are evaluated using the OPM Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations and the job element examining method. Your SF-50 will be used to confirm you meet all requirements. Reasonable Accommodation: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Please visit USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process. Additional Vacancies: One or more positions may be filled from applications received under this announcement in the advertised office or other U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service offices in the local commuting area.
As a Supervisory Wildlife Inspector your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Reviews import/export, transportation documents, customs invoices, and federal forms to ensure all regulations are met and required documents are present. Determines the genus and species of live specimens, parts, or wildlife products to ensure compliance with protection laws and shipping regulations. Exercises authority to seize shipments as evidence, conducts preliminary investigations, gathers original documents, and interviews relevant parties. Prepares detailed reports on violations, testifies in criminal and civil proceedings, and serves as the Service's representative to various stakeholders. Supervises Wildlife Inspectors, provides educational and technical advice, coordinates multi-agency operations, and resolves conflicts with local trade communities and federal agencies.