FWS Visitor Services
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Website provided by the program.
At a glance
- Open to
- All branches
- Format
- In person
- Length
- 91 - 120 days
- Locations
- 1 location in Virginia
- Career field
- Office and Administrative Support, Farming, Fishing, and Forestry, Community and Social Service
About the program
This opportunity is with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services (USFWS) within the Department of the Interior.
Jobs this program prepares you for
Representing the National Wildlife Refuge by providing visitor contact by phone, in person, or email, including conveying accurate information; explaining rules and regulations; roving trails with the purpose of speaking to and educating visitors; coordination and collaboration with volunteers, partners and FWS staff. May include researching, developing, and leading public programs; walking and monitoring trails and campgrounds; assisting with education programs; or other.
Eligibility & prerequisites
The ideal candidate for this opportunity has better than average clerical skills with typing skills of at least 40wpm and enjoys interacting with the general public.
This opportunity is with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services (USFWS) within the Department of the Interior. Opportunities may be coordinated with field offices across the nation.
Locations & contacts
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- Suffolk, VA 23434Rick Nyerichard_nye@fws.gov
How to apply
- Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
- Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
- Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
- Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.
Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ