BIOLOGIST 1-3

BIOLOGIST 1-3 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/4677671) Apply  BIOLOGIST 1-3 Salary $3,181.00 - $5,724.00 Monthly Location Minden, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 513-200670-24 Department Wildlife & Fisheries-Wildlife Opening Date 10/02/2024 Closing Date 10/14/2024 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Supplemental Information LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness. BIOLOGIST 1-3 This Biologist Educator position is responsible for the delivery of hunter education, general wildlife education, and shooting sports programs in assigned area. The Incumbent presents basic to advanced educational programs to the public on outdoor skills, safety, and shooting sports including Archery in Louisiana Schools (ALAS). In addition, the incumbent recruits, trains, and coordinates a network of volunteer hunter education and shooting sports instructors to offer related public programs. This position participates in statewide Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries educational events. Travel and frequent night and weekend work is required. VACANCY INFORMATION This position may be filled as a: Probational Appointment Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency wide permanent status employees) Current classified state employees with permanent status may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected. This position is domiciled in Webster Parish. This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is advertised to be filled as a Biologist 1, 2, or 3. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. Please click on the below links to learn more about this position. Biologist 1 (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/asp/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=160700) Biologist 2 Biologist 3 (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/asp/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=160720) IDEAL CANDIDATE Knowledge of and experience with the use and handling of firearms Knowledge of and experience with the use and handling of archery equipment Good interpersonal skills Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment Ability to communicate orally and in writing FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT: Cassandra Louis Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.O. Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 [email protected] A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application if possible. If you are applying for a position which requires a baccalaureate and/or master’s degree you may apply 90 days prior to receipt of your degree, however, the effective date of the appointment cannot be prior to your graduation date. HOW TO APPLY No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide athttp://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf(Download PDF reader) This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization. Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A baccalaureate degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries management, animal science, forestry, natural resources, or conservation. NOTE: Examples of non-qualifying degrees are science education (of any discipline), geology, geography, nuclear science, and agribusiness. NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university. Job Concepts FUNCTION OF WORK: To collect, compile, and analyze biological and environmental data. LEVEL OF WORK: Entry. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General from a Biologist Manager or Biologist Supervisor. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May exercise functional over lower-level staff and/or direct over nonprofessional personnel. LOCATION OF WORK: Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. JOB DISTINCTIONS: Differs from Biologist 2 by the degree of independence. Examples of Work EXAMPLES LISTED BELOW INCLUDE BRIEF SAMPLES OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ALL TASKS ARE INCLUDED. Conducts field research and investigations to obtain biological samples and data using a variety of professionally accepted techniques. Evaluates samples by laboratory analysis or organism identification and description; evaluates research data, organizes data, writes reports, plots findings, performs limited statistical analysis, and illustrates relationships of one set of data to another. Prepares management plans as a consultant to private landowners, breeders, or other groups. Investigates facilities and records of applicants for permits and special licenses; makes recommendations concerning issuance or denial of licenses. Presents wildlife management programs and demonstrations to various groups. Purchases, operates, and maintains data collection and analysis equipment. Participates as a team member in complex research projects or special investigations of environmental impact assessment and monitoring. Conducts small, independent, short-term research projects under the general supervision of supervisory personnel. Maintains frequent public contact regarding general departmental procedures and cooperates with private, state, and federal personnel in routine problem resolution. Provides technical support for the senior biologist on one or several projects such as design or procedural problems and recommendations for solutions. Communicates department's biological programs to individuals and groups through outreach and promotion in educational settings. Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. * Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others 01 This position requires a bachelor's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries management, animal science, forestry, natural resources, or conservation. Do you have bachelor's degree in one of these disciplines? Yes No 02 If you answered yes to the previous question please list your degree and date received. 03 This position requires travel. Are you able to travel statewide with some overnight stay? Yes No 04 This position requires overtime. Are you able to work frequent overtime, nights and weekends? Yes No 05 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 06 Are you expected to graduate within the next 90 days? Yes No 07 If you answered 'yes' to the question above, please enter your anticipated graduation date below. If you answered 'no', please enter n/a. Required Question Agency State of Louisiana Address For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802 Phone (866) 783-5462 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email