Aquatic Species Supervisor

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home-based work

Job summary

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking an Aquatic Species Supervisor within the Helene Restoration Division. The role is home-based and oversees eight permanent staff across four Conservation Biologist I and four Wildlife Conservation Technician I positions to monitor and restore aquatic species.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in wildlife or related field and four years of experience, with strong leadership in field operations, budgeting, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or a biological science, or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution.
• Four years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supervising field teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff monitoring and restoring aquatic species as part of the Aquatic Species Team.
• Coordinate work across divisions and with partners to meet recovery and conservation goals.
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to align with recovery objectives.

Skills

Supervising field teams

Cross-group coordination

Species ecology knowledge

ArcGIS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife/fisheries management or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Agency Wildlife Resource Commission Division Operations, Technical Services

Job Classification Title: Conservation Biologist Supervisor (NS)

Position Number: 65042886

Grade: NC20

About Us

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is the state government agency created to conserve and sustain the state’s fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use and public input. The NCWRC is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of North Carolina’s fishing, hunting, trapping, and boating laws. The agency has an operational budget of approximately $100 million and employs approximately 700 full-time staff and 100 seasonal temporary staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, and customer service, information technology and administrative professionals. The NCWRC Mission is to conserve North Carolina’s wildlife resources and their habitats and provide programs and opportunities that allow hunters, anglers, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy wildlife-associated recreation.

Description of Work

Helene Restoration Division The Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) is charged by General Statute 113-132 with the management, regulation, protection, and conservation of wildlife resources and inland fisheries in North Carolina. In the wake of Hurricane Helene, western North Carolina’s forests, watersheds, and wildlife habitats sustained significant ecological damage. In response, NCWRC has established a 10-year time-limited division to lead a comprehensive, multi-year effort focused on ecological stabilization, species recovery, and long-term resilience. This division is responsible for the implementation of ecological restoration and infrastructure recovery across aquatic species, terrestrial species, habitat, genetics, infrastructure, and invasive species programs in close coordination with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and other partners. The Aquatic Species Supervisor is an administrative and supervisory position responsible for supervising staff monitoring and restoring aquatic species. The position is administratively responsible for eight permanent, full-time employees, including the direct supervision of four Conservation Biologist I and four Wildlife Conservation Technician I positions that make up the Aquatic Species Team. This position is HOME-BASED. The workstation for this position is in the employee’s home-based office using an agency-provided computer. The employee in this position is expected to provide home office space compliant with WRC and State policies.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

THIS IS A REPOST - Current applicants do not need to reapply The employee will be HOME BASED and is required to reside in the Mountain Region (west of I-77). This is TIME LIMITED position that ends September 2035. Recruitment Range: $70,478 - $106,020

• Experience supervising field teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Experience coordinating work across work groups and with partners to meet recovery and conservation goals.
• Knowledge of Species of Greatest Conservation Need and NC Wildlife Action Plan species ecology, genetics, habitat requirements, habitat management monitoring and restoration practices sufficient to develop, review and evaluate project plans and field work.
• Experience identifying challenges, conflict resolution, tracking resources, managing budgets, and project/resource adjustments to keep work aligned with recovery objectives.
• Experience with ArcGIS.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or a biological science, or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

*The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is committed to maintaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion.

NCWRC strives to ensure that all employment practices are implemented in a manner that is equitable to all applicants and employees.

*Degrees must be received from institutions appropriately accredited by the U.S. Department of Education*

If you have started a college degree program but have not completed it – please document the number of Semester CREDIT HOURS you have completed in the Education section of your application

State Employee Benefits

We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Learn more about employee resources, safety, health and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by visiting the NC OSHR website.NC OSHR: Benefits

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

For More Information

For more information about the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, visit the WRC website Home Page | NC Wildlife

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Valuing Education and Experience

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.