Biologist 2 (Wildlife) - NY HELPS

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday & PTO

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Pension

Shift & Geographic pay differentials

Health care options

Dental and vision benefits

Deferred Compensation

529 college savings

U.S. Savings Bonds

Other benefits

Job summary

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation seeks a Biologist 2 (Wildlife) to serve as the Regional Wildlife Manager for Region 2 in New York City. You will lead and implement the regional wildlife program, coordinating monitoring, public outreach, and interagency collaboration.

You will supervise biologists and seasonal staff, manage budgets, and work with partners to support statewide wildlife initiatives, including urban wildlife adaptation and disease monitoring.

Qualifications

• Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
• or
• Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
• or
• Transfer Eligible under Section 70.1 - One year of permanent competitive service as a Biologist 2 (Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine) or (Wildlife), SG23.

Responsibilities

• Manage regional wildlife program and oversee staff in Region 2 office (New York City).
• Provide technical support and guidance to the public, elected officials, and local government on wildlife management.
• Monitor wildlife diseases in coordination with the wildlife health program and local health department.
• Monitor wildlife species adapting to urban habitats and at‑risk species facing habitat threats from climate change and development.
• Develop and coordinate regional monitoring plans and direct regional staff in surveys and data collection.
• Provide input on statewide species management plans.
• Facilitate public outreach and Hunter Education program in urban populations.
• Supervise biologists and seasonal technicians, including training and staff assignments.
• Manage annual budgets and reporting requirements for regional allocations and federal grants.
• Coordinate with partners—public agencies, NGOs, and stakeholders—to advance regional wildlife management.

Job description

Duties

The Biologist 2 (Wildlife) will serve as the Regional Wildlife Manager (RWM) for the Region 2 office in NYC. They will oversee and implement the regional wildlife program, which includes but is not limited to:

• Management of human-wildlife conflicts and coordination of agency response.
• Providing technical support and guidance to the public, elected officials, and local government on wildlife management.
• Monitoring for wildlife diseases to protect wildlife and human health in coordination with the wildlife health program and the local health department.
• Monitoring wildlife species that are adapting to and expanding into urban habitats as well as at-risk species facing habitat threats from climate change and human development.
• Development and coordination of regional monitoring plans for wildlife populations and directing regional staff in surveys and data collection.
• Providing review and input on development of statewide species management plans.
• Facilitating public outreach and education to develop appreciation of wildlife and supporting growth of the Hunter Education Program in an under-served urban population.

The RWM will also be responsible for supervising biologists and seasonal technicians, which includes overseeing their training and development and their interactions with the public, local officials, and stakeholders, and delegating staff assignments as regional representatives on statewide wildlife management teams. Administrative duties include management of annual budgets, adherence to reporting requirements for regional allocations and federal grants, and determining staffing plans for annual requests and long-term planning.

The RWM must be able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with multiple partners - public agencies, elected officials, NGOs, and other public stakeholders – who may have conflicting goals and interests, to establish and enhance regional wildlife management and outreach. The RWM must also work cooperatively within DEC to provide technical support and guidance as needed across Divisions.

Qualifications

Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC

or

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.

or

Transfer Eligible under Section 70.1 - One year of permanent competitive service as a Biologist 2 (Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine) or (Wildlife), SG23.

Additional Comments

Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.

Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position.

Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.

Must be able to work in remote areas.

Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Travel may be required.

Overnight travel may be required.

Weekends and holidays may be required.

Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: [e-mail].

Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).