Biologist, Education & Outreach Analytics

State of Louisiana; Lacombe (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is seeking a Biologist DCL-B to support the review and evaluation of LDWF education and outreach programs, develop performance measures, analyze program data, and assist staff with program development and compliance.

The role also supports outreach to traditional and nontraditional audiences and programs funded through Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus six years of experience in wildlife or fisheries, forestry, or environmental science; OR
• A non-thesis master’s degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus five years of the required specialized experience; OR
• A master’s degree with a completed thesis or a doctorate in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus four years of the required specialized experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviews education and outreach programs, projects, events, and initiatives to assess effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with agency priorities.
• Develops and applies program objectives, performance measures, and evaluation methods.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of education and outreach initiatives designed to increase public awareness and participation in LDWF programs.
• Provide technical assistance to staff developing educational programs, outreach campaigns, workshops, demonstrations, tours, recreational opportunities, and public engagement activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources

Non-thesis master’s degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources

Master’s degree with thesis or a doctorate in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is seeking a Biologist DCL-B to support the review and evaluation of LDWF education and outreach programs, develop performance measures, analyze program data, and assist staff with program development and compliance.

The role also supports outreach to traditional and nontraditional audiences and programs funded through Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration.