HABITAT MANAGEMENT BIOLOGIST I (Job ID: 53426)

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Concord (NH)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 47,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Dental Plan

Flexible Spending healthcare and child

Retirement plan

Paid holidays and leave

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

NH Fish and Game Department is seeking a Habitat Management Biologist I to perform field work, research, data collection, and implement habitat improvement projects on State lands and Wildlife Management Areas in Concord, NH. The role develops management plans, analyzes data, and prepares documents to achieve habitat goals, while supporting general stewardship.

The position involves coordinating contracts, supervising contractors and staff, and working in varied weather conditions to advance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife or fisheries management, wildlife or fisheries research, or related field.
1.5 years of experience or equivalent combination of 5.5 years of education and experience after high school.
License/Certification: Valid Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Identify, plan, implement and supervise habitat improvement projects on Wildlife Management Areas and state lands.
Develop contracts and supervise work of contractors, seasonal employees and volunteers.
Assist with maintenance of infrastructure, signage, gates and roads; support stewardship and boundary work.
Coordinate agriculture leases on WMAs and monitor farming activities for compliance with habitat objectives.
Provide technical expertise to landowners and government officials on wildlife habitat management.
Operate and maintain Department equipment to achieve habitat improvement goals.
Coordinate invasive plant management projects on WMAs and state lands.
Participate in wildlife data collection activities such as banding and check stations as assigned.

Skills

Field work

Data analysis

Biology knowledge

Plan & supervise

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/wildlife/fisheries

Equivalent combination of education/experience

Tools

Valid Driver’s license

CDL or pesticide applicator license (required within 12 months)

Job description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

NH Fish and Game Department

Wildlife Division

11 Hazen Drive Concord NH 03301

HABITAT MANAGEMENT BIOLOGIST I

Position #43037

Starting pay range: $25.40/hour - $34.14/hour

Summary

To perform field work, research, collect data, organize, and implement habitat improvement projects on state lands as part of the inter-agency cooperative state land management program. Develops management plans, analyzes data, and prepares documents for the purpose of achieving management goals on state lands, Wildlife Management Areas, and to assess environmental impacts. Assists with general stewardship of Wildlife Management Areas.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 1.5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 5.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in biology, wildlife or fisheries management, wildlife or fisheries research, or related field.

License/Certification: Valid Driver’s license

Other Requirements

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the agency
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Must be able to work long hours in hot, cold, or wet conditions.
Requires medium to heavy work, including continuous strenuous activities such as frequent reaching, bending or lifting as well as performing work activities which require fine manual dexterity or coordination in operating machines or equipment

Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 4.5+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in 'trainee status' for this position.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain within 12 months of hire.
Must possess and maintain certification as a Prescribed Firefighter I as defined by the New Hampshire Prescribed Fire Council or obtain within 12 months of hire.
Must possess and maintain a State of New Hampshire Commercial Pesticide Applicator License at the supervisory level or obtain within 12 months of hire.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No

Criteria: None

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

DETAILED TASKS (STANDARD): None

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC)

Identifies, plans, implements and supervises habitat improvement projects on Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) and other state-owned lands with a focus on early successional habitats. Habitat management activities to include, but not be limited to, prescribed burning, mowing, planting, and herbicide applications.

Develops contracts and supervises (accepts/rejects) the work of contractors, seasonal employees and volunteers, as appropriate, to meet long term objectives of the Wildlife Habitat Program ensuring work adheres to state and federal regulatory standards.

Assists the WMA Land Manager with infrastructure projects such as property sign and gate installations, and repairs of woods roads and stream crossings. Assists with general WMA stewardship including, but not limited to, evaluating public use of WMAs, making recommendations to address conflicting uses and implementing corrective actions, and assisting the Land Surveyor with boundary line maintenance as needed.

Coordinates agriculture leases on WMAs including issuing requests for farming proposals when relevant, and monitoring farming activities to ensure compliance with WMA wildlife habitat objectives and lease agreements.

Provides technical expertise and support to landowners, town, state, and federal government officials on wildlife habitat management as it pertains to wildlife, public safety, and recreational use goals.

Operates and maintains the Department tractor and other equipment to mow, cut brush, spread seed and fertilizer, and conduct other land management activities to achieve wildlife habitat improvement objectives. Operates and maintains Department equipment, such as vehicles, ATVs, saws and power tools, as needed, to accomplish program objectives.

Coordinates invasive plant management projects on WMA’s and other state land through surveying, site reviews, planning, applying mechanical or chemical treatments, developing and supervising contracts, and other activities.

Participates in wildlife data collection and activities such as goose banding, biological check stations for deer, pheasant stocking, and similar Wildlife Division duties as assigned.

Represents the Department as an official designee and primary contact to committees and other local, state, or regional meetings as assigned. May assist with perpetration of testimony regarding relevant proposed legislation as necessary.

Manages, maintains, and updates information on habitat and forest resources, stewardship issues, and infrastructure in the state land database and prepares documents and reports in support of habitat, WMA management, and related programs.

For further information please contact Hiring Manager, James Oehler (603) 271-0453 or via email james.d.oehler@wildlife.nh.gov. or Dee Grimes Human Resource Administrator (603) 271-2496 or via email deirdre.l.grimes@wildlife.nh.gov.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

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