Senior Wildlife Biologist: Research & Program Lead

State of Hawaii; Hawaii; On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transportation, Highways Division in Hawaii seeks a wildlife research and management professional to independently conduct wildlife studies, guide related activities, and supervise lower-level staff. This government role emphasizes conservation, fieldwork, and program leadership across divisions.

Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree in wildlife management or a related science, two years of specialized experience, and a valid driver's license; the job involves

Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in wildlife management or in a related biological science with a minimum of twenty-four (24) semester credit hours in wildlife biology and related subjects, and at least six (6) semester credit hours in botany or related plant sciences.
• Specialized Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in wildlife conservation, development and management, and/or wildlife research.
• Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
• Lifting and Carrying: This position requires the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted.
• Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs the full range of wildlife research development and management activities; directs the work of lower-level professional and non-professional wildlife workers; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife management or related biological science

Job description

The Department of Transportation, Highways Division in Hawaii seeks a wildlife research and management professional to independently conduct wildlife studies, guide related activities, and supervise lower-level staff. This government role emphasizes conservation, fieldwork, and program leadership across divisions.

Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree in wildlife management or a related science, two years of specialized experience, and a valid driver's license; the job involves