Wildlife Biologist 2

State of West Virginia; Romney (WV); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 89.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The State of West Virginia seeks a Classified-Exempt wildlife biologist for Wildlife Resources/District 2. Under the District Wildlife Biologist, you will supervise field staff, help develop management and habitat plans, and oversee data collection and analysis across District 2.

The role requires advanced wildlife knowledge, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Overnight travel and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or PhD in wildlife or related fields; advanced knowledge preferred.
• Two years of full-time wildlife or fishery management experience or equivalent.
• Alternative: PhD or BS with six years of related experience.

Aufgaben

• Supervise wildlife resource specialists and laborers within District 2.
• Assist in developing operational plans, budgets, and habitat projects for WMAs.
• Contribute to prescribed fires, timber sales, and habitat management activities.
• Provide technical assistance to landowners and conduct wildlife population surveys.
• Represent the section at meetings and prepare publications and reports.

Kenntnisse

GIS

Statistical analysis

Field research

Ausbildung

Master of Science

Doctor of Philosophy

Bachelor of Science

Tools

GIS

Jobbeschreibung

Classified-Exempt Position

Nature of Work

Classified-Exempt Position Wildlife Resources/District 2 Under the supervision of the District Wildlife Biologist, the primary functions include performing professional biological and technical work at the advanced and supervisory level. Assists the District Wildlife Biologist with the supervision and administration of wildlife management activities within District 2; supervises 8 wildlife resource specialists and laborers within the district. Develops or assists with the development of operational plans, budgets, prescribed fire plans, capital improvement plans, P.S. & Es, special land use permits, equipment inventories, and WMA management plans. Work requires the collection and analysis of biological data. Assists with wildlife research projects as assigned. Investigates nuisance and diseased wildlife complaints and aids as needed (knowledge of chemical immobilization and restraint techniques is needed). Dispatches diseased wildlife and collects tissue samples. Assists with implementing prescribed fires. Prepares and executes timber sales on wildlife management areas. Assists with implementation of other habitat management projects such as planting, herbicide application, and mowing. Provides technical assistance/advice to landowners on habitat management and other wildlife-related issues. Conducts wildlife population surveys. Reviews, evaluates, and prepares documentation on potential land acquisitions. May be asked to prepare, review, and edit a variety of Wildlife Resources Section publications, news releases, popular magazine articles, and correspondence for the District Wildlife Biologist and the Supervisor of Game Management, Northern Region. Provides information and education to the public in the form of popular and technical publications, news releases, and verbal presentations. Attends and represents the Wildlife Resources Section at a wide variety of meetings, including sportsmen and landowner groups, and government agencies. Employee must have the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and to follow oral and written instructions and exercise sound judgment in decision-making. Employee should have good working knowledge regarding the use of topographic maps and aerial photography. Work requires overnight travel and is often performed outside, in varying weather conditions, over difficult terrain and/or state waters. A valid driver's license is required. Performs other work as required. Regular attendance is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Master of Science degree from an accredited college or university with a major in wildlife or fisheries management and biology, fish culture, conservation biology, natural resources, aquatic biology, botany, biological sciences or environmental sciences. Preference will be given to educational and field experience as related to specific job postings.

AND Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in wildlife or fishery management or related fields.

OR Doctor of Philosophy degree from an accredited college or university with a major in wildlife or fisheries management and biology, fish culture, conservation biology, natural resources, aquatic biology, botany, biological sciences or environmental sciences. OR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university with a major in wildlife or fisheries management and biology, fish culture, conservation biology, natural resources, aquatic biology, botany, biological sciences or environmental sciences. AND Six (6) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in wildlife or fishery management or related fields.

Special Requirements

A valid driver’s license is required. May be required to obtain a commercial driver’s license. Skill in swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, rock-climbing, rappelling and/or trapping may be required for certain positions.

Other Information

• Possess an M.S. Degree in Wildlife Management or Wildlife Biology.
• Experience with forest management, early successional habitat management, or vegetation measurement and inventory.
• Experience with prescribed fire - training as a burn boss preferred.
• Experience conducting necropsies and /or field research.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and/or statistical analysis.

PG: 19 $50,242 - $88,526

Market Rate: $78,617