Wildlife Biologist 2

State-of-West-Virgini; West Virginia; Sur place; USD 50 000 - 89 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of West Virginia Wildlife Resources/District 2 seeks a qualified professional to supervise wildlife management activities, develop plans, conduct field studies, and train staff. You will collect data, conduct population surveys, and oversee habitat projects across the district.

Requirements include a Master of Science in wildlife or related fields, plus relevant experience. Travel, public outreach, and collaboration with landowners are common aspects of this role.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in wildlife, fisheries management, biology or environmental sciences.
• Experience in wildlife or fishery management; supervisory ability is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; may require commercial license for some positions.

Responsabilités

• Supervises 8 staff in District 2 and assists with district wildlife management activities.
• Develops operational, prescribed fire, and capital improvement plans; manages budgets.
• Performs wildlife data collection, population surveys, and habitat projects.
• Provides technical guidance to landowners and represents the section in meetings.
• Prepares publications, news releases, and educational materials; travels as needed.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Leadership

Written communication

Formation

Master of Science in wildlife or related major

Doctor of Philosophy in wildlife or related fields

Bachelor of Science in wildlife or related fields

Six years of wildlife management experience

Outils

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Topographic maps

Aerial photography

Description du poste

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.

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

Substitution:

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.

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.

Preference will be given to applicants with the following attributes:

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

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

Market Rate: $78,617