Wildlife Biologist III

South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Wildlife Biologist III, where you'll play a crucial role in conserving water birds in South Carolina. This position involves directing projects for wading and marsh birds, conducting aerial surveys, and providing technical assistance to the public. You will manage extensive databases, analyze data, and create outreach materials to educate the community. Join a dedicated team in the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and contribute to vital conservation efforts while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant experience in wildlife management.
• Strong knowledge of wading and marsh biology and habitat management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct projects for wading and marsh birds, including monitoring and surveys.
• Manage large databases and perform data analysis using various tools.

Skills

Surveying skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in biology, chemistry, or wildlife management

Bachelor's degree in fish, wildlife, or marine management

Tools

Excel

Access

Survey123

GIS

Program R

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the conservation of water birds in South Carolina as part of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR).

• Develop, direct, and conduct projects for wading and marsh birds, including nest monitoring, breeding surveys, trapping and banding, and associated vegetation surveys across South Carolina.
• Conduct wading bird aerial breeding season surveys using small aircraft.
• Provide technical assistance to the public on wading and marsh bird protections, nuisance issues, and related topics.
• Represent SCDNR on enforcement, permitting issues, and other situations as required.
• Develop and maintain large multi-year databases using Excel, Access, Survey123, Bird Banding Lab data portal, and GIS; perform data analysis using Program R.
• Manage grants, budgets, and prepare monthly and annual reports.
• Create and disseminate public outreach materials and deliver educational programs at meetings and to the public.
• Coordinate, train, and supervise temporary personnel for data collection.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Bird Conservation Coordinator.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A master's degree in biology, chemistry, or wildlife management with two years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree with four years of experience in fish, wildlife, or marine management or research.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of wading and marsh biology and southeastern habitat management.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations related to native migratory birds.
• Skills in conducting surveys, identifying species, trapping, banding, and using survey tools.
• Experience with data collection, database management, GIS, Program R, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, reporting, and budgeting skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with multiple stakeholder groups.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, supervise staff, and endure environmental conditions.
• Willingness to work long hours, travel, and perform aerial surveys.

Additional Comments

A cover letter and current CV are required to accompany the state application.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Research, Analyst, IT
• Industry: Government Administration