Wildlife Program Manager (Aquatic Stewardship Program Administrator) - 20058724

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Ohio, ODNR in Columbus, is seeking an Aquatic Stewardship Program Administrator (Wildlife Program Manager) within the Division of Wildlife. You will lead statewide aquatic diversity and invasive species programs and collaborate with other units and partners to safeguard Ohio's aquatic resources.

Starting pay is $36.75 per hour with scheduled increases, ending around $52.27 per hour, with potential COLA adjustments.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate core program in wildlife-related fields with 24 months of wildlife program management experience.
• Graduate core program in wildlife management or biology with 12 months of wildlife program management experience.
• Alternative equivalent evidence of the Major Worker Characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Manages statewide aquatic diversity program in the agency's fish management section.
• Manages statewide aquatic invasive species program in the agency's fish management section.
• Collaborates with Wildlife Management to manage the animal component of the Ohio Natural Heritage Database.
• Works with Inland, Lake Erie, and Hatchery units and partners to implement the Aquatic Stewardship program.
• Communicates requests about the aquatic stewardship program to the public, other agencies, and Division of Wildlife staff.

Skills

Management

Wildlife

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Undergraduate core program in wildlife management

Graduate core program in wildlife management or biology

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Natural Resources

Work Location:
2045 Morse Road, ODNR Main
Columbus, Ohio, 43229
United States

Compensation: $36.75/hr

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 8am-5pm M-F Subject to Change

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill: Management

Who We Are

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, managesover 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres ofwater? That's just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Departmentof Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use andprotection of our natural resources for the benefit of all! Across our 12 divisions and support services, weemploy office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists,engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever yourpassion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement! Working at ODNR is a special experience. Ouremployees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks,nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park atthe Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus atFountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured, freeonsite parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a smallprairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at ourAssembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates withour Director.

What We Need

Weare seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want toplay a key role for the Aquatic Stewardship Program Administrator (Wildlife Program Manager) position within the Division of Wildlife, headquartered at Central Office Fountain Square in Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. To learn more about the Division of Wildlife please visit Division of Wildlife | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

What You'll Do

• Manages and coordinates statewide aquatic diversity program in the agency's fish management section.
• Manages and coordinates statewide aquatic invasive species program in the agency's fish management section.
• In collaboration with the Wildlife Management section, manages the animal component of the Ohio Natural Heritage Database.
• Works collaboratively with the Inland, Lake Erie, and Hatchery Organizational units within the Fish Management section, along with federal agency and university partners, to implement the Aquatic Stewardship program.
• Communicates & responds to requests related to the aquatic stewardship program to the public, other agencies, and Division of Wildlife staff.

Starting hourly pay of $36.75/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $52.27/hr.

There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the Exempt pay range schedule & longevity rates Exempt Employees E1.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate core program in previously cited areas AND 24 mos. exp. in wildlife program management.
• -Or completion of graduate core program in wildlife management or fisheries management, biology or zoology or related field of study AND 12 mos. exp. in wildlife program management.
• -Or 12 mos. exp. as Aquatic Biology Program Administrator, 22276.
• -Or 12 mos. exp. as Wildlife Biology Program Administrator, 22286.
• -Or alternative, equivalent evidence of the Major Worker Characteristics noted above.
• Job Skills: Management, Wildlife, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.