Regional Biologist
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Description of Work
WEARE RECRUITING FOR MULTIPLE VACANCIES.
Recruitment Range: $45926 $61308
(This is a range. Selected candidates salary will be determined within this range
based on qualifications equity and funding at the time of hire.
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345B Park Entrance Rd
Seven Springs NC 28578AND121 W. Jones Street Raleigh NC 27601Raleigh NC 27614Primary Purpose of Position:
Do you have a passion for science and North Carolinas natural beauty The Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking two 2 Regional Biologistas part of the Natural Resource Programs team of professional resource managers. The Natural Resources Program collects and uses biological information to provide scientific and technical support to state park superintendents planners and engineers to ensure the longterm protection and sound management of natural and cultural resources in the state parks system. The Natural Resources Program also leads the Division in ecological management decisions on fire forestry ecological restoration invasive species and protection of rare and endangered species.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Provide expert guidance and assistance to all state parks and natural areas in the fields of natural resource management.
- Responsible for rare species protection prescribed fire invasive species control forestry forest and steam restoration.
- Responsible for setting objectives negotiating contracts managing budgets training staff and supervising the work of others.
- Communicate with park staff and outside organizations including federal state and local government agencies for all matters related to protection of park natural resources.
Position/Physical Requirements:
- Typical work schedule is Monday to Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm.
- Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs of forceoccasionally 20 lbs of force frequently and 10 lbs of force withor without reasonable accommodation.
- Work requires a variety of physical tasks visual acuity and is subject to a variety of environmental conditions.
- Must be available to work after hours weekend andholidays whennecessary.
- Must have a valid drivers license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days ofemployment.
- Must be able to perform job duties are performed in both inside and outside environmental conditions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form listed as general statements listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
- Demonstrated experience to collect review and/or interpret environmental scientific data.
- Demonstrated experience of management of natural resourcebased parks natural areas and/or nature preserves.
- Demonstrated experience of conservation principles for the protection of park resources.
- Demonstrated software of GIS software.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHERyears of educationOR years ofdirectly relatedexperience OR a combination of both. Seeof details.
Bachelors degree in one of the agricultural biological engineering environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution;ORan equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
- TheNorth Carolina Division of Parks and Recreationexiststo inspireallitscitizens andvisitorsthroughconservation recreation and education.
Conservation:To conserve and protect representativeexamples of North Carolinas naturalbeauty ecological features recreational and cultural resources within the state parks system.
Recreation:To provide and promote safehealthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state; and
Education:Toprovideeducationalopportunitiesthat promotestewardshipofthestatesnaturalandculturalheritage.
To explore NC State Parks visit: https://.gov/thingstodo/stateparks
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state including 27 historic sites seven history museums two art museums five science museums four aquariums 35 state parks four recreation areas dozens of state trails and natural areas the North Carolina Zoo the State Library the State Archives the N.C. Arts Council the African American Heritage Commission the American Indian Heritage Commission the State Historic Preservation Office the Office of State Archaeology the Highway Historical Markers program the N.C. Land and Water Fund and the Natural Heritage Program. The Departments vision is to be the leader in using the states natural and cultural resources to build the social cultural educational and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information please visit . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and jobrelated knowledge skills and abilities without regard to race religion color national origin sex pregnancy gender identity or expression sexual orientation age 40 or older) disability National Guard or veteran status genetic information political affiliation or political influence.
Application Process
Please watch our videoherethat walks you through each step of the application process.Be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. See Resume or See Attachment will NOT be accepted.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.Degree/College Credit Verification
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.
Veterans and National Guard Preference
Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with the state application.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.
Employment EligibilityIt is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in EVerify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).NEOGOV Technical Assistance
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural ResourcesDivision of Parks & RecreationZachary Ford
121 W. Jones Street Raleigh NC 27601
Employment Type
Full-Time
