IFW Resource Biologist Wildlife - 1090 Jonesboro
IFW Resource Biologist Wildlife - 1090 Jonesboro
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IF&W RESOURCE BIOLOGIST
(WILDLIFE)
Opening Date:
April 14 2025
Closing Date:
May 02 2025
Location:
Jonesboro
Position #:
0
Position Type:
Full Time
Class Code:
9386
Grade/Salary:
Grade 26 $56264.00 $78998.40 Per Year
The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is seeking to fill a Wildlife Biologist vacancy in the Jonesboro (Region C) Headquarters.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:The IF&W Resource Biologist assists in the implementation of the regional wildlife management program. Work includes but is not limited to; providing technical support to the Department other agencies organizations and the public; providing technical support and recommendations to the regulatory process; assisting in operational plans for the management of wildlife resources; represents the Department at public meetings; assists with identifying evaluating and mapping of important wildlife habitats; implements habitat programs on private and stateowned lands; assists with the direction of the regional nuisance wildlife program; determines the impact of development proposals on wildlife species and their habitats; and assists the Wildlife Resource Assessment Section with research and survey needs identified in the Departments species planning process.
Preference will be given to those that reside within 50 air miles of the Jonesboro Regional Headquarters.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors Degree in Biology Fisheries or Wildlife Management or related field AND two 2 years of progressively responsible related laboratory or field research and/or management experience. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education on a yearforyear basis.
For questions specific to the position please contact Ryan Robicheau at:
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS:In addition to the standard application form you MUST address each of the following items to be scored properly:
1. Describe your experience in the field application of wildlife species management and/or habitat management especially as it relates to:
a. Wildlife surveys inventories and biological data collections
b. Animal damage control activities and resolving nuisance wildlife issues
c. Environmental assessments of proposed project impacts on wildlife and habitat under NEPA or other state / federal regulatory permitting.
d. Land stewardship experience which includes monitoring properties for land use practices or alterations that must comply with specific legal limitations consulting with private landowners administering conservation easements etc.
2. Describe your work experience with assessing prescribing and implementing wildlife habitat management or restoration.
3. Describe your skill level and experience using computers word processing spreadsheets database software mapping software and GIS.
4. Describe your experience skill level and abilities with aerial census / surveys and the operation of GPS ATVs snowsleds and various watercraft.
5. Describe your professional experience in coordinating programs or projects with public or other working groups that highlights your organizational communication problem solving and consensus building skills.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the APPLY button below along with uploading a Cover Letter a current Resume and Answers to the supplemental questions. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not fulltime employment should be identified as such.
If you cant apply online and you require a paper application please download and print one here: Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter detailed Resume and Answers to the supplemental questions before the closing date to: Natural Resources Service Center c/o Kristin McCamish 32 Blossom Lane Marquardt Building Augusta ME. Please be sure that the title and position number of the job you are applying for is included.
No matter where you work across Maine state government you find employees who embody our state mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package including:
- WorkLife Balance Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays12 days of sick leave and3 weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtimeexempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays85100 of employeeonly premiums $11196.96$13172.88 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor you and your family including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employeeonly premiums by 5. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information aboutprogram requirements.
- Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100 of employeeonly dental premiums $358.08 annual value).
- Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes13.29 of payto the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) on behalf of the employee.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Set aside money pretax to help pay for outofpocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information visit theFederal Student Aid office.
- Living Resources Program Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceivefortytwo 42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Save additional pretax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
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As an Equal Opportunity employer Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race color sex sexual orientation or gender identity physical or mental disability religion age ancestry national origin familial status or genetics.
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