Biologist Supervisor- Lafayette
Biologist Supervisor- Lafayette
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LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisianas wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness.
BIOLOGIST SUPERVISOR/ SOUTHCENTRAL COASTAL WMAS (COASTAL LAFAYETTE REGION)
This position is a Wildlife and Fisheries Biologist Supervisor domiciled at the Lafayette office and receives direct supervision from a Biologist Manager. This position exercises broad stewardship responsibilities over Atchafalaya Delta WMA and State Wildlife Marsh Island and Isle Dernieres Barriers Islands Refuges. These WMAs/refuges are located in St. Mary Vermilion Iberia and Terrebonne Parishes and consists of habitats ranging from active delta to barrier island habitats. The selected candidate may direct the work of lower level biologists maintenance personnel and/or wildlife and fisheries technicians that are assigned to these coastal WMAs/refuges. This position is responsible for assisting and advising supervisors in planning coordinating and conducting management research and restoration on coastal WMAs/refuges. The incumbent is required to use computers to write reports and submit collected data. The incumbent may also provide technical assistance to private landowners.
The job duties of this position require the incumbent to exert brief periods of heavy muscular or strenuous physical exertion. Some job activities require extended work hours and weekend work. Job activities also require the incumbent to be capable of riding in helicopters and/or fixed wing aircraft as well as all types of vessels. The incumbent may also be required to participate in aerial waterfowl surveys. Additionally the incumbent will be required as needed to respond to nuisance or injured wildlife calls which often require after hours and weekend work. Overnight travel for multiple days at remote areas and throughout Louisiana will be required. Working in the field out of boats at night and in inclement weather will also be required.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelors degree in a biological science marine science environmental science wildlife or fisheries animal science forestry or natural resources plus four years of experience in wildlife or fisheries forestry or environmental science; OR
A non-thesis masters degree in a biological science marine science environmental science wildlife or fisheries animal science forestry or natural resources plus three years of the required specialized experience; OR
A masters degree with a completed thesis or a doctorate in a biological science marine science environmental science wildlife or fisheries animal science forestry or natural resources plus two years of the required specialized experience.Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
JOB DUTIES
Duties may includesome orallofthe following:
- Serves as field supervisor to oversee the overall management of several south-central Louisiana WMAs and Refuges. Develop implement and monitor management research restoration and/or enhancement projects on several coastal WMAs and Refuges. Management activities include but are not limited to the following:
1. Collection and assessment of habitat environmental and biological data (water level and salinity vegetative and wildlife surveys hunter bag checks managed hunts trapping/banding projects etc.) Advises supervisory staff on suggested regulation changes and monitors special use permit activities.2. Develops and implements various land stewardship and habitat management practices on coastal WMAs/refuges. This includes but is not limited to water level and salinity management via the operation/maintenance of water control structures levees systems and pumps as well as vegetation management to promote desirable vegetation (controlling noxious vegetation burning plantings etc. It may also include wildlife food plots and the control of nuisance animals.3. Provide technical advice to supervisory staff regarding formulation/implementation of programs projects permits and policies for resources on coastal properties including alligators fur bearers fisheries non-game resources and r/t/e species.4. Recommends and implements (when approved) species related management projects activities changes etc. (harvests nuisance animal removal quotas/bag limits seasons locations etc.) for coastal WMAs/refuges. Also oversees managed hunt activities.5. Advises and provides supervisory staff with recommendations and when directed implements projects activities etc.. related to land and habitat restoration and enhancement on coastal WMAs/refuges.- Oversees the daily operationofWMA/Refuge activities suchasmaintenance repair andconstruction projects. This may involve water control structures trails roadsparking areascampsitesfacilities workshops storage buildings watervessels lawnmowers as mowinggrading ditchingcleaningetc.
- Workswithotherprograms withintheDepartmentto provide assistance with thatprogramsresearch/project needsincludingbutnot limitedto the deerwaterfowl alligator wildlife diversityand uplandgame programs. Additionally willprovide assistanceasneeded to Universityresearchpersonnel other government agenciesandNGOs for any related needs on theWMAs/Refuges.
- Conducts performance planningandreview meetings withandannualevaluationsofsubordinate staff members coordinates the fillingofvacancies approvestime andattendancereportsand approves leave. Assistsindeveloping the annual budget andreviews and recommendspurchases. Reviews and concurs on vehicle logs equipment inventory expense accountsand otherrequiredpersonnel formsand reports. Provides supervisory and logistical support tostaff.
- Assists the mineral program in reviewing potential oil and gas activities on the coastal WMAs/Refuges. Activities may include new/existing well locations seismic projects restoration actions for impacts to the WM As or Refuges.
- Other duties asassigned
POSITION- SPECIFIC DETAILS:This position will be domiciled in Lafayette Parish.
Appointment Type: Job appointment probational appointment promotional or detail to special duty.
If filled as a job appointment there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a probational appointment should funding become available. Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected.
HOW TO APPLY
No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification. A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. Any degree certificate special license or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
If you are applying for a position which requires a baccalaureate and/or masters degree you may apply 90 days prior to receipt of your degree however the effective date of the appointment cannot be prior to your graduation date.
The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at PDF reader)
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT:
Cassandra Louis
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge LA 70898
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Unclear
