Botanist HYBRID

** Internal DNCR Posting Only current permanent or temporary NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources employees or layoff candidates with the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by G.S.126 may apply. **

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCRs Telework Policy.

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Primary Purpose of Position:

• Serve as the States authority on the occurrence distribution and status of native plants and their habitat.
• Interpret and evaluate biological resource data about the extent and locations of the states rare plants and natural communities.
• Maintain the rare plant inventory including maps and data in Biotics in coordination with data management team.
• Design and conduct field studies to identify evaluate and document occurrences of rare plants and natural communities.
• Provide guidance and information to other public and private agencies regarding rare species management and conservation.
• Identify and prioritize the states most important natural areas and ecological resources for the purpose of creating Dedicated Nature Preserves Registered Heritage Areas and other conservation agreements.
• Participate in the development of program policy.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct botanical field surveys of natural areas which contribute to the documentation of North Carolinas
  natural diversity.
• Lead and oversee the Natural Heritage Programs identification classification documentation and protection of
  the rare plants of NC and their habitats.
• Maintain the rare plant inventory portions of the Natural Heritage Programs multi-faceted data management
  system and disseminate scientific data.
• Interpret and provide rare plant species data to government agencies consultants researchers private
  conservation organizations and individuals.
• Identify and facilitate protection of high-priority natural areas and develop protection strategies and management
  practices and policies.

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm with possible flexibility in start and end times while meeting the 40/hr wk requirement.
• Must be able to conduct field investigations that may require exposure to inclement weather insects hot and cold temperatures and long hours traversing over rough terrain (often without a trail) with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must have a valid drivers license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

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.

Management Prefers:

• Demonstrated field experience identifying native plants in their natural habitats
• Demonstrated experience using the Classification of the Natural Communities of North Carolina to identify and map natural communities in the field
• Demonstrated professional experience using ArcGIS software to create and edit maps
• Demonstrated experience using mobile applications for navigating and data collection in natural areas
• Demonstrated experience in botanical or ecological fieldwork North Carolina
• Demonstrated experience leading presentations workshops and field trips for audiences of varying technical expertise.

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 EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See of for details.

Section/Unit Description:

North Carolinas Natural Heritage Program is mandated by the state Nature Preserves Act of 1985 and the associated
administrative rules to (1) identify through systematic research and recommend for conservation the natural areas
which best exemplify North Carolinas natural heritage (2) facilitate development of a statewide system of protected
natural areas in public and private ownership (3) formulate and disseminate rare species management
recommendations (4) influence private individuals corporations and public agencies which own natural areas to
protect those areas (5) provide interpretation of biological information and coordinate with and advise other agencies
(6) involve and inform citizens and landowners increase public environmental awareness and (7) maintain information
regarding the distribution and status of rare species to support designation under the Endangered Species Act.

Division Description:

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 job-related 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.

We are an Employment First state ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women establish paid parental leave for birth adoption and foster care and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes values respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process
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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 willNOT 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.

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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 a DD 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 E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Sign On Bonus Eligibility

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus the candidate must not have worked as a probationary permanent or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government including without limitation the judicial system state executive branch agencies and the university system subject to the State Human Resources Act.

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CONTACT INFORMATION:

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

Caroline McClintock

109 E. Jones Street

Raleigh NC 27601

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