Biologist 1 3 Education And Outreach

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties:
This Biologist position is responsible for fostering a connection between fisheries resources and the public through outreach education and access. This position will assist in hosting workshops for the public and aquatic resource educators communicate the Departments programs to a wide variety of user groups and aim to provide new fishing opportunities throughout the state.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Knowledge of Louisiana aquatic organisms and plants

Knowledge of freshwater and saltwater fishing techniques

Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite applications

Good observational and analytical skills

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to demonstrate initiative accountability and effective communication with an off-site supervisor

Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Good organizational skills and ability to coordinate events and volunteers

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Coordinates and assists in administering fishing education programs workshops and events statewide

Develop and deliver presentations demonstrations and interactive fisheries educational activities

Communicates department programs to diverse audiences and user groups

Communicates with certified volunteer instructors and event coordinators

Plan and implement outreach programs for youth families and educators

Develop and conduct training programs for volunteers and assist in delivering workshops

Collaborates with agency staff and graphic designer to develop educational materials

Uses software programs to manage events create presentations and develop outreach content

Conducts site visits to community fishing sites for stockings program enhancements and workshops

Maintain records reports databases; and assist with website/social media updates

Plan and implement outreach programs for youth families and educators

Appointment Type: Probational Promotional Detail to Special Duty or Job Appointment

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.

This position will be domiciled in Minden.

Career Progression:This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is advertised as a Biologist 1 2 or 3. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. The maximum salary for the highest level of this position Biologist 3 is $ $84136.00 annually. Please click on the links below to learn more about this position.

BIOLOGIST 1

BIOLOGIST 2

BIOLOGIST 3

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).Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

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.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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. Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.

Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.

If you are applying for a position that 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.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT:

Consuello Brown

Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge LA 70898