Biologist 1-3 Webster

This position will be primarily responsible for coordinating management and control activities for aquatic plants on Lake Bistineau primarily and other waterbodies as assigned in NW Louisiana. It serves as part of a larger team of biologists and technicians that are responsible for aquatic plant control throughout the northern part of Louisiana.

Ideally the successful candidate for this position would be adept at:

• Identifying aquatic plant species at various life stages.
• Conducting data entry editing and verification.
• Compiling and analyzing data.
• Preparing written reports and/or presentations on results.
• Performing skilled vessel operation and standard maintenance
• Planning and conducting work duties with a high level of efficiency and effectiveness so as to achieve the maximum results possible

Preferred qualities of the ideal candidate include but are not limited to:

• Highly motivated with strong initiative to successfully perform work duties at a high level sometimes without direct supervision
• Experience with aquatic plant control techniques
• Boating experience and experience towing trailered boats
• Ability to work independently and both as a member or a leader of a team to set track and achieve goals
• Organized responsible and ability to problem-solve

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

Job Duties:

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

• Oversees herbicide contractor activities and monitors activities for performance
• Conducts aquatic herbicide applications as needed.
• Collects field data related to aquatic plant control
• Designs and directs environmental/biological investigations as necessary and assigned.
• Conducts aquatic vegetation surveys and monitors environmental conditions to help guide control efforts/activities
• Assists in research to improve aquatic plant control management methods
• Evaluates information to determine aquatic plant coverage and prepares maps showing such.
• Assists with the placement and management of boom to augment aquatic plant control efforts.
• Assists with public access improvement projects as needed and assigned.
• Participates in fisheries-related conservation programs as needed and assigned.

Work Location:The position will be domiciled at the LDWF Inland Fisheries Section District 1 office located near Minden Louisiana in Webster Parish. Multiple positions may be hired from this job posting.

Appointment Type: Job appointment (open to all statewide classified and agency wide permanent status employees)

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Biologist 1 2 or 3.

Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience

Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected. If filled as a Job Appointment there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a Probational Appointment should funding become available.

Special Requirement:The successful candidate will be required to complete and maintain certified herbicide applicator license and training.

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 (Download PDF reader)

No Civil Service test score is 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 notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge LA 70898
Pascha Turner