Biologist Supervisor-Conservation Education

Posting number: 512-227136-26

Department: Wildlife & Fisheries-Office of the Secretary

Job classification: BIOLOGIST SUPERVISOR

Posting type: Open

Categories: Recreation, Education, Parks and Recreation, Miscellaneous, Parks, Natural Resources

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the state’s renewable natural resources, including all wildlife and aquatic life. LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology.

Looking for a Biologist Supervisor to participate and oversee the delivery of Conservation Education and other programs in Southwest LA.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, public speaking, organizational, and interpersonal skills. The candidate should be comfortable presenting to diverse audiences, working collaboratively with volunteers and partners, adapting to changing priorities, and representing the Department in a professional manner.

• A bachelor’s 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 master's 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 master's 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.

This position will be domiciled in Lafayette, Lake Charles or Baton Rouge offices and is responsible for participating and overseeing the implementation of conservation education, outdoor skills, and other related education and outreach programs. The incumbent's primary responsibility is to direct Conservation Education and Outreach in southwest Louisiana; however, this position will also be expected to assist, Shooting Sports, and other departmental outreach initiatives. The incumbent recruits, trains, and coordinates a network of volunteer Hunter Education and Fisheries Outreach instructors to deliver related public programs. This position directly supervises three Biologists in the performance of their duties to provide Conservation Education. Frequent night and weekend work is required. Unavoidable hazards include working with firearms of all types, sharp objects such as knives, and the occasional use of watercraft and all-terrain vehicles. Physical demands include lifting boxes of educational materials, monitors, displays, and shooting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

• -Responsible for participating and overseeing the implementation of conservation education, outdoor skills, and other related education and outreach programs
• -Will assist Shooting Sports, and other departmental outreach initiatives
• -Recruits, trains, and coordinates a network of volunteer Hunter Education and Fisheries Outreach instructors to deliver related public programs
• -Directly supervises three Biologists in the performance of their duties to provide Conservation Education

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: Probational Appointment, Detail to Special Duty, Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency-wide permanent status employees). Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected.
• Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience
• This position will be domiciled in Lafayette, Lake Charles or Baton Rouge offices

Frequent night and weekend work is required. Unavoidable hazards include working with firearms of all types, sharp objects such as knives, and the occasional use of watercraft and all-terrain vehicles. Physical demands include lifting boxes of educational materials, monitors, displays, and shooting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

• A valid Louisiana driver's license is required
• No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
• 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.

PLEASE NOTE: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 master’s 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.

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

Department of Wildlife & Fisheries- Human Resources