BIOLOGIST PROGRAM MANAGER/ WILDLIFE- STATEWIDE – Amazon Store

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 Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness.BIOLOGIST PROGRAM MANAGER/ WILDLIFE - STATEWIDEThis position is managerial position that receives broad supervision from the Biologist Director and Biologist Administrator of the Wildlife Division. The incumbent serves as a high level advisor to the Wildlife Division administrative staff as well as to the Assistant Secretary of Wildlife on matters pertaining to the Wildlife Management Areas and Private Lands Programs. A bachelor’s degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus seven years of experience in wildlife or fisheries, forestry, or environmental science; ORA non-thesis master's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus six years of the required specialized experience; ORA 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 five years of the required specialized experience.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.JOB DUTIESSome of the duties for this position may include the following:Administer the Private Lands Program in a portion of the State of Louisiana.Administer the WMA Program in a portion of the State of Louisiana focusing on wildlife habitat management, rehabilitation and maintenance of infrastructure.Directly supervise 3 Biologist Managers, indirectly supervise 30 other staff members. POSITION- SPECIFIC DETAILS:This is a statewide position and the domicile will be determined when candidate is selected. 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 APPLYNo 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. *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 http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf(Download 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 LouisDepartment of Wildlife & Fisheries- Human ResourcesP.O. Box 98000Baton Rouge, LA [email protected]