BIOLOGIST 1-3
3.
4 Lafayette, LA Lafayette, LA $3,181 - $5,724 a month $3,181 - $5,724 a month 4 days ago 4 days ago 4 days ago Supplemental Information VACANCY INFORMATION:
This announcement may be used to fill one position.
This position may be filled as a:
Probational Appointment 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.
This position is located in Lafayette, LA.
A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants.
Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application listing complete work experience and education.
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 if possible.
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 Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the state's renewable natural resources, including all wildlife and aquatic life.
This position conducts field sampling using standard freshwater gear and conducts fishery-dependent survey data using standard creel protocols.
The position also maintains data collected from field sampling and assists with research projects.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Knowledge of aquatic organisms and life requirements, specifically freshwater sportfish Knowledge of, and experience with, measuring/weighing/handling live fish Experience with operation and maintenance of water quality testing kits/instruments, boats and engines and boat trailers Experience with Microsoft Office Applications Good observational and analytical skills Good interpersonal skills Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a team environment Ability to communicate orally and in writing Knowledge of research and statistical methods.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Collects biological and environmental data Enters and reviews data collected from field projects Compiles and analyzes data, and prepares reports of results Assists in the development of research projects and techniques to improve efficiencies Identifies, measures and records species at various life stages caught in sampling activities Operates departmental vehicles and vessels as necessary to accomplish required job duties.
Maintains and calibrates equipment Responds to telephone inquiries from the public and news media Sends and receives email correspondence Represents the department to a variety of job-related contacts and agencies Presents resource management information to commercial, recreational, professional, and conservation groups, schools, and local officials Identifies equipment and supply needs, and may be required to purchase supplies, repairs, and/or equipment The Biologist position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is advertised to be filled 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.
Please click on the below links to learn more about this position.
Biologist 1 Biologist 2 Biologist 3 HOW TO APPLY:
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.
Contact Information:
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.
O.
Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 Pascha Turner email protected 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) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualifications MINIMUM
Qualifications:
A baccalaureate degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries management, animal science, forestry, natural resources, or conservation.
NOTE:
Examples of non-qualifying degrees are science education (of any discipline), geology, geography, nuclear science, and agribusiness.
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Job Concepts FUNCTION OF WORK:
To collect, compile, and analyze biological and environmental data.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Entry.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
General from a Biologist Manager or Biologist Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May exercise functional over lower-level staff and/or direct over nonprofessional personnel.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Biologist 2 by the degree of independence.
Examples of Work EXAMPLES LISTED BELOW INCLUDE BRIEF SAMPLES OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE.
PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ALL TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Conducts field research and investigations to obtain biological samples and data using a variety of professionally accepted techniques.
Evaluates samples by laboratory analysis or organism identification and description; evaluates research data, organizes data, writes reports, plots findings, performs limited statistical analysis, and illustrates relationships of one set of data to another.
Prepares waterbody management plans for public use.
Presents fish management programs and demonstrations to various groups.
Operates, and maintains data collection and analysis equipment.
Participates as a team member in complex research projects or special investigations of environmental impact assessment and monitoring.
Conducts small, independent, short-term research projects under the general supervision of supervisory personnel.
Maintains frequent public contact regarding general departmental procedures and cooperates with private, state, and federal personnel in routine problem resolution.
Provides technical support for the senior biologist on one or several projects such as design or procedural problems and recommendations for solutions.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
4 Lafayette, LA Lafayette, LA $3,181 - $5,724 a month $3,181 - $5,724 a month 4 days ago 4 days ago 4 days ago Supplemental Information VACANCY INFORMATION:
This announcement may be used to fill one position.
This position may be filled as a:
Probational Appointment 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.
This position is located in Lafayette, LA.
A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants.
Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application listing complete work experience and education.
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 if possible.
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 Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the state's renewable natural resources, including all wildlife and aquatic life.
This position conducts field sampling using standard freshwater gear and conducts fishery-dependent survey data using standard creel protocols.
The position also maintains data collected from field sampling and assists with research projects.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Knowledge of aquatic organisms and life requirements, specifically freshwater sportfish Knowledge of, and experience with, measuring/weighing/handling live fish Experience with operation and maintenance of water quality testing kits/instruments, boats and engines and boat trailers Experience with Microsoft Office Applications Good observational and analytical skills Good interpersonal skills Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a team environment Ability to communicate orally and in writing Knowledge of research and statistical methods.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Collects biological and environmental data Enters and reviews data collected from field projects Compiles and analyzes data, and prepares reports of results Assists in the development of research projects and techniques to improve efficiencies Identifies, measures and records species at various life stages caught in sampling activities Operates departmental vehicles and vessels as necessary to accomplish required job duties.
Maintains and calibrates equipment Responds to telephone inquiries from the public and news media Sends and receives email correspondence Represents the department to a variety of job-related contacts and agencies Presents resource management information to commercial, recreational, professional, and conservation groups, schools, and local officials Identifies equipment and supply needs, and may be required to purchase supplies, repairs, and/or equipment The Biologist position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is advertised to be filled 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.
Please click on the below links to learn more about this position.
Biologist 1 Biologist 2 Biologist 3 HOW TO APPLY:
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.
Contact Information:
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.
O.
Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 Pascha Turner email protected 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) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualifications MINIMUM
Qualifications:
A baccalaureate degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries management, animal science, forestry, natural resources, or conservation.
NOTE:
Examples of non-qualifying degrees are science education (of any discipline), geology, geography, nuclear science, and agribusiness.
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Job Concepts FUNCTION OF WORK:
To collect, compile, and analyze biological and environmental data.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Entry.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
General from a Biologist Manager or Biologist Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May exercise functional over lower-level staff and/or direct over nonprofessional personnel.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Biologist 2 by the degree of independence.
Examples of Work EXAMPLES LISTED BELOW INCLUDE BRIEF SAMPLES OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE.
PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ALL TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Conducts field research and investigations to obtain biological samples and data using a variety of professionally accepted techniques.
Evaluates samples by laboratory analysis or organism identification and description; evaluates research data, organizes data, writes reports, plots findings, performs limited statistical analysis, and illustrates relationships of one set of data to another.
Prepares waterbody management plans for public use.
Presents fish management programs and demonstrations to various groups.
Operates, and maintains data collection and analysis equipment.
Participates as a team member in complex research projects or special investigations of environmental impact assessment and monitoring.
Conducts small, independent, short-term research projects under the general supervision of supervisory personnel.
Maintains frequent public contact regarding general departmental procedures and cooperates with private, state, and federal personnel in routine problem resolution.
Provides technical support for the senior biologist on one or several projects such as design or procedural problems and recommendations for solutions.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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