VACANCY INFORMATION:
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 Baton Rouge, 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 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.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the states 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. The Office of Fisheries exists to ensure that aquatic resources are sustainable for present and future generations of Louisiana citizens by providing access and scientific management.
This is a biologist position that assists in the processing and aging of fisheries collected otoliths/spines: including but not limited to cataloging, sample preparation, sectioning, aging, data entry, lab and equipment maintenance, assist in special projects, and attend Gulf wide training sessions. Must have the ability and skills to work in a detailed and precise manner, communicate effectively and work as a team with other biologists.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Knowledge of aquatic organisms
- Knowledge of various lab equipment
- Knowledge of data collecting techniques
- 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:
- Participates in laboratory processing and aging of hard part samples, otoliths and spines, collected from fresh and saltwater fish species
- Participates in special projects when they arise including research into the preparation, sectioning, and aging of different species of fresh and salt water fishes
- Inputs all reader data into computer database system to be combined with field data for use by Fisheries Stock Assessment researchers
- Maintains professional, respectful relationships with all laboratory staff
- Trains new biologist in the cataloging, preparation, sectioning, and aging of fish hard part and in the data entry systems currently in use
- Represents the department to a variety of job-related contacts; inter/intra-agency workgroups, task forces, technical groups; general public; local and state officials; commercial fishers and industry participants; recreational fishers; and conversation civic groups
- Presents resource management information to commercial, recreational, professional and conservation groups, schools, and local officials
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)
Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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 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 management plans as a consultant to private landowners, breeders, or other groups.
Investigates facilities and records of applicants for permits and special licenses; makes recommendations concerning issuance or denial of licenses.
Presents wildlife management programs and demonstrations to various groups.
Purchases, 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.
Communicates department’s biological programs to individuals and groups through outreach and promotion in educational settings.