NATURAL RESOURCES BIOLOGIST I (Wildlife Response Coordinator)

IntroductionThis is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife and Heritage. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. Future vacancies may also be filled via other recruitments. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year.INTERNAL RECRUITMENT - CURRENT MDNR WILDLIFE AND HERITAGE EMPLOYEES ONLYGRADE: 13LOCATION OF POSITION: Wye Mills, Queen Anne’s CountyMain Purpose of Job: To coordinate and conduct Wildlife Response activities in the Eastern Region. The position is also responsible for the overall implementation of educational initiatives, technical assistance programs, emergency wildlife response and wildlife monitoring surveys, as well as assisting with land management work.This position is responsible for the coordination and supervision of staff; the appropriate use and control of firearms; the appropriate use and control of immobilization drugs/guns; response/resolution of wildlife emergencies on a 24-hour a day basis; investigation/resolution of wildlife disease outbreaks; completing scheduled wildlife surveys; capturing/handling wildlife; response/resolution of animal damage complaints; conducting/assisting with outreach events and providing information to the public.POSITION DUTIES:This position is responsible for the supervision of staff, and the coordination of multiple activities of rapidly changing priorities over a large geographic area.Supervise, coordinate, and evaluate all responsibilities delegated to regional Wildlife Response Technicians by providing written and verbal instructions, on-site supervision and follow-up as necessary. Provides input to the regional manager on legislation, regulations, policies and administrative decisions.Maintains Regional readiness for and responds to wildlife emergencies, ensuring regional staff are properly trained and equipped. Includes controlling/confiscating wildlife held illegally, or otherwise considered harmful.Coordinates regional efforts to manage crop damage from wildlife by working with local landowners and farmers, approving and denying permits, tracking permit use, and supervising staff who also issue permits.Coordinates completion of surveys, inventory and data collection and manages staff to ensure the proper completion of surveys, inventories and other data collection efforts.Assists land management staff with habitat conservation, maintenance, and recreation work on WMAs and other lands.Coordinates and implements outreach efforts to help teach students about wildlife conservation through participation in local/regional education programs, outreach events, and participates in other similar programs statewide as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Experience: Four years of professional experience conducting research and analysis in the fields of biology, biochemistry, environmental science, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology, physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management or zoology.Notes:Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental aquaculture, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology or physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management, zoology, or a natural resources management related field of study from an accredited college or university for the required experience.Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the natural resources management and biological sciences classifications or natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the wildlife biology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Two years of professional experience providing technical assistance to the public and responding to various wildlife issues.Two years of professional experience evaluating crop damage complaints and issuing Deer Management Permits.Experience and ability to operate equipment used in support of WMA habitat management activities.LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION:INTERNAL RECRUITMENT - CURRENT MDNR WILDLIFE AND HERITAGE EMPLOYEES ONLYLICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.SELECTION PROCESS:Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.EXAMINATION PROCESS:Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you provide all the experience and education related to this position completely and accurately.BENEFITS:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITSFURTHER INSTRUCTIONS:The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division. Please note, standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed the following business day.If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application before the announcement deadline or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact Adriana Parravano at Adriana.Parravano@maryland.gov.Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline, it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions, as a result of technical difficulties, will be accepted.TTY Users: call via Maryland RelayCandidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

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