Salary : $4,458.00 - $8,027.00 Monthly
Location : Statewide, LA
Job Type: Promotion
Job Number: 513-204939-25
Department: Wildlife & Fisheries-Wildlife
Opening Date: 01/28/2025
Closing Date: 2/3/2025 11:59 PM Central
Supplemental InformationLDWF 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 SUPERVISOR- WILDLIFE HABITAT STEWARDSHIP - FORESTRYThe incumbent provides assistance and support to the Forestry Program's Biologist Manager and Biologist Program Manager in performing all functions relative to the Department's WMA Forest Management Program. The scope of this position will focus on approximately 545,695 acres of forested WMA lands owned by the Department. The incumbent will maintain direct supervision over 3 Biologist 1/2/3 positions. Coordinates and conducts forest inventories for Desired Forest Condition for Wildlife (DFCW) evaluations, preparation of resource management prescriptions, and inventory work for timber appraisals on land acquisition projects. The incumbent will assess habitat and forest conditions on WMAs through knowledge of silvicultural practices, site historical management, forest species composition and associated research. Supervises, performs, and coordinates with the Biologist 1/2/3 positions to monitor timber sales and collect timber sale data required for record maintenance and sustainable forest initiative certification. Provides supervision of logging contractors during harvest operations.
VACANCY INFORMATION This position may be filled as a:
- Promotion (open only to current permanent status employees of Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries)
This position may be domiciled statewide.
IDEAL CANDIDATE- Strong background in forest and wildlife habitat management 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
- Ability to problem solve
- Possesses strong work ethic
ESSENTIAL DUTIES- Coordinates and performs duties involved with establishment and re-measurement of Growth Monitoring Plots (GMPs) on WMAs.
- Trains Forestry Program personnel and assistants participating in GMP establishment across the state.
- Assists Biologist Manager in establishing, monitoring/conducting research projects on WMAs to evaluate the effectiveness of the Forestry Program.
- Coordinate and perform forest health assessments on LDWF lands and as directed.
- Accurately complete time and attendance reporting.
- Learn agency practices, as well as new management techniques necessary for project delivery.
- Track progress on assigned tasks and provide updates to department staff.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT: Cassandra Louis
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries- Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge, LA 70898
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. Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.
Failure to provide your qualifying work experience may result in your application not being considered.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.
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.* 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
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorizationWildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
Job ConceptsFUNCTION OF WORK:
To supervise an organizational unit responsible for biological or environmental research.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Supervisor.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Broad from a Biologist Manager or higher-level administrator.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct supervision over professional and non-professional staff.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Biologist 3 by the presence of full supervisory responsibilities.
Differs from Biologist Manager by the absence of responsibility for the supervision of Biologist Supervisors or equivalent staff.
Examples of WorkEXAMPLES LISTED BELOW INCLUDE BRIEF SAMPLES OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ALL TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Directs several monitoring programs within an organizational unit designed to gather data on population abundance and distribution, basic biological parameters, habitat quality, etc.
Investigates fish kills, exotic plant and animal introductions, oil and chemical spills, etc.
Monitors recreational and commercial activities within a geographic area.
Designs, implements, and conducts research projects related to resource management, population dynamics, species biology, habitat changes, etc.
Prepares technical reports of research findings.
Formulates highly technical management recommendations for public lands and water bodies in complex and involved situations that effect wildlife and fisheries populations as well as the environment.
Prepares annual and long-range management plans.
Makes technical recommendations and presentations to the public regarding wildlife, fisheries, and habitat management.
Investigates complaints concerning fish, wildlife, and habitat problems.
Participates on local committees or task forces that have been established to study, manage, and enhance wildlife and fisheries resources and habitats within a geographic region of the state.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
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Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others
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This position requires 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; ORA 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; 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 two years of the required specialized experience. Provide your degree major, school and date completed and relevant training and experience.
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