Salary: $32,686.00 - $60,471.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time
Job Number: 169687
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Marine Resources Division
Opening Date: 10/02/2024
Closing Date: 10/15/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Class Code:: LE50
Position Number:: 111111111
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 4
Hiring Range - Min.: $46,753.00
Opening Date: 10/02/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job ResponsibilitiesThis employee will be responsible for performing job functions according to established standards for the South Carolina Sea Turtle Stranding and Salvage Network and the Sea Turtle Nest Protection management efforts and will work in conjunction with supervisor and others to help develop, implement and maintain the functions of a Manatee Response Network for SC.Job Duties Include:
- Acting as Manatee Response Coordinator for South Carolina by conducting on-call response both in the field and office.
- Operating small boats to access stranded sea turtles and manatee carcasses.
- Providing field support of SCDNR activities along with SC stranding network, USFWS and FWC.
- Communicating with Federal and State entities for coordination of activities to include:
- development of a response protocol
- establishing a response network
- implementing a network for SC
Assisting the sea turtle program coordinator with SC Sea Turtle Stranding and Salvage Network by conducting on-call response both in the field and office. Communicating with rehabilitation facilities regarding live animals.Ensuring supplies and materials needed for necropsy lab are purchased and available. Preparing monthly reports as needed for NOAA.Assisting coordinator with SC Nest Protection Network. Performing quality assurance of program nesting records.Conducting outreach with volunteers and members of the public.
Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area.
Preferred Qualifications Capable of working in remote locations under difficult field conditions; capable of working a non-traditional work week to include weekends; demonstrated experience working independently and trouble shooting in the field; ability to communicate effectively both written and orally with volunteers and members of the public; ability to prioritize tasks and be self-motivated; ability to trailer small boats and proficient in operation of boats up to 24 ft., anchoring and docking in tidal waters; understanding and knowledgeable of protected species Recovery Plans and priorities related to manatees and sea turtles.
Benefits for State EmployeesThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Are you currently employed with SCDNR?
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Do you have AT LEAST a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area?
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