Wildlife Biologist II

State of South Carolina • Full-time • Lexington, South Carolina, United States • $38.99k - $72.13k / year • 1w ago

Salary: $38,985.00 - $72,134.00 Annually

Location : Lexington County, SC

Job Type: Time Limited - Full-Time

Job Number: 170836

Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Division: Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division

Opening Date: 11/06/2024

Closing Date: 12/6/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.

Class Code:: LE60

Position Number:: 61147981

Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band: Band 5

Hiring Range - Min.: $51,319.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $55,559.00

Opening Date: 11/06/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

This employee will be responsible for working with biological and technical staff to manage freshwater invertebrates across the state.

Job Duties Include:

Conducting mussel or other invertebrate surveys, surveys related to habitat restoration and enhancement activities and research into biology, distribution and life histories.
Performing analysis of data collected through survey efforts
Contributing to the culture, propagation and stock enhancement of mollusk species.
Collecting and analyzing data that indicates subject species/health and vitality as well as the success of methods, equipment and conditions.
Monitoring juvenile health and growth in lab as instructed by supervisory biologist.
Maintaining mussel propagation database and analyzing data.
Implementing marking techniques.
Ensuring that reports are submitted to supervisor as required, equipment is maintained and inventoried, DNR policies and procedures are followed and all appropriate state and federal laws are obeyed.
Managing inventories of water chemistry supplies and mussel culture food.
Conducting educational/outreach programs to interested groups.
Coordinating with landowners to provide access to survey sites.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A master's degree in biology, chemistry or related technical area field; or a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area and two (2) years of experience relevant to the job.
Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of freshwater mussel species (specifically those found in South Carolina), species identification techniques and sampling freshwater aquatic resources and their habitats. Ability to design, conduct and analyze biological surveys and prepare technical reports. Knowledge of statistical techniques. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Considerable skills and abilities in operating and maintaining hatchery and laboratory equipment used in freshwater mussel production. Ability to function independently for work planning, scheduling, and procurement.

Benefits for State Employees

The 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 Benefits
Eligible 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 Benefits
State 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 Benefits
State 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 master's degree in biology, chemistry or related technical area field OR a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area AND two (2) years of experience relevant to the job?

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