We are searching for a focused BIOLOGIST 1 to join our awesome team at State of Nevada in Elko, NV.
Growing your career as a Full Time BIOLOGIST 1 is a terrific opportunity to develop vital skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, leadership and have the right enthusiasm for the job, then apply for the position of BIOLOGIST 1 at State of Nevada today!
State of Nevada Announces An Open Competitive Recruitment for: BIOLOGIST 1 APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $47,021.76 to $69,008.40 PAY GRADE: 30 For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location.
Department: Wildlife
Division: Game Management
Location: Elko
Job Class Code: 01.737
RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Announcement Number: 44628
Open to all qualified persons.
Posted 10/10/2023
Recruiter:
KRISTIN BOWLING
Phone: View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com
Email: View email address on jobs.institutedata.com Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
The Position
Biologists conduct fisheries, wildlife and/or habitat management projects and research studies including data collection, analysis and interpretation; develop and implement project proposals and work plans; prepare recommendations; and participate in public relations activities.
Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation.
The Management Area 10 Game Division Biologist is responsible for surveying and monitoring various game species within Elko and White Pine Counties. Duties include survey and inventory of big game and small game species. Many of these surveys are conducted aerially using a helicopter; however, some surveys can be conducted via ground by foot or vehicle. Data management, data analyses including population modeling, report writing, and public presentations are essential to this position. A portion of this position?s time is also dedicated to the Elk Incentive Program as well as the Elk Damage Program and requires significant coordination with local landowners. In conjunction with applicable staff from the Habitat Division, this position is also partially responsible for developing and administering habitat improvement projects and conducting technical review of federal land use planning documents. The position will also deal extensively with land management agencies, sportsmen and the general public. The position is being recruited at Biologist 1, 2, and 3 levels. Position may be filled at any level. To apply for the recruitment, you will need to submit application online at: The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***
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To Qualify:
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, wildlife management or closely related field; OR graduation from high school and two years of technical wildlife management or fisheries experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and professional experience in conducting research studies; data collection, analysis and interpretation; and development and implementation of project proposals for fisheries, wildlife and/or habitat management projects.
Special Notes
Work may be performed under adverse weather conditions and include extensive walking under difficult conditions in remote and/or primitive locations.
Working on occasional nights and/or weekends may be required.
Special Requirements
Statewide travel and outdoor work is required.
A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment
1) Describe your experience and/or the ability to conduct extensive aerial surveys in both the front seat and back seat of a helicopter.
2) Describe your technical writing experience regarding biology and wildlife; project performance reporting; and development of management plans.
3) Describe your GIS and quantitative analysis skills
4) This position requires travelling, camping, and backpacking in remote areas. At times this may be for more than 50% of the work schedule.
5) Describe your experience working with federal land management agencies, private landowners, and the general public.
INFORMATIONAL LINKS
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Benefits of working as a BIOLOGIST 1 in Elko, NV:
? Career Growth Potential
? Continuous Learning Opportunities
? Leading Industry Pay
