NATURAL RESOURCES BIOLOGIST II
Recruitment #21-003121-0008
Department | DNR - Fisheries Service |
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Date Opened | 1/3/2022 08:27:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 1/17/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $44,989.00 - $71,606.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Crystal Wilson |
Work Location |
St. Mary's
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GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
The Department of
Natural Resources, Fishing and Boating Services, Shellfish Division is
currently accepting applications for a Natural Resources Biologist II position.
This position functions as an Oyster Production Biologist for the Piney Point
Aquaculture Center (St. Mary’s County). Position supports all activities at the
facility. Position performs all professional aspects of shellfish culture,
stocking, sample processing and analysis, data entry, data analysis, report
writing, and experimental design for the project. Position maintains the
physical plant resources, and leads seasonal Natural Resources Technicians.
Position oversees work crews from the Department of Public Safety and
Correctional Services to meet project objectives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, environmental science, 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.
Experience: Two years of experience in performing professional biological work in the field of natural resources management.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute additional 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 on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute graduate education beyond a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a natural resources related field of study as described above at the rate of 15 graduate credit hours for one year of the required experience.
3. 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 and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1 year shellfish aquaculture industry experience preferred.
1 years’ shellfish hatchery experience preferred.
1 years’ of experience using heavy equipment preferred.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is 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, Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov.
Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Crystal Wilson at crystal.wilson1@maryland.gov.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Candidates 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.