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NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNICIAN IV

Recruitment #23-004460-0001

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Introduction

12 Month Contract; Intended Contract Start Date in January 2024

GRADE

ASTD11

LOCATION OF POSITION

580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 (Anne Arundel County)

Main Purpose of Job

This position is a Natural Resources Technician in the Monitoring and Non-Tidal Assessment Division’s Freshwater Mussel Assessment Program. The incumbent serves as a supporting investigator of freshwater mussels for MANTA. The main purposes of the position are to:
  1. Complete freshwater mussel assessment and monitoring field work requirements in support of general, special and reimbursable grant funded projects; 
  2. Demonstrate a moderate level of proficiency in mussel survey techniques and identification;
  3. Prepare technical reports on the potential impacts and from factors such as acid deposition, habitat degradation, land use and non- point source pollution to mussels, their habitat and suitable restoration opportunities where impacts have been reduced, and
  4. Support DNR’s mission statement as it pertains to freshwater mussels. 

This position requires the detailed collection and analysis of biological, chemical, physical, and landscape data to prepare interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed scientific reports used to support state and federal water quality and endangered species regulations. This position may represent MANTA and DNR on topics of freshwater mussels at professional and public settings.

POSITION DUTIES

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Monitoring and Non-Tidal Assessment Division (MANTA) is currently accepting applications for one (1) long-term contractual Natural Resources Technician IV position. This position provides technical support to meet statewide freshwater mussel monitoring and assessment objectives that inform the conservation and restoration of their populations. The selected candidate will assist with surveys for freshwater mussels in streams and rivers, development of species restoration plans, conducting public outreach regarding ongoing projects, and the assessment of mussel propagation and culture activities. Data entry, analysis, mapping, and report writing using field-collected data are also important duties. This position may assist with water quality or biological monitoring and participate in other field or lab duties as assigned.

Candidates must be willing to work long and flexible hours swimming and wading in the water, aboard boats, and under various weather conditions. This position may require carrying heavy equipment over rough and uneven terrain; candidates must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Employees will likely encounter hot weather, biting insects, long hikes, briars, and snakes. Candidates must provide their own transportation to meet a field crew prior to traveling to sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Five years of experience, three years of experience in technical biological work in the field of natural resources management and an additional two years of experience performing technical biological work in the field of forestry, arboriculture, wildlife, aquaculture, natural resources management, or fisheries.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the completion of 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university, 18 credit hours must be in biology, biochemistry, environmental science, forest technology, arboriculture, aquaculture, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology, physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management, zoology, or a natural resources management related field of study and three years of experience in technical biological work in the field of natural resources management for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute additional education beyond the 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university in a natural resources related field of study on a year-for-year basis for up to two years of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in the natural resources management and biological sciences classifications or natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the biological science technician field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.    

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience surveying for freshwater mussels and data collection
  • Open water SCUBA certification
  • Experience with water sample collection and stream habitat measurement
  • Experience with the propagation and culture of fish and freshwater mussels
  • Experience with the use of Microsoft Access and Excel, ArcGIS, R, or other data management, analysis, and visualization software

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile or other motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess the appropriate operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

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 accept information submitted after this date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all education and experience related to the essential functions and qualifications of this position.

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.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly 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, need to make adjustments to a submitted application or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division

Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Emilee Knott at Emilee.Knott@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.



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