Introduction
Natural Resources Biologist II, Aquaculture Leasing and Permitting Program Support Staff
GRADE
15
LOCATION OF POSITION
Tawes State Office Building, 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, Maryland (Anne Arundel County).
Main Purpose of Job
The Department of Natural Resources is seeking one Aquaculture Leasing and
Permitting Program Support Staff person to provide assistance with the review and processing of
shellfish aquaculture lease applications, related permit applications and lease transfer requests submitted to the Aquaculture and Industry Enhancement Division, and to otherwise contribute to the records management, data entry and customer outreach necessary to support the responsible development of Maryland’s aquaculture industry.
Specifically, this position enters application data into databases and/or tracking sheets, screens for completeness and conducts applicant outreach, drafts and circulates public notices, completes mailings, drafts documents for supervisory review, handles invoices and deposits, tracks, enters and transmits report data, maintains and organizes electronic and physical reports and files, records and
scans legal documents, monitors and responds to customer inquiries, contributes to website updates, represents the Department at public and interagency meetings, assists with meeting preparation and facilitation, and may assist occasionally with field work or other duties as needed.
POSITION DUTIES
The Department of Natural Resources is seeking one Aquaculture Leasing and Permitting Program Support Staff person to provide assistance with the review and processing of shellfish aquaculture lease applications, related permit applications and lease transfer requests submitted to the Aquaculture and Industry Enhancement Division, and to otherwise contribute to there cords management, data entry and customer outreach necessary to support the responsible development of Maryland’s aquaculture industry.
Specifically, this position enters application data into databases and/or tracking sheets, screens for completeness and conducts applicant outreach, drafts and circulates public notices, completes mailings, drafts documents for supervisory review, handles invoices and deposits, tracks, enters and transmits report data, maintains and organizes electronic and physical reports and files, records and scans legal documents, monitors and responds to customer inquiries, contributes to website updates, represents the Department at public and interagency meetings, assists with meeting preparation and facilitation, and may assist occasionally with field work or other duties as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Four years of 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
and two years of experience in performing professional biological work
in the field of natural resources management.
Notes:
1.
Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree in biology,
environmental 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 and two years
of experience in performing professional biological work in the field of
natural resources management for the required experience.
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.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Knowledge of natural resources conservation and management principles and practices;
2. Knowledge of shellfish aquaculture farming practices and native bivalve species in Maryland;
3. Experience handling and/or reviewing legal documents, environmental permits and/or permit applications;
4. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Access and Google Suite products5. Experience with phone, email and in-person stakeholder outreach and communication.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle 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 minimum 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
Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you provide all the experience and education related to this position completely and accurately.
BENEFITS
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 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. Please note, standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed the following business day.
If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact Alexandra Gast at alexandra.gast@maryland.gov
Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline, it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions, as a result of technical difficulties, will be accepted.
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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.
