Natural Resources Biologist V- Two (2) vacancies

This is a position specific recruitment for the Department of Natural Resources, Fisheries Service and and Wildlife and Heritage Service.  This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies for this position/function only.  The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other state agencies. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year and may be extended. 

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Annapolis, MD (Anne Arundel County)

Fisheries

The Department of Natural Resources, In Annapolis, Maryland is currently accepting applications for two (2) Natural Resources Biologist V positions. One vacancy is with the Fisheries' Aquaculture Division. The selected candidate will manage the Field Operations Program within the Aquaculture Division by developing program goals and implementing specific operational strategies for conducting inspections for compliance with aquaculture laws and regulations and terms and conditions established in State/Federal permits and leases. The Incumbent will also provide recommendations to Division staff, based on their interaction with business owners, that are used to develop stakeholder supported policy decisions that facilitate the responsible development of the aquaculture industry.

Wildlife and Heritage Service

The second position is with the Wildlife and Heritage Service and will be responsible for managing all Information and Education Programs including the supervision of Information and Education staff and supported programs. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing communications including, press releases, social media, media inquires and website content. The successful candidate will coordinate new and existing hunter recruitment and retention programs and will spend significant time interacting and informing the press, public and peers about the work conducted by this Department of Natural Resources staff. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work in the field conducting sampling, wildlife population studies, wildlife emergency response and land management.

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

Experience: Six (6) years of experience in performing professional biological work in the field of natural resources management.

Notes: 

1. 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 may be substituted 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 credits for one year of the required experience for up to two years 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.   

For education obtained outside of the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalency evaluating members identified at http://www.naces.org/members.htm with the application. 

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualification(s).

Experience operating small vessels and in conducting regulatory compliance inspections is preferred for the vacancy with the Fisheries Service.
Experience implementing information and education programs is preferred for the vacancy with the Wildlife and Heritage Service.
Experience working with the media including social media is preferred for the vacancy with the Wildlife and Heritage Service.
Supervisory experience is preferred for both vacancies.

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.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment, and report all experience and education that is related to this position. You will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

This recruitment does not require any additional materials to be uploaded with the exception of the foreign degree evaluation (if applicable). Your qualifications will be assessed based on the information included on your submitted application.

Your application is part of the examination process. You will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. 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 that you provide all the experience and education that is related to this position completely and accurately.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online application is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is unavailable, you may submit a paper application to:

Department of Natural Resources

Human Resources

580 Taylor Avenue, C-3

Annapolis, MD 21401

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. The Human Resource Department is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Specific inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Khia Poteat (410) 260-8083

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.