Description of Work

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission Mission Statement is to conserve North Carolina’s wildlife resources and their habitats and provide programs and opportunities that allow hunters, anglers, boaters and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy wildlife-associated recreation. The Commission is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of N.C. fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws. The NCWRC employs over 700 full-time staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, customer service, information technology, and administrative professionals.
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission’s Wildlife Management Division monitors the health and status of wildlife populations, developing and administering programs for their management and wise use and, when necessary, helping to resolve human-wildlife interactions in a manner assuring a diverse wildlife resource for future generations of North Carolinians. The division provides services in a variety of ways, including providing technical guidance to landowners wanting to manage wildlife on their lands and monitoring the health and status of wildlife populations.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking applicants for a Waterfowl Biologist (Conservation Biologist I). The Waterfowl Biologist is an integral position within the Wildlife Management Division’s Game & Furbearer Program. The Program’s mission is to 1) ensure the long-term viability and sustained harvest of 70 game and furbearer species by providing the best possible scientific information on the status and management of each species and its habitats so that regulations and management are based on objective data; and 2) participate in planning and coordination of management directives based on sound science.
The Waterfowl Biologist conducts population surveys and monitoring, research, and other projects as directed by the Migratory Game Bird Coordinator to collect the biological data that are crucial to support and inform regulatory and management decisions for waterfowl in the Atlantic Flyway and North Carolina. As directed, the Waterfowl Biologist works with biologists from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S Department of Agriculture, U.S. Geological Survey, Atlantic Flyway member states, non-government organizations, and WRC staff to ensure accurate field data are collected in North Carolina in support of various collaborative projects being conducted for regulation and management of waterfowl at state, regional, and continental scales.
The Waterfowl Biologist maintains and keeps current all biological datasets collected during waterfowl population surveys, monitoring, and research, and forwards data and prepares reports and presentations as requested. The Waterfowl Biologist will provide technical assistance to private landowners implementing projects to enhance habitats for waterfowl and will provide technical assistance as it relates to waterfowl species and programs to WRC staff and the public. The Waterfowl Biologist purchases, inventories, and maintains all equipment and supplies for conducting waterfowl population surveys, monitoring, research, and other program activities as needed.
A Monday-Friday schedule is associated with this position which involves working 40 hours per week (specific times set by manager). Evening and weekend work may be required on occasion. This position also requires frequent in-state and out-of-state travel with occasional overnight stays. Position will be based out of the Edenton Wildlife Depot located in Edenton, NC (Chowan County).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Documented knowledge of the principles and techniques of wildlife management and wildlife habitat management.
• Documented experience using personal computers and software programs.

• Experience in wildlife or habitat management.

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 90 days of hire.

• The ability to work outdoors requiring physical stamina for prolonged periods of time and in adverse conditions.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or a biological science, or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in wildlife or fisheries management;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some positions require coursework in forestry.

Supplemental and Contact Information

* PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THE OSHR JOB SEEKERS WEBSITE *
All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NeoGov Online Job Application System located on the Office of State Human Resources “Work for NC” website (http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/ ) for the State of North Carolina.
If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627.
*The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is committed to maintaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion. NCWRC strives to ensure that all employment practices are implemented in a manner that is equitable to all applicants and employees.
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax reference the contact information below. All applicants should indicate the position number and job title in the section "Jobs Applied For".
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 Form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with your application.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference (to include North Carolina Army National Guard & North Carolina Air National Guard) must attach a copy of the NGB 23A (RPAS) or a copy of the DD256 or NGB 22 along with your application.
All Required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form. Applications stating "See Attached Resume" or including an embedded text resume will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
*Degrees must be received from institutions appropriately accredited by the U.S. Department of Education*
If you have started a college degree program but have not completed it – please document the number of Semester CREDIT HOURS you have completed in the Education section of your application.
*State Employee Benefits*
We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Learn more about employee resources, safety, health and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by visiting the NC OSHR website... https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits
*Employment Eligibility*
It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).
*For More Information*
For more information about the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, visit the WRC website… https://www.ncwildlife.org/
CONTACT INFORMATION:
NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Human Resources Office
Phone: 919-707-0101
Fax: 919-707-0108