BIOLOGIST 1-3

LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness.

BIOLOGIST 1-3 HAMMOND REGION

This position is a Wildlife and Fisheries Biologist 1-3 Career Progression Group position that receives direct supervision from a Biologist Supervisor based in the Hammond field office. The incumbent of this position will participate in activities that affect private lands in the region and statewide as needed. This position is responsible for providing technical assistance to landowners, inform landowners of federal programs and funds available for the enhancement of habitat on their lands. This position will work closely with agency counterparts, such as the Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and others in the enhancement of private lands habitat in the assigned area.   

Duties may include some or all of the following:

• Conducts field surveys, research projects, habitat development, user surveys, harvest surveys, and other techniques utilized in wildlife management
• Collects and provides data used in establishing management or research programs and setting harvest season dates and bag and size limits
• Participates in lethal and nonlethal collection and sampling of wildlife species for management, research, and nuisance response/control
• Works with regional staff and species programs in managed deer hunts, other wildlife species surveys, and in general wildlife management
• Performs other duties as directed and necessary for the agency to accomplish its mission  

POSITION- SPECIFIC DETAILS:

Physical demands: Moderate to strenuous physical exertion is required for such activities as climbing, lifting objects over 50 pounds, crouching or crawling in restricted areas or in inclement weather.  Weekend work, overnight stay, and early morning departure is required, as well as day and night work in boats and airboats is required.

Work Location: This position will be domiciled in Tangipahoa Parish. 

Appointment Type: Job appointment, probational appointment, promotional, or detail to special duty.

If filled as a job appointment, there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a probational appointment should funding become available. Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected. 

Career Progression:  This position may be filled as a Biologist 1, 2, or 3.

BIOLOGIST 1

BIOLOGIST 2

BIOLOGIST 3

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp

HOW TO APPLY

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 
 
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification. A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire. 

If you are applying for a position which requires a bachelor's and/or master’s degree you may apply 90 days prior to receipt of your degree, however, the effective date of the appointment cannot be prior to your graduation date.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT:
Cassandra Louis

Department of Wildlife & Fisheries- Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge, LA 70898
clouis@wlf.la.gov

Salary : $3,181 - $5,724