APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$45,560.16 to
$67,692.96
PAY GRADE: 35
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
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Work Type: A Permanent, full time vacancy |
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Department: Wildlife |
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Division: Habitat |
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Location: Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson |
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Job Class Code:
01.729
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Announcement Number: 23218
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Open to all qualified persons. |
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Posted
10/10/2014
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Close Date:
11/21/2014
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Recruiter:
KRISTIN
BOWLING
Phone: (775)688-1522
Email: klbowling@ndow.org
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Applications accepted
for another Expired
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Biologists conduct fisheries, wildlife and/or habitat management projects and research studies including data collection, analysis and interpretation; develop and implement project proposals and work plans; prepare recommendations; and participate in public relations activities.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.
The Biologist III attains knowledge of regional natural waters for determining the need for and placement of wildlife water developments to achieve goals & strategies without adverse impacts to existing ecological values. Duties include project planning and construction coordination by working closely with appropriate land management agencies for obtaining necessary clearances and approvals; plans, budgets and coordinates schedules of and participates in aerial surveys associated with new water development projects and maintenance inspections of existing units. In doing so, the Biologist III will: work-out logistics of project-related activities by coordinating materials purchases and deliveries, share information, and perform construction and maintenance of wildlife water developments with NDOW crews, volunteers, and/or contractors involved; demonstrate proficiency in supervising two Wildlife Area Technicians; track, document, and prepare reports and summaries of field activities and program accomplishments, including annual Grant Performance Reports; assists in updating NDOW's water development database; builds on professional skills and state-of-the-art knowledge by staying current with scientific-based and trade publications and attending workshops and conferences as opportunities arise; and, represent NDOW and the Water Development Program at remote work sites in the company of volunteers and during meetings with federal, state and local agencies, and NGO's like the Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn, Nevada Bighorns Unlimited, Mule Deer Foundation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and Wildlife and Habitat Improvement of Nevada.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, wildlife management or closely related field and three years of professional wildlife management experience such as conducting research studies including data collection, analysis and interpretation; development and implementation of project proposals for fisheries, wildlife and/or habitat management projects; OR two years of experience as a Biologist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
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Work may be performed under adverse weather conditions and include extensive walking under difficult conditions in remote and/or primitive locations. |
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Working on occasional nights and/or weekends may be required. |
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Specialized experience may be required and will be identified at the time of recruitment. |
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Statewide travel and outdoor work is required. |
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A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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Experience with interpreting locations and/or navigating using topographic maps and a hand-held Geographic Positioning System (GPS). |
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The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. |
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1) Do you have intermediate Level experience with computer applications (such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and/or Powerpoint)? If so, please describe your experience.
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2) Do you have experience with GIS software?
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