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APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$41,572.08 to
$61,011.36
PAY GRADE: 30
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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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 perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This position will have program focus to accelerate Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) Farm Bill Conservation Program participation and the delivery of conservation technical assistance that are of mutual conservation interest to both the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) and NRCS.
This program is a cooperative undertaking between both NDOW and NRCS to provide financial and technical assistance in wildlife habitat improvement activities to landowners, residents, and organizations within the State of Nevada. The combined resources of NDOW and NRCS will result in the enhancement, restoration, and protection of upland and wetland wildlife habitat along with forest and range resources in the state. This position will meet with private landowners to explain, promote, and prepare proposals for potential funding programs. Also the position will facilitate interagency assistance between NDOW and NRCS to utilize the local expertise of NDOW biologists who specialize in specific species and habitats, as appropriate to specific project proposals. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
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; OR graduation from high school and two years of technical wildlife management or fisheries experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and professional experience in conducting research studies; data collection, analysis and interpretation; and development and implementation of project proposals for fisheries, wildlife and/or habitat management projects. |
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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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A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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Experience presenting information to private landowners, public agencies, and the general public is required. |
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1) Please describe your experience and skill level with Microsoft Word and Excel.
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2) Please describe your GIS experience.
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3) Please describe your experience and knowledge of NRCS/Farm Bill programs.
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