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APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$73,309.68 to
$109,640.88
PAY GRADE: 38
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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Under general direction, Wildlife Staff Specialists perform program research, planning, analysis and evaluation; draft proposed legislation, policies, procedures and regulations related to wildlife management programs and activities throughout the State.
This position provides guidance and direction to Regional Divisional Supervisors and their respective staff across NDOW in the Statewide Technical Guidance Program. The Program involves coordination in land-use planning at federal, state, county and local levels, including through the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Resource and Forest Management Plans, Conservation Planning, as well as through federal and state rule-making, lands bills, and other programs/initiatives. The position is responsible for securing funding through federal grants, grant management, review and approval of external program communications, and coordination with other Divisions for technical accuracy on wildlife resources. This position provides primary contact and coordination with federal land management agencies, state resource agencies and local agencies as needed. The position also is involved in habitat restoration and enhancement programs, administration of the NDOW Energy Review Program, and management of fish and wildlife mitigation fund programs.
To apply for the recruitment, you will need to submit application online at: https://nvapps.state.nv.us. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to 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 wildlife management, biology or closely related field and four years of professional experience that included organizing, planning and completing wildlife management studies, writing technical reports and preparing species or land use management plans and recommendations related to wildlife management; OR one year as a Biologist III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. |
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A valid drivers license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. |
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1) Do you have experience with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)? If so, please describe.
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2) Do you have experience with land use planning through Resource or Forest Management Plans? Please describe.
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3) Do you have any experience with federal grant proposals and/or management? If so, please provide your level of experience.
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4) Describe your experience coordinating with federal, state, tribal, and/or local governmental agencies, as well as with NGOs.
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