Biologist Supervisor Lacombe St. Tammany at State of Louisiana

About this Job The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the states renewable natural resources including all wildlife and aquatic life. LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science accurate information and technology. The Office of Fisheries exists to ensure that aquatic resources are sustainable for present and future generations of Louisiana citizens by providing access and scientific management.This position is domiciled in Lacombe Louisiana serving as a supervisor of lower level biologists and/or technical staff in a workgroup that gathers and analyzes data to monitor preserve manage and enhance freshwater fishery and habitat resources. Broad supervision is received from a higher level biologist manager.IDEAL CANDIDATE:Knowledge and strong understanding of fisheries management techniquesKnowledge and strong understanding of aquatic organisms and their habitatsKnowledge of various laboratory and field sampling equipment specifically in freshwater environmentsKnowledge of data collecting techniquesKnowledge and strong understanding of research and statistical methodsAbility to delegate tasks and effectively manage a large staffAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environmentAbility to effectively communicate both orally and in writingAbility to think analytically and problem-solvePossesses strong work ethic and initiativePossesses good interpersonal skillsMinimum Qualifications A bachelors degree in a biological science marine science environmental science wildlife or fisheries animal science forestry or natural resources plus four years of experience in wildlife or fisheries forestry or environmental science; ORA non-thesis masters degree in a biological science marine science environmental science wildlife or fisheries animal science forestry or natural resources plus three years of the required specialized experience; ORA masters degree with a completed thesis or a doctorate in a biological science marine science environmental science wildlife or fisheries animal science forestry or natural resources plus two years of the required specialized experience.Job Specification The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:Supervises and establishes operational priorities for the organizational or work unit/geographical areaPerforms administrative functions in the area of responsibility including correspondence budget request inventory control fleet management purchasing equipment use and buildings and groundsManages personnel: recommends hiring promotions conducts performance reviews employee training counseling and discipline; approves time/attendance and leave requestsDirects fisheries aquatic vegetation and habitat monitoring production and/or research activities for species and habitats in the unit/area to gather data on species distribution and abundance and habitat qualityInvestigates fish kills oil spills hurricanes and other natural resource damage and assesses injury to populations and related habitatsSupervises projects to mitigate impacts of natural disasters on resources and fishing industriesEnsures quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) protocols for all data collectedDesigns implements and directs management and/or research projects related to status of or injuries to fisheries or related habitatsAnalyzes data prepares and presents technical and informational reports and recommends fisheries and habitat enhancement and conservation measures opening and closing of harvest seasons season extensions and special seasonsParticipates in state/local committees workgroups and taskforces to further resource management and fishing accessPresents technical and other fishery research and management information to: news media general public state and local elected officials seafood industry recreational fishers conservation organizations school and civic groups and private industryPosition-Specific Details:Appointment Type: Probational Appointment Job Appointment Detail to Special Duty Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency wide permanent status employees)Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression GroupCompensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experienceCurrent permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected. If filled as a Job Appointment there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a Probational Appointment should funding become available.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).Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.Contact Information: Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.O. Box 98000 Baton Rouge LA 70898 Pascha TurnerThe Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency 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 PDF reader)Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity EmployerRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Laboratory Experience,Transfection,Bioinformatics,DNA Isolation,Genetics,PCR,R,Biochemistry,Next Generation Sequencing,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Research Laboratory Experience Employment Type : Unclear Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 4458 - 8027