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NATURAL RESOURCES BIOLOGIST II

Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Coordinator

Recruitment #22-003121-0002

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Introduction

Natural Resources Biologist II

Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Coordinator

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Tawes State Office Building

580 Taylor Ave., E-1
Annapolis, MD 21401

Main Purpose of Job

The Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife and Heritage Service is seeking interested candidates for a full time Natural Resources Biologist II. The position will be responsible for coordination and implemention of the State's Hunter Retention & Recruitment strategic plan. This position will work closely with staff from various agencies and stakeholder groups and will be responsible for implementing hunter recruitment, retention and reactivation programs including, but not limited to: National Hunting and Fishing Day, Maryland Hunting & Shooting Sports Outreach Programs, and Mentored Youth Hunts on a statewide basis. The selected candidate will be responsible for creating videos, social media content and general communications related to hunting in Maryland. The selected candidate will also enjoy the opportunity to work in the field assisting with wildlife sampling, population studies, and field work. This is a great opportunity for someone with superb communication skills who is interested in promoting Maryland’s wildlife and hunting and trapping in Maryland while enjoying the benefits of being outdoors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Four years of professional experience conducting research and analysis in the fields of biology, biochemistry, environmental science, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology, physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management or zoology and two years of experience in performing professional biological work in the field of natural resources management.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental aquaculture, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology or physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management, zoology, or a natural resources management related field of study from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in performing professional biological work in the field of natural resources management for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute graduate education beyond a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a natural resources related field of study as described above at the rate of 15 graduate credit hours for one year of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the natural resources management and biological sciences classifications or natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the wildlife biology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience creating videos related to hunter recruitment, retention and reactivation programs.
Experience promoting hunter recruitment, retention and reactivation programs and initiatives.
Experience evaluating hunter recruitment and reactivation programs and initiatives.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Report all experience and education that is related to this position. Relevant college courses should be listed on the application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you provide all the experience and education related to this position completely and accurately.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Courtney Blackistone at courtney.blackistone@maryland.gov.

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