NATURAL RESOURCES BIOLOGIST III
**Repost**
Recruitment #21-001000-0002
Department | DNR - Resource Assessment - Tidewater |
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Date Opened | 2/22/2022 10:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 3/8/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $47,881.00 - $76,432.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Crystal Wilson |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
POSITION DUTIES
The main purpose of this position is to support MANTA’s Benthic Monitoring Section. In this capacity, this position helps manage, coordinate, conduct and provide finished products for the Core/Trend Benthic Monitoring Program, Maryland Biological Stream Survey Program, Maryland Stream Waders Program and products provided to clients outside of DNR. The work of this position provides statewide coverage to assess ambient water quality and long-term changes in water quality based upon freshwater benthic macroinvertebrates. Specific duties include benthic sample processing and taxonomy, project management, and field collection of benthic macroinvertebrate samples.
Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours occasionally. Candidates must have a valid Driver’s License and be able to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, environmental science, 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.
Experience: Four years of experience in performing professional biological work in the field of natural resources management.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute additional 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 on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
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 experience for up to two years 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 and education.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet the minimum and selective qualifications to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
Two years of experience with laboratory identification of macroinvertebrate is required.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting environmental information – specifically as it relates to benthic macroinvertebrates.
Experience in biological sampling of aquatic ecosystems.
Ability to work independently and with others to efficiently complete assigned tasks.
Experience with identification of Chironomidae to genus.
Certified with Society for Freshwater Science in Eastern EPT and North American Chironomidae.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified.
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is 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 Crystal Wilson at crystal.wilson1@maryland.gov.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.