Wildlife Biologist 9-P11 - Habitat Biologist - Baraga

Wildlife Biologist 9-P11 - Habitat Biologist - Baraga Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4686764) Apply  Wildlife Biologist 9-P11 - Habitat Biologist - Baraga Salary $24.30 - $40.95 Hourly Location Baraga, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Job Number 7501-24-WILD-142 Department Natural Resources Opening Date 10/09/2024 Closing Date 10/23/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU) Description Benefits Questions Job Description The primary functions of this position are to plan wildlife management activities on public and private lands in the Baraga work unit which includes Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw, Gogebic and Ontonagon Counties in the western Upper Peninsula, as well as overseeing the implementation of those plans. The Biologist will also oversee the planning and operations of the Sturgeon River Sloughs Wildlife Management Area, Baraga Plains WMA, multiple Grouse Enhanced Management Systems, and various habitat project areas. This position will plan, conduct, and coordinate with the Wildlife Technician: various wildlife population surveys; nuisance wildlife complaints / response; wildlife disease surveillance; species management regulation recommendations; public engagement and outreach; and annual budget / plan of work development and administration. This position is unique in that it will require frequent engagement with agricultural producers around wolf depredation complaints and mitigation. This position will utilize the document "Guiding Principles and Strategies (GPS)" for setting strategic direction in planning efforts and in setting work priorities. Position will need to complete chemical immobilization and firearm training and maintain certifications and be included in the DART drug testing pool. Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Baraga Bio PD final 80924 (1).pdf) Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in natural resource science or biological science with at least 8 semester (12 term) credits in wildlife biology and 16 semester (24 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: botany, ecology, ecosystem management, entomology, natural resources GIS applications, mammalogy, ornithology, wildlife management, zoology, conservation biology, human dimensions of fish and wildlife management, evolutionary biology, forest resources, environmental science, or natural resources law and policy. Experience Wildlife Biologist 9 No specific type or amount is required. Wildlife Biologist 10 One year of professional experience carrying out wildlife biology assignments equivalent to a Wildlife Biologist 9. Wildlife Biologist P11 Two years of professional experience carrying out wildlife biology assignments equivalent to a Wildlife Biologist, including one year equivalent to a Wildlife Biologist 10. Additional Requirements and Information Please attach a cover letter, resume, official college transcripts, three professional references and a response to the attached writing assignment (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Baraga Bio Attached Writing Assignment Requirement Final.docx) to your application. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, writing assignment and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. 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Updated: 2/28/24 01 WILDBIO - Do you possess a bachelor's degree in natural resource science or biological science with at least 8 semester (12 term) credits in wildlife biology and 16 semester (24 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: botany, ecology, ecosystem management, entomology, natural resources GIS applications, mammalogy, ornithology, wildlife management, zoology, conservation biology, human dimensions of fish and wildlife management, evolutionary biology, forest resources, environmental science, or natural resources law and policy? Please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. Yes No 02 WILDBIO - Please select your level of experience. None At least one year of professional experience carrying out wildlife biology assignments. At least two years of professional experience carrying out wildlife biology assignments equivalent to a Wildlife Biologist. At least three years of professional experience carrying out wildlife biologist assignments equivalent to a Wildlife Biologist, including one year equivalent to a Wildlife Biologist P11 or a Research Biologist P11 with wildlife emphasis. 03 Please indicate the highest level of education that you have achieved. Note: a level of education higher than the minimum requirement does not necessarily equate to higher qualification standard. Bachelor of Science (B. S.) Master of Science (M. S.) Philosophical Degree (Ph. D.) 04 If you answered that you have a bachelor's degree or higher, is your degree in any natural resources management track (wildlife biology/ecology, general resource management, conservation biology, etc.)? Yes No 05 What is your experience in assisting with the preparation and development of natural resources and/or habitat management planning efforts? If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 06 What is your level of experience with on-the-ground habitat management for the benefit of wildlife? If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 07 Has any of your prior work experience included responding to calls and/or providing information to the public on topics related to human-wildlife interactions and nuisance wildlife issues? If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 08 Please select all computer programs that you have experience and are comfortable using as part of your daily work: (If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience.) Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Teams ArcGIS 10.X/ArcGIS Pro 09 Experience entering and manipulating data in any spreadsheet program. If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 10 Extent of experience and assistance with the preparation, development, and dissemination of written reports, plans, and written correspondence with colleagues and the public. If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 11 Extent of experience and assistance with the preparation, development, and dissemination of written reports, plans, and written correspondence with colleagues and the public. If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 12 Extent of experience interacting in-person or over the phone with the public on natural resources topics and issues. If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 13 Extent of your experience in providing informational presentations to audiences of varying levels of knowledge on natural resources topics and issues. If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 14 Extent of experience with developing, managing, or administering a formal work budget. If you have answered that you do have this experience, please make sure that your application materials reflect the experience. I have not had education, training, or experience performing this task. I have had education and/or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed that task on the job. (Equivalent to 0-1 years of experience) I have performed this task on the job, but my work was monitored closely by my supervisor to ensure compliance with proper procedure. (Equivalent to 1-2 years of experience) This task has been a regular part of my job and I have completed it without the supervision of my supervisor. (Equivalent to 3+ years of experience) 15 QOL - Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) Yes No 16 Do you currently, or have you previously, worked for the State of Michigan or the Department of Natural Resources? Yes No Required Question Agency State of Michigan Department Natural Resources Address 525 West Allegan Lansing, Michigan, 48909 Phone 517-284-5014 Website https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/careers Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email