LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness.
BIOLOGIST 1-3/ WILDLIFE DIVERSITY PROGRAM
This Botanist position will fulfill dual roles as Wildlife Diversity Program (WDP) and Kisatchie National Forest field botanist.
This botanist position will fulfill dual roles as Wildlife Diversity Program (WDP) and Kisatchie National Forest field botanist, and will work primarily in the Winn, Catahoula, and Caney Ranger Districts with additional WDP work focused in north Louisiana. This position will conduct field inventories for rare plants and natural communities and will contribute to habitat stewardship implementation projects. There will be routine interaction with the United States Forest Service and other public and private landowners.
Biologist 1 – 3 Wildlife Diversity Program Botanist. The incumbent serves as an experienced field botanist. This successful candidate will routinely interact with the United States Forest Service and other public and private landowners.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
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Highly experienced in field botany
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Experienced in survey methodology, plant identification, taxonomy, and specimen preparation
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Background in mapping software
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Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting
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Ability to communicate professionally, orally, and in writing
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Possesses a strong work ethic
A bachelor’s degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources.
JOB DUTIES
Duties may include some or all of the following:
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Surveys proposed project areas for USFS-designated threatened, endangered, sensitive, and conservation (TESC) plants; nonnative and invasive plant species; and high quality natural communities
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Collects biological, physical, and geospatial data; compiles and analyzes field data; and enters data into appropriate federal and state databases
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Collects, identifies, and curates biological specimens
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Assist in management of nonnative and invasive plants
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Designs, develops, and implements projects concerning resource management with emphasis on rare, threatened, and endangered plant species and rare or otherwise outstanding natural communities
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Determines habitat requirements, geographic range, life history, limiting factors, etc. for at-risk species
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Develops recommendations for management or recovery strategies
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Trains personnel in proper techniques to gather scientific data
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Ensures results of surveys are entered into Wildlife Diversity Program database
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Fully participates in planning and implementation of the Louisiana Wildlife Action Plan
POSITION- SPECIFIC DETAILS:
This position will be domiciled in Rapies Parish.
Appointment Type: Job appointment, probational appointment, promotional, or detail to special duty.
If filled as a job appointment, there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a probational appointment should funding become available. Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected.
Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is advertised as a Biologist 1, 2 or 3. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. Please click on the below links to learn more about this position.
BIOLOGIST 1
BIOLOGIST 2
BIOLOGIST 3
HOW TO APPLY
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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). Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification. A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
If you are applying for a position that requires a baccalaureate and/or master’s degree, you may apply 90 days prior to receipt of your degree; however, the effective date of the appointment cannot be prior to your graduation date.
Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) 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
https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT:
Cassandra Louis
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries- Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge, LA 70898
[email protected]
