This is a supervisory position in the Western Region of the Fisheries Division within Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW). The position is responsible for providing supervision, guidance, and direction consistent with NDOW programs, planning direction and policies. Incumbent supervises up to five Fisheries Division field biologist and technician positions and oversees a workforce of part-time seasonal employees. Incumbent implements regional work programs for sport fisheries, native aquatic species, and aquatic invasive species management programs. Coordinates closely with fish hatchery personnel on regional stocking plans and timelines. Assists in development of and manages implementation and budgets for Federal Aid Sport Fish Restoration grants and other Federal and non-Federal grants; develops annual work programs for fisheries and non-game aquatic species projects; monitors for compliance of projects with State and Federal guidelines. Develops and coordinates implementation of conservation and recovery projects for Federally listed and state protected aquatic wildlife species. Coordinates with and develops and implements cooperative projects and programs to benefit aquatic species and habitats with multiple Federal, State and private partners.
Biologists conduct fisheries, wildlife, botanical and/or habitat management projects and research studies including data collection, analysis and interpretation; develop and implement project proposals and work plans; prepare recommendations; and participate in public relations activities.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, wildlife management or closely related field and four years of professional experience in wildlife, fisheries or habitat management; OR one year of experience as a Biologist III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Supervise and participate in wildlife, botanical and habitat studies to protect and preserve the State’s wildlife and natural resources; conduct wildlife surveys and inventories to determine a population’s composition, productivity, reproductive status and condition in order to develop recommendations regarding hunting seasons, stocking practices and bag limits or determine conservation status.
Organize and implement fish, wildlife, botanical and habitat surveys; identify survey areas and schedule required personnel, equipment and supplies; collect data using a variety of techniques and equipment such as field observation, helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft, electroshocking, population marking, tagging, angler/hunter questionnaires, bag checks and creel surveys.
Analyze data by applying mathematical and statistical formulas to calculate population status; prepare species distribution and density maps; evaluate trend data and document the status and management needs of fish, wildlife, botanical and habitat resources; prepare species and habitat management recommendations and technical reports.
Provide survey data and analysis as input to land management planning processes; review and evaluate established and proposed land, water and resource use documents; prepare correspondence and technical reports concerning the issues and consequences of proposed actions; appear before regulatory, governing and advisory boards and commissions to explain and defend the agency’s position and answer questions.
Manipulate fish and wildlife populations and habitats by introducing species into suitable habitats consistent with biological and social constraints; bait and trap, tranquilize, radio collar or band wildlife and transport to selected locations; modify habitats in order to meet resource needs and associated uses; monitor released animals to assess project results.
Investigate and assess damage caused by wildlife upon private property and public lands; recommend appropriate courses of action to mitigate or resolve the problem.
Draft species management plans; develop season and harvest recommendations and implement related regulations; analyze and evaluate data, reports and proposals; make program recommendations in accordance with consumptive, non-consumptive and recreational needs of the public and the preservation of wildlife resources and habitats.
Coordinate State and regional level activities with other federal and State agencies, special interest groups and the public; represent the department and provide information to the public and governmental entities; make presentations; appear before governmental and regulatory bodies; prepare press releases and interact with the media; may serve on committees for the Board of Wildlife Commissioners.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under general supervision, incumbents direct the operation of wildlife programs involving game, non-game, fish, botanical, and habitat within a region, in addition to performing the duties outlined above.
This is the supervisory level in this series. Incumbents train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; identify training needs and ensure proficiency in required areas; prepare work performance standards; assign and review work; provide technical expertise to regional personnel and others, and coordinate with other divisional supervisors in the region for effective agency operations. They also perform administrative duties such as authorizing purchases, allocating funds and monitoring budgets, develop, monitor and administer grants, oversee equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements as well as policies and procedures. In addition, they prepare, review and edit job progress reports, incident reports, input reports, project evaluations, grant applications, and letters.
This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
Working knowledge of: fish, wildlife and habitat management activities including surveys, population analysis, and data analysis.
General knowledge of: scheduling personnel and equipment to accomplish and report results of wildlife surveys and inventory; basic principles of training and supervision.
Recruiter Contact Information: Kristin Bowling - [email protected]
