About This Job
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 DCL-A
Biologist position assigned to manage and deliver the Statewide Shooting Range Grant Development Program.
This position is responsible for providing additional public recreational shooting opportunities through the operation and management of the LDWF Target Range Grant program. This program is designed to develop new public shooting range facilities and expand existing facilities in Louisiana. Incumbent secures and manages federal grant funding in support of this and related programs. Identifies and recruits organizations to execute partnerships to construct, expand, and operate public shooting ranges. Serves as the department’s expert and advisor to agency staff and the public regarding shooting range development and operations.
Hunter Education Program / Shooting Range Partnership Coordinator
The incumbent serves as the department’s expert and advisor to agency staff and the public regarding shooting range development and operations. Wildlife conservation programs of the department are largely funded by recreational shooters and hunters. Providing additional recreational shooting opportunities through the development of new shooting ranges and expansion of existing shooting ranges promotes the “user pays, user benefits” North American Model of Conservation.
This job is designated as a Dual Career Ladder (DCL) due to the performance of high-level and complex duties as well as possession of advanced specialized skills. This position will report directly to the Education Program Manager.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Background in firearm safety
- Background in grants management
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting
- Ability to communicate professionally, orally and in writing
- Ability to problem solve
- Possesses a strong work ethic
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus four years of experience in wildlife or fisheries, forestry, or environmental science; OR
A non-thesis master's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus three years of the required specialized experience; OR
A master's degree with a completed thesis or a doctorate in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus two years of the required specialized experience.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
JOB DUTIES
Job Duties and Other Information
Some of the Essential Duties of this Position Include the Following:
- Develop, apply for, and manage grants to secure and provide funds for the development and expansion of shooting ranges in Louisiana
- Proactively identify and recruit potential partners to create and expanding recreational shooting opportunities
- Work with department staff and partners to develop and implement agreements resulting in the construction of new, or expansion of existing, shooting ranges in Louisiana
- Administer grants and associated programs effectively to ensure target objectives are met
- Provide strategies and potential funding sources to assist individual ranges in meeting range objectives
POSITION- SPECIFIC DETAILS:
- This position may be located anywhere statewide. The location may be determined when a candidate is selected.
Appointment Type: Job appointment, probational appointment, promotional, or detail to special duty.
Supplemental Qualifications:
Four years of experience in one or a combination of the following:
- Grants Management
- Shooting Range Operations
- Hunter/Wildlife/Shooting sports education
- Wildlife policy/Regulations development.
HOW TO APPLY
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. 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 which 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
clouis@wlf.la.gov
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to
make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
- Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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