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Job Description
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 PROGRAM MANAGER- DEER PROGRAM MANAGER
This position is responsible for statewide deer program management. The incumbent will be the lead for deer management and research in the state. The position requires regular field travel, overnight stay, participation in regional Southeastern working groups, lifting objects over 50 pounds, wildlife necropsy, and operation of off-road vehicles. A bachelor's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus seven 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 six 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 five years of the required specialized experience. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .
Job Duties:
Duties may include some or all of the following: Administer and manage the statewide deer program with a focus on white-tailed deer health, habitat management, harvest coordination, and research Will collaborate with local and state governments, universities, and other NGOs Will evaluate range and habitat conditions, oversee accomplishment of population and habitat surveys, including deer browse and deer collections Responsible for disease and parasite surveillance Conduct deer data and perform research to inform policy and season recommendations Supervise biologist specialists within the Deer program
Position-Specific Information:
Appointment Type:
This is a promotional opportunity open only to permanent employees of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. The position requires regular field travel, overnight stays, participation in regional Southeastern working groups, lifting objects weighing over 50 pounds, wildlife necropsy, and operating off-road vehicles. This is a statewide position that will be domiciled in one of the following LDWF field offices: Minden, Lake Charles, Monroe, Hammond, Pineville OR Lafayette. Domicile will be determined upon selection of the candidate.
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 that requires a baccalaureate and/or master's degree, you may apply 90 days before 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
