Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleBiologist 2 (Wildlife)

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Genesee

Street Address Iroquois Field Office

City Basom

StateNY

Zip Code14013

Job Specifics

Duties Description 1.Co-manage Region 8 Wildlife program. Specifically, provide direction and guidance to the Region 8 Wildlife Program staff in the Iroquois and Northern Montezuma offices and the non-game wildlife staff in Avon office. This involves supervising a unit currently composed of 3 biologist 1, 3 permanent technicians (FWT2 & FWT 3) and up to 4 seasonal (FWT1/FWT2) technicians spread across 3 office locations in the region. Manager prepares work plans, budgets and compiles reports necessary to meet program deadlines. Coordinates closely with Administrative Assistant on seasonal hiring/spending plan and all other staff hiring processes.

2.Develop and maintain liaison with cooperating agencies and other programs within the Department to carry out the objectives of the Wildlife Program. Maintain through periodic contacts, a good working relationship with USFWS, NRCS, Soil & Water Conservation Districts, Cornell Cooperative Extension, county governments, Fish & Wildlife Management Board, and other DEC region 8 program units.

3.Supervise staff in a manner that makes optimum use of existing skills and assist them in improving their level of knowledge and abilities. Ensure staff complete mandatory trainings, and other appropriate training as available. Periodically meet with staff, individually and collectively to discuss work priorities and assignments. Assign work in an effective and objective manner. Make responsibilities clear to staff, holding them appropriately accountable through timely and constructive employee evaluations.

4.Provide input and review of state and national policies and programs as they relate to wildlife resources and their uses. Initiate comments and respond to requested review of issues as they relate to management of wildlife resources. Attend committee meetings and participate as requested.

5.Coordinate wetland and grassland habitat management activities for Region 8 Wildlife Management Areas. R8 currently has 24 WMAs encompassing varying in size from 0.25 acres to over 10,000 acres with active management occurring on most of them in the form of impoundment management, timber harvest, grassland mowing, or agricultural contracts. Continue coordination with involved partners including USFWS, Audubon, Ducks Unlimited, SWCDs, Friends of Montezuma Wetland Complex and different land trusts in acquiring additional WMA lands and completing management projects.

6.Evaluation and management of impacts as they relate to non-game wildlife. In conjunction with program staff, needs to be able to evaluate the potential for projects to impact T/E species to assess the need for a Part 182 Incidental Take Permit. There is also the need to assess potential of management decisions and/or proposed changes to regulations with regard to impacts to wildlife populations, including the ability to manage overabundant and/or invasive species.

7.The Biologist 2 needs to have a broad understanding of the full breadth of the wildlife management issues and work that are occurring in the region, so that they can raise issues to higher level in the region or the Bureau as needed, and/or respond to inquiries in a timely fashion.

8.Coordinate with Avon Biologist 2 to ensure that overall Region 8 Wildlife Program functions as a cohesive unit as there will be shared direction of field staff across the focus programs for each Biologist 2.

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
or

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
or

Transfer Eligible under Section 70.1 - One year of permanent competitive service as a Biologist 2 (Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine) or (Wildlife), SG23.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 30 pounds.
Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Karen Price

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #26-213661 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. Provide a copy of your college transcript with your reply. Unofficial copy is acceptable.