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Wildlife Biologist
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Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
- Harper & Woods Counties, Oklahoma, USA
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2 years ago
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Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
Wildlife Biologist
- Jobs | Early Career
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Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
- Harper & Woods Counties, Oklahoma, USA
- Posted
2 years ago
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Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
Overview
Announcement Date: | 11/22/2021 | Closing Date: | 12/5/2021 |
Job Type: | External | ||
Position: | Wildlife Biologist | ||
Division: | WILDLIFE | ||
Location: | Cimarron Bluff & Cimarron Hills WMAs, *Harper & Woods Counties, Oklahoma *Domicile must be approved by immediate supervisor. | ||
Salary | $46,807.78 / Yearly | ||
+ Excellent State Benefits program. |
Position: Wildlife Biologist
Division: Wildlife Location: Cimarron Bluff & Cimarron Hills WMAs, *Harper & Woods Counties, Oklahoma *Domicile must be approved by immediate supervisor. Salary: $46, 807.78 / Yearly SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Under supervision of the Regional or Research Supervisor, participates in the development of both short and long range wildlife management and research projects. Is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the successful completion of assigned projects within predetermined guidelines. Must be familiar with the principles and procedures of wildlife management and research. Supervise both full time and temporary employees. Accurately observe, record, and analyze scientific data and prepare and submit detailed reports. Serve as advisor or Department representative in areas of special expertise. May have extensive contact with a variety of public and private individuals and groups. May be required to become certified as a Reserve Officer and participate in inter-divisional training program. Conduct audio and visual wildlife surveys, day/night. Plant food plots, mow, build/repair fences, road maintenance, and control or eliminate nuisance species.
JOB DUTIES: Participate in planning, development, coordination and implementation of wildlife research and management projects. Assist in establishing project goals and participate in the development of the Division objectives. Interpret policies to subordinates and interested public. Develop or implement existing procedures for accomplishing assigned projects. Assist with the development of management or research plans which include definition of proposed projects, specifications, time schedules, expenses, equipment, supplies and personnel needed to complete the projects. Prepare and submit annual project budgets including salaries, equipment, supplies, maintenance, etc. for assigned projects. Schedule work to be completed by contractors, cooperators, or subordinates during appropriate time of year to meet project objectives. Establish liaison and work closely with intergovernmental agencies and groups of private and public landowners. Assist in conducting public hearings on season, regulations and other Department actions. Present programs to local civic, educational, youth, professional, sportsmen and environmental groups. Review professional wildlife management literature to stay abreast of advances in the professional wildlife management field. Conduct surveys of assigned species of wildlife or plants and hunter success surveys on assigned species of wildlife. Assist in supervision and management of hunting seasons and controlled hunts as directed. Assist in selecting and establishing hunter check stations and assist in supervising the operation of the stations. Operate check stations as required. Conduct habitat surveys to evaluate grazing or browsing pressure, habitat quality, and potential for production of various wildlife species. Make recommendations on management and other non-wildlife uses. May perform other duties, management, or non-management, as assigned by Supervisor. Must have the ability to:
REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: Requires a Bachelor’s degree, or higher, in Wildlife Management or closely related field from an accredited college or university. EXPERIENCE: No previous experience is required. Experience with GIS applications is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Must have knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of wildlife management. Understand basic farming operations and equipment use and basic supervision principles. Must have skills in exercising good judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions. Be proficient in use of computers and various software applications. Please apply online. |
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How to Apply: | |||
Must apply online using Department application. Contact the Human Resource Office with questions: Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, 1801 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73105 (405) 521-4640. Full time employees must submit a Letter of Application to the Human Resource Office. A list of current openings can be found on the Department website at www.wildlifedepartment.com. Applications will be reviewed and the best qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a background check and a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use before appointment. Appointment to this position will be contingent upon a negative drug test result. Must be a U. S. Citizen or Alien authorized to work in the United States. | |||
Application for Employment | |||
The Department will make all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, terminations, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on grounds of age, race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or other factors which cannot be lawfully used as the basis for an employment decision. A person who feels he or she may have been discriminated against should write: HR Administrator, Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, P.O. Box 53465, Oklahoma City, OK 73152. |
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