Wildlife Biologist 1

Are you looking for not only a job but an enjoyable career? If so, look no further! The Pennsylvania Game Commission is looking for a Wildlife Biologist 1 to provide field and technical support for the Bureau of Wildlife Management in the Northeast Region. Join us in our mission of managing and protecting wildlife and their habitats while promoting hunting and trapping for current and future generations. If you have the required experience and wish to explore a rewarding career that offers the opportunity to share your skills while earning a great salary, we encourage you to apply today!

As a Wildlife Biologist 1, you will provide field and technical support for the implementation of Bureau of Wildlife Management (BWM) and Region programs. You will work as part of a fully functional wildlife management team with shared BWM program support among wildlife management supervisor, wildlife biologist 1, wildlife technician, bio-aide, and intern positions. You will have the opportunity to work as a team to achieve the goals and objectives identified in the agency's strategic plan, BWM Species management plans, and the Wildlife Action Plan.

Within this role, you will be responsible for performing professional wildlife management work while implementing, evaluating, and communicating wildlife research and management. This includes, but is not limited to wildlife population monitoring, habitat conservation and management, wildlife response to management, wildlife impact assessment, wildlife planning, and wildlife health monitoring. You will also be providing wildlife management expertise and technical assistance at the regional level. Lastly, you will ensure projects, surveys, and plan development follow established guidelines, meet expected deadlines, and provide maximum benefits to wildlife.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, home headquartered
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Alternate work schedule may be available.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of experience conducting wildlife management research, including one year in a professional capacity, and thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, animal or plant ecology, zoology, botany, or a closely related field, and six college credits in statistics or biometry; or
• One year of professional experience conducting wildlife management research, and a bachelor's degree which includes thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, animal or plant ecology, zoology, botany, or a closely related field, and six college credits in statistics or biometry; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes thirty-six college credits in wildlife management, wildlife biology, animal or plant ecology, zoology, botany, or a closely related field, and six college credits in statistics or biometry.

Special Requirements:

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.

• Your results will be provided via email.