Statewide Waterfowl Biologist

Title: Statewide Waterfowl Biologist

Role Title: Scientist II

Hiring Range:  Salary starting at $60,000 (salary to commensurate with experience)

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Wildlife Resources

Location: Dept of Wildlife Resources

Agency Website: www.dwr.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Coordinates and conducts waterfowl research, monitoring, management and public education
activities among Department staff, partner agencies and volunteers statewide. Prepares and implements conservation plans and recommends statewide waterfowl research and management priorities to program manager. Provides technical consultation on waterfowl management issues to federal, state and local government agencies, private landowners, consultants and conservation organizations. Develops recommendations for board review in establishing waterfowl hunting seasons. Serves as a representative of the Agency on the Atlantic Flyway Council Migratory Game Bird Technical Section. 
 

Minimum Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of life histories and ecology of game and nongame wildlife species, including habitat associations and management requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of waterfowl management, research and monitoring. Including data collection and analysis, habitat management, technical report preparation and publication. 
• Ability to work independently and show initiative in enhancing the effectiveness of the position. Ability to lead and prioritize the work of others. Ability to work effectively with the Department's professional and support staff, staff of other agencies, individuals in private sectors and with public constituents. 
• Coordinate and implement wildlife management, survey, and research projects based on demonstrated experience of study designs, statistical analyses, and technical reporting. 
• Knowledge of the regulatory process for selecting waterfowl seasons and bag limits. 
• Ability to provide technical consultation to internal and external constituents.
• Ability to write, type, organize, and present information effectively. Significant expertise with Microsoft Office suite (including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams) and with other computer software applicable to specific tasks assigned (e.g., GIS, ARC, Program Mark etc.).
• Multitask in a dynamic work environment, meet rapid deadlines, frequently travel and work nonstandard hours.

 

Additional Considerations

High school diploma or GED along with considerable, demonstrated experience in wildlife conservation and management or environmental education required. Possession of, or eligibility for, a valid VA driver’s license required. 

Additional Considerations:

• Graduate degree in wildlife management, or in related field with strong academic background in wildlife biology. 
• Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in these fields, with sufficient professional experience to document attainment of required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 
• Professional experience in research and management of game and nongame wildlife, and experience with standardized habitat or species evaluation procedures are highly desirable. 

 

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Applicants who submit an incomplete application or an application without an attached resume will not be considered eligible for an interview.
Ensure that all required documents and your completed application are submitted online by 11:55 PM on the 'Job Close Date' to be considered for this excellent career opportunity with Virginia's Department of Wildlife Resources.
Faxed, emailed, and mailed applications will not be accepted for consideration.
Cover letters will be accepted in conjunction with completed application and resume.
DWR is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested during the application and/or interview process.
If accommodations are needed with, he application and/or interview, please contact Human Resources Office at 804-367-0243. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
DWR is a proud member of Virginia Values VETERAN PROGRAM.
Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability.
If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use the link:
https://www.vadars.org/dars/cpid/PWContact.aspx. Or call DARS at 800-552-5019 or DBVI at 800-822-2155.
 

Contact Information

Name: Marlo Gibson

Phone: 804.367.0243

Email: careers@dwr.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.