Job Details
Advertisement Opens: Nov. 22, 2024 |
---|
Advertisement Closes: Dec. 13, 2024 |
Full Time: Yes |
Salary: $51,558.62 - $51,558.62 Annually |
Minimum Education and/or Experience: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, botany, or a related field. OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES CHIEF. |
Preferred Education and/or Experience: A bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, conservation biology, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field plus one year of experience in a related field, OR a master’s degree in wildlife biology, conservation biology, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field. |
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
|
Preferred Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
|
Position Location: City: Monticello Office: Monticello Regional Office Division: Private Lands Habitat |
Job Summary: The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Biologist I is responsible for supervising wildlife or fisheries management areas. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. |
Typical Functions: Coordinates and participates in conducting biological surveys and studies of fish and wildlife to determine population growth, propagation rates, and the effect of environmental and human conditions on particular species. Participates in developing wildlife management area recommendations and developing the five-year plan for future Game and Fish activities and acquisitions. Approves billings and projects expenditures and assists the supervisor in preparing the district budget. Conducts hunter safety classes or public meetings on new and proposed rules and regulations. Writes news releases on activities in the district. Performs other duties as assigned. |
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
|
Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations: Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license |
Special Job Dimensions: Frequent in-state travel and field work, with exposure to inclement weather, are required. Occasional exposure to hunters and dangerous animals may also be required. |
Other Specific Information: Work Counties in Arkansas: Drew, Lincoln, and Chicot |
As an equal opportunity employer, the Commission will make any reasonable accommodations necessary to ensure equal employment opportunities.