Fisheries Biologist 2 - 20061001 & 20058931 (Aquatic Habitat)

State of Ohio • Athens, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. Applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD). The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] user profile at careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile". Bargaining unit applicants will be given consideration for applicable positions, pursuant to collective bargaining agreement. Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position. If you are applying for the same classification within a six month period, your previous score from the selection instrument (interview, proficiency test and/or assessment) may be carried forward for consideration. Please do not upload attachments that have an anomaly or are password protected. Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all! Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement! Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Requirements

• Completion of undergraduate core program in fisheries science AND 24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. in management & coordination of fisheries projects.
• Completion of graduate core program in biological sciences to include 6 courses in fisheries science & 2 courses in statistics; (e.g., fisheries management, fishery techniques, limnology, ichthyology, fish biology, fish ecology, aquatic entomology), 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in management & coordination of fisheries projects.
• Completion of graduate core program in fisheries science AND 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in management & coordination of fisheries projects.
• 24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. as Fisheries Biologist 1, 22271.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
• Transcripts are required for all coursework, degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application.
• Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline (attach in the Additional Attachments section of the application submission Step 6).
• Should you have issues attaching, please email to: [email protected].
• "See resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions.
• Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application.
• Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Wildlife
• Natural Resources
• Attention to Detail
• Analyzation

Responsibilities

• Principle investigator of field surveys and research of aquatic organisms (e.g., fish, crayfish, freshwater mussels), invasive species monitoring and control, and aquatic habitat and water quality assessment.
• Participates in fish management research projects across rivers, streams, lakes, and reservoirs, involving fish age/growth, population dynamics, recruitment, mortality, exploitation, stocking strategies, and regulation effects.
• Determines project needs, staffing, equipment, scheduling, and budgets; prepares technical reports and management recommendations; contributes to strategic, tactical, and operational planning.
• Collates biological and environmental data using statistical methods, develops and maintains computer files and analytical tools, interprets statistical outcomes, and prepares scientific reports, publications, and presentations for internal, public and scientific meetings.
• Works with stakeholders and inter-agency teams on aquatic organisms and habitat restoration and protection projects (e.g., species recovery, dam removal, riparian corridor protection, water quality improvements), aquatic invasive species projects (e.g., prevention, early detection, control, outreach), supporting initiatives funded through external grant programs; represents the division on committees.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level