F&W-2026-10 Principal Biologist - Education

NJ Department of Environmental Protection•Winslow Township, NJ

10d•$77,144 - $113,264•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a Supervising Biologist, Education or other supervisory official in the Department of Environmental Protection, plans, organizes, coordinates, performs, and supervises work relating to the development, presentation, and implementation of various educational and training programs dealing with the biological aspects and management of the State’s fish and wildlife resources and its users; supervises staff and work activities; prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff; does other related duties as required.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in one of the Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, or Environmental Science with a major concentration in Fisheries Science and/or Wildlife Science.
Three (3) years of experience in fisheries biology, fisheries management, fisheries husbandry, fisheries research, and/or the development of fisheries management programs.
A Master's degree in Fisheries Management or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
Appointees must meet all the legal requirements necessary to be issued a State of New Jersey Firearms Purchasers I.D. card.

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable in the principles, practices, laws and regulations related to recreational hunting, shooting and trapping in New Jersey.
Skilled in the use of hunting equipment and tools to include various firearms and ammunition.
Working knowledge of the agency's licensing system.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, and external organizations and partners from the outdoor recreational com

Responsibilities

Coordinate NJDEP Fish & Wildlife’s Hunter Education program and supervise associated staff.
Oversee the National Archery in the Schools program and Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation hunting and shooting programs.
Administer the Hunter Education and Outdoor Heritage Federal Aid grant and provide reports to the US Fish and Wildlife Service.
Oversee the safe storage and maintenance of all firearms used for Hunter Education.
Teach Hunter Education programs on an as needed basis.
Do other related work as required.

Benefits

Paid Benefit Leave
Holiday Pay
Alternative Workweek Program
Telework
Pension
Deferred Compensation
Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Commuter Tax Savings Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement