Biologist 1 (Wildlife) / Trainee 1 and 2-NY HELPS
Environmental Conservation - Stony Brook, NY
posted 5 months ago
About the position
The Biologist 1 (Wildlife) position is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). This role is designed for individuals who are passionate about wildlife management and conservation. The successful candidate will work under supervision to conduct wildlife population inventories, monitor contaminant levels and wildlife diseases, and develop and implement wildlife management plans. The position also involves promoting appreciation of wildlife in urban environments, which is crucial for fostering community engagement and support for wildlife conservation efforts. In this role, the Biologist will assist in identifying wildlife management problems and reviewing project proposals that may impact natural wildlife habitats. The responsibilities include implementing public use programs for state land areas in Suffolk County, administering the regional access program for hunting on state-managed lands, and coordinating habitat projects. The Biologist will also engage in species-specific research and monitoring projects related to regional Game Bird management, analyze harvest data, and provide technical advice and presentations. Additionally, the position involves the conservation of rare species in Suffolk and Nassau Counties, which includes conducting surveys, monitoring population status, and developing conservation and recovery plans. The Biologist will work collaboratively with municipalities and communities to manage nuisance deer and implement deer damage response programs. Effective communication skills are essential, as the role requires responding to public inquiries, participating in outreach, and supervising Fish and Wildlife Technicians to ensure the successful implementation of assigned programs. The position may require working in remote areas, negotiating difficult terrain, and enduring adverse weather conditions, with the possibility of overtime and travel.
Responsibilities
- Conduct wildlife population inventories.
- Monitor contaminant levels and wildlife diseases.
- Develop and implement wildlife management plans.
- Promote appreciation of wildlife in urban environments.
- Assist in the development of wildlife management problems.
- Review and analyze project proposals that may alter natural wildlife habitats.
- Implement public use programs for state land areas in Suffolk County.
- Administer the regional access program for hunting on state-managed lands.
- Coordinate and implement habitat projects on State Managed Lands within Suffolk County.
- Implement regional Game Bird management through research and monitoring projects.
- Review harvest data and hunting regulations, write reports and management plans, and provide presentations and technical advice.
- Administer the regional pheasant stocking program.
- Coordinate and implement conservation of rare species in Suffolk and Nassau Counties.
- Conduct surveys and monitoring to determine population status and trends.
- Identify and address threats to wildlife populations.
- Develop and implement research projects and permit application reviews.
- Write conservation and recovery plans and collaborate with outside partners, agencies, and governments.
- Coordinate and implement the Regional deer management program.
- Implement deer damage response programs and assist municipalities in managing nuisance deer.
- Coordinate and implement the Regional furbearer management and wildlife health program.
- Supervise Fish and Wildlife Technicians to implement assigned programs.
Requirements
- A bachelor's or higher degree including or supplemented by 18 semester credit hours in relevant wildlife management and biology courses.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and outside partners.
- Ability to respond to public inquiries and participate in public meetings.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in wildlife management or conservation programs.
- Knowledge of local wildlife species and habitats.
- Familiarity with public outreach and education strategies.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Affordable Health Care options
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
- Shift & Geographic pay differentials
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
