New Job Biologist I In New Hampshire

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, NH Fish and Game Department has a full-time temporary vacancy for Biologist I.

SUMMARY:

To collect and analyze vegetation, wildlife, fish and water quality data by preforming field and lab work to determine short term and long-term changes in conditions at the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares progress reports and data reports for state and federal agency partners and project funders.

Conducts field research and biological investigation activities in estuarine habitats such as saltmarshes, eelgrass beds, oyster beds, mudflats, rocky intertidal and upland edge.

Coordinates and operates field monitoring programs, including sampling, compiling, and analyzing data and writing reports on estuarine habitats, water quality and species; develops and implements long range management plans.

Confers with interested parties to consider conservation needs of Great Bay estuarine habitats and collaborates on management plans, restoration plans, and monitoring plans.

Speaks before groups and official gatherings as a representative of New Hampshire Fish and Game and the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.

Responds to public, agency, academic and partner requests for technical assistance in areas such as field sampling, habitat assessments, and restoration planning.

Assists Reserve staff in implementing GBNERR fellowships and internships, mentoring students and supporting volunteers.

Maintain and supervise the maintenance and oversight of the GBNERR equipment, supplies, facilities and operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION : Master's degree from a recognized college or university with major study in biology, wildlife, or fisheries management, or a related biological science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

EXPERIENCE : One year of experience in aquatic fisheries or wildlife biology, or in a field associated with the agency to which the position is assigned. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education at the graduate level only.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant's relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced below! See Per 405.1 .

18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree

36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree

54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Must possess a valid driver’s license. Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the agency.

PREFERRED WORK TRAITS : Knowledge of species and habitats common to New Hampshire. Ability to operate equipment needed to conduct field research. Excellent verbal and written presentation skills. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work with databases. Ability to translate technical information for non-technical audiences. Ability to conduct physical tasks and work outdoors in inclement weather for extended periods; comfortable working in coastal environments including working from a boat.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplement job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact Christipher Peter, Biologist II (Research Coordinator), at [email protected], (603)-294-0146 or Kim Crowley, Human Resources [email protected] or (603) 271 5824.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee¿s union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 14.53% of pay

Other Benefits:

o Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

o Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

o State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

o Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

o $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low cost group life insurance

o Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

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