Wildlife Staff Specialist

WILDLIFE STAFF SPECIALIST APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $73,309.68 to $109,640.88 PAY GRADE: 38 For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.JOB INFORMATION Work Type: A Permanent, full time vacancyDepartment: Wildlife (http://ndow.org/) Division: Habitat Location: Reno, Sparks Job Class Code: 01.712 RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Announcement Number: 48519 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 08/14/2024 Recruiter: KRISTIN BOWLING Phone: (775)688-1522 Email: klbowling@ndow.org Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The PositionUnder general direction, Wildlife Staff Specialists perform program research, planning, analysis and evaluation; draft proposed legislation, policies, procedures and regulations related to wildlife management programs and activities throughout the State.This position will lead the Department's Water Development and Industrial Development Programs. Position provides guidance and direction to Regional Division Supervisors, Water Development and Mine Biologist Staff statewide to ensure that agency objectives are met. The Water Development Program is responsible for locating, clearing, installing, and maintaining artificial water developments and natural spring protection projects aimed at bolstering habitat quality and wildlife populations. Incumbent will lead the program and support project management needs such as reviewing, prioritizing, and scheduling projects, ensuring NEPA compliance, material purchasing oversight, budget and grant management, coordination with NGO?s, reporting, and database management. The Industrial Development Program requires incumbent to manage Industrial Artificial Pond Permits (IAPP), Industrial Development Fund, and oversee technical review of mining projects. The goal of the IAPP Program is to prevent and minimize wildlife mortality on industrial ponds through a regulatory permitting requirement. Incumbent will lead and provide direction for technical review of mining projects. This involves coordinating and ensuring consistency of Department reviews, primarily through the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and land use planning decisions. Proficiency in geo-spatial information, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and relational databases is preferred. Additional responsibilities include reporting program achievements through legislative reports, Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioner meetings, federal grants, and other platforms. As a program lead, you'll act as a liaison with state and federal land management agencies, as well as various conservation and industry partners to protect and enhance Nevada?s wildlife resources and habitats. Incumbent will need to exercise judgment and ingenuity to prioritize work and devise effective strategies. To apply for the recruitment, you will need to submit application online at: https://nvapps.state.nv.us. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/ClassSpecifications-10/ To Qualify:In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in wildlife management, biology or closely related field and four years of professional experience that included organizing, planning and completing wildlife management studies, writing technical reports and preparing species or land use management plans and recommendations related to wildlife management; OR one year as a Biologist III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.Special RequirementsA valid drivers license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.govPublic Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.orgPublic Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.usMore Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EBREFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! 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