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NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleBiologist 2 (Ecology)

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $79325 to $100342 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
or
Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
or
Transfer Eligible under Section 70.1 - One year of permanent competitive service as a Biologist 2 (Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine) or (Wildlife), SG23.

Preferred candidates will have strong writing and oral communication skills, familiarity with the conservation organizations in New York, and previous experience in the implementation of conservation actions for SGCN. Previous supervisory, grant and contract management experience is preferred. Familiarity with SGCN and the threats they face will also be helpful.

Duties Description The Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) Unit Leader serves as the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) Coordinator and supervisor of staff assigned to assist in implementing the responsibilities of the Unit. Key responsibilities will include engaging conservation partners, including other agencies and NGOs, in the SWAP revision process by working collaboratively to review SGCN and conservation actions necessary for inclusion in the plan. The SGCN Unit Leader will lead implementation, including reporting to the US Fish and Wildlife Service on use of State Wildlife Grants funding for deliverables and effective conservation. The Unit Leader will be responsible for working across programs within the Division, including the Bureaus of Fisheries, Ecosystem Health and Wildlife. Coordination is also required with the Division of Marine Resources and other Divisions to develop a well-integrated, sound plan to support project development and implementation of projects to conserve SGCN. Updates to the SWAP also require a public participation process. This position will hire and supervise staff to assist in plan development and implementation, with a focus on those SGCN that are not currently being addressed by other units, bureaus or divisions (largely invertebrate taxa). Implementation will include grant writing and administration, coordination with Regional offices that may conduct field activities and the development of contracts with entities with capabilities to implement projects beyond the capacity of the Division. Incumbent will serve on the Bureau of Wildlife Management Team and represent the Division on the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies State Wildlife Action Planners Committee.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Travel may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required. Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Karen Price

Telephone (518) 402-9257

Fax (518) 402-9038

Email Address postingresponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail resume indicating your interest in this position to the above. Be sure to include Posting #23-126649 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.