NATURAL RESOURCES BIOLOGIST III
Research Coordinator
Recruitment #14-001000-001
Department | DNR - Watershed Services |
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Date Opened | 2/5/2014 10:24:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 2/19/2014 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $43,153.00 - $68,887.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Caroline Asher |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Chesapeake and Coastal Service, is currently accepting applications for a Research Coordinator for the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (Research Reserve) that will serve as a technical expert and researcher of estuarine science. This position is full time and based out of Annapolis, Maryland with required travel to and field work at sites around Maryland's coast.
This position will direct the implementation of research and monitoring activities of the Research Reserve and ensure that current estuarine and climate research and monitoring is integrated into coastal management and policy initiatives. Responsibilities include (1) the design and implementation of applied and basic research in cooperation with local, state and national partners; (2) the compilation, analysis, interpretation and translation of technical data collected at and around Reserve sites; (3) development of recommendations for maintaining and enhancing natural resource quality and diversity; and, (4) the design and implementation of long-term monitoring programs. The incumbent facilitates professional-level applied and basic research at Reserve sites and coordinates this research in cooperation with partners. The position writes grant applications, research reports and other technical documents and stays abreast of estuarine and climate research in the state, region and nation. Incumbent will keep abreast of and interpret estuarine and climate change science for non-scientist partners and staff.
MINIMUM EDUCATION OR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, environmental science, aquaculture, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology or physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management, zoology or a natural resources management related field of study
Experience: Four years of experience in performing professional biological work in the field of natural resources management.
Notes: 1. Additional professional experience conducting research and analysis in the fields of biology, biochemistry, environmental science, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology, physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management or zoology may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute graduate education beyond a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a natural resources related field of study as described above at the rate of 15 graduate credits for one year of the required experience for up to two years of the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- An advanced degree in biology, natural resource management or the environmental or natural sciences.
- At least two years experience in wetlands ecology or biology and knowledge of climate change issues and research.
- Ability to work in the field in harsh and adverse environments including hot, cold and wet conditions.
- Knowledge of estuarine habitats and ecology.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
EXAMINATION PROCESS
You may be rated on your experience and training as they relate to the needs of the position. You may be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment, and report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation.
Resumes will not accepted in lieu of of completing the application.
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online application is strongly recommended. If online access is unavailable, you may submit a paper application to:
Department of Natural Resources
Human Resources
580 Taylor Avenue, C-3
Annapolis, MD 21401
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
The Human Resource Department is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.