Natural Resouces Biologist I
Long Term Contractual-NO BENEFITS
Recruitment #14-999999-354
Department | DNR - Resource Assessment - Tidewater |
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Date Opened | 4/7/2014 3:50:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 4/21/2014 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $17.18- $22.12/hour |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Caroline Asher |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
|
Introduction
Long-Term Contractual- NO BENEFITS
One year contract with the possibility of renewal
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
The Department of Natural Resources, Resource Assessment Service in Annapolis Maryland, is currently accepting applications for a full-time, contractual Natural Resources Biologist I. This position will be responsible for collecting water quality data throughout the State of Maryland. Sampling is conducted year-round from boats, bridges, piers and within streams. This position also requires being available for weekend storm sampling. Office duties include cleaning, maintenance and calibration of sampling equipment, preparation of sampling/ laboratory supplies and delivery of samples to the laboratory.
Candidates must be willing to work long and flexible hours, including on-call duty for storm sampling. Candidate must be comfortable working aboard boats, from bridges and in streams under various weather conditions. Candidate must be able to lift and carry equipment up to 50lbs. This position may require carrying heavy equipment over rough and uneven terrain.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Education: A 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 from an accredited college or university.
Experience: None
Note: 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.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
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 be accepted in lieu of completing the application.
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.