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NATURAL RESOURCES BIOLOGIST III - RESEARCH COORDINATOR

Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve

Recruitment #17-001000-0002

Introduction

This is a position specific recruitment for the Department of Natural Resources, Chesapeake and Coastal Service. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. Future vacancies may also be filled via other recruitments. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year.

GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

Based out of Annapolis, Maryland with required travel to and field work at sites around Maryland’s coast.

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Chesapeake and Coastal Service, is currently accepting applications for a Natural Resources Biologist III (Research Coordinator for the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine 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. The incumbent works on a variety of priority issues such as water quality, coastal resources, sediment management and coastal restoration and resilience.

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. This position works in the field in sometimes harsh and adverse environments including hot, cold and wet conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

For education obtained outside of the United States (U.S.), you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the U.S., please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalency evaluating members identified at http://www.naces.org/members.html prior to hire.

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.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the natural resources management and biological sciences classifications or natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the wildlife biology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education. 

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of the minimum required experience must be in the field of wetlands ecology or biology with knowledge of climate change issues and research.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following.  Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualification(s).

• Advanced degree in estuarine sciences, biology, natural resource management or the environmental or natural sciences.

• Experience designing and/or managing field research studies.

• Knowledge of estuarine habitats and ecology.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date with the exception of a foreign degree evaluation (if applicable). Your application may be approved pending receipt of the evaluation.

Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide all the experience and education that is related to this position completely and accurately. Verifiable volunteer experience will be considered. Please include it on your application, if applicable.

This recruitment does not require any additional materials to be uploaded with the exception of a foreign degree evaluation (if applicable). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. Please do not submit unsolicited documentation (resumes, transcripts, cover letters, etc.). 

You will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application is STRONGLY preferred. 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

The Human Resource Department is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted.

Specific inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Crystal Wilson at crystal.wilson1@maryland.gov

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.  

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.




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