Biologist : Orleans​/Orleans

Position: Biologist 1-3 : New Orleans/Orleans
Location: New Orleans

# Biologist 1-3 :
New Orleans/Orleans Wildlife & Fisheries-Fisheries Full Timemid New Orleans, Louisiana, US $38k – $69k Posted 2 days ago##

Role Overview Wildlife & Fisheries-Fisheries is hiring a mid-level Biologist 1-3 :
New Orleans/Orleans. This is a full-time role in New Orleans. posted 2 days ago. The posted range is $38k to $69k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Resume Keywords to Include Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoring

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Job Description Salary $3,181.00 - $5,724.00 Monthly Location New  Orleans, LAJob Type Classified Job  Number Department Wildlife  & Fisheries-Fisheries Opening Date
06/05/2026

Closing Date6/19/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the state’s renewable natural resources, including all wildlife and aquatic life.

LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Fisheries exists to ensure that aquatic resources are sustainable for present and future generations of Louisiana citizens by providing access and scientific management.

The Biologist position is in support of Marine Fisheries as a Coastal Study Area Biologist, is domiciled in Orleans Parish, and is responsible for collection of fishery independent and dependent data from sampling programs as assigned. Incumbent will conduct field sampling, collect and maintain biological and environmental data, and operate and maintain vessels and sampling equipment. Incumbent will also collect fishery dependent survey data and assist in developing aquatic habitat restoration projects.

This announcement may be used to fill multiple positions.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING

COMPETENCIES:

* Knowledge of aquatic organisms, specifically estuarine and marine finfish and shellfish
* Knowledge of, and experience with, common fishery independent sampling gear, including gill nets, trammel nets, seines, trawls, and oyster dredges
* Experience with operation and maintenance of outboard powered vessels
* Good observational and analytical skills
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a team environment
* Ability to communicate orally and in writing
* Knowledge of research and statistical methods.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources.

Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Collects biological and environmental data
* Enters and reviews data collected from field projects
* Compiles and analyzes data, and prepares reports of results
* Assists in the development of aquatic habitat restoration projects
* Identifies, measures and records species at various life stages caught in sampling activities
* Operates departmental vehicles and vessels as necessary to accomplish required job duties
* Maintains and calibrates equipment
* Responds to public and news media inquiries
* Sends and receives email correspondence
* Represents the department to a variety of job-related contacts and agencies
* Presents resource management information to commercial, recreational, professional, and conservation groups, schools, and local officials
* Identifies equipment and supply needs, and may be required to purchase supplies, repairs, and/or equipment
* Inspects facilities and records of permit applicants, and recommend permit issuance or denial.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location:

This position is located in New Orleans, LA.Appointment Type:
Probational Appointment, Job Appointment, Detail to Special Duty,…