Biologist 1-3 : New Orleans​/Orleans

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.

This Position is in support of Marine Fisheries as a Coastal Study Area Biologist, is domiciled in Orleans Parish, and is responsible for the 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.

• 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 the 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.

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

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

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 recommends permit issuance or denial.

Appointment Type: Probational Appointment, Job Appointment, Detail to Special Duty, Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency-wide permanent status employees)

Career Progression: This position may be filled at the Biologist 1, 2, or 3 level, depending on qualifications.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience

Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected. If filled as a Job Appointment, there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a Probational Appointment should funding become available.

Contact Information: Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.O. Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 Pascha Turner

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The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at  (Download PDF reader)

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer