Biologist Rockefeller

LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness.

This position is in a career progression series and will work directly with biologists, wildlife technicians, and heavy mobile equipment operators. The incumbent of this position is responsible for assisting and advising a Biologist Supervisor or other supervisors in planning, coordinating, and conducting management, research, and restoration on coastal properties. The incumbent is required to use computers to write reports and submit collected data as well as, exert brief periods of heavy muscular or strenuous physical exertion.

Examples include, occasionally lifting objects over 50 pounds, such as alligators, duck crates, boats, and cannon nets. Some job activities require extended work hours, overnight work, travel, riding in small aircraft and all types of vessels.

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.

As a Biologist, you will contribute to the study, management, and conservation of natural resources through scientific research, field investigations, and data analysis that support environmental stewardship and informed decision-making.

• Responsible for administration and implementation of habitat management and manipulation under general supervision of a Biologist Supervisor (i.e. burn plans, herbicide application plans, and water drawdowns within the management units)
• Analyze biological data using spreadsheet and GIS software for scientific reports, popular articles, and research publications. Examples include entering and graphing environmental and biological data on the refuge
• Serve as mentor and advisor to university students and other LDWF biologists conducting research at Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge, and on other LDWF project areas
• Assist supervisors with monitoring progress of Capital Outlay projects, contracts, and grants on Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge
• Prepare various reports, correspondences, timesheets, expense forms, invoices, purchase orders, etc. for projects
• Provide advice and recommendations to supervisory personnel regarding projects, programs, and job priorities to optimize enhancement, management, and public use of LDWF properties
• Attend meetings, conferences, and workshops for work‑plan coordination, to obtain / provide continuing education and/or safety training, and to report findings at professional conferences
• Assist LDWF personnel with the management and maintenance of Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge, as well as other LDWF properties
• Assist in other wildlife research, monitoring, and management programs implemented by LDWF

Location: This position will be domiciled in Cameron Parish.

Appointment Type: Job appointment, probabilistic appointment, promotional, or detail to special duty.

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

Career Progression Group: This position may be filled as a Biologist 1, 2 or 3, determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected.

Louisiana is a state as a Model Employer (SAME) 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

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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