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STATE CLASSIFICATION JOB DESCRIPTION |
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Salary Group B16 |
Class No. 2591 |
BIOLOGIST II
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs moderately complex
(journey-level) biology work. Work
involves the collection and analysis of data on the behavior, distribution, and
life processes of wildlife species; conducting biological planning; performing
management and research studies; providing public outreach and technical
assistance; and providing wildlife habitat evaluations. May train others. Works under general supervision with moderate
latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Collects, analyzes, and interprets
biological data for management and research purposes.
Communicates with inter-and
intra-departmental, federal, and private resource or conservation organizations, academic institutions, and the public regarding
wildlife issues and questions.
Conducts wildlife and biological
scientific surveys, studies, and inspections.
Conducts biological field studies,
and assists with evaluations and the interpretation of scientific findings.
Prepares technical papers, publications, and scientific
reports from various research studies, databases, and literature reviews.
Prepares, assembles, and distributes
educational materials and conducts public outreach programs.
Provides technical assistance to
landowners and the public related to work within the scope of a wildlife
management plan or recommendations developed for a specific property.
Researches, reviews, and develops
biological documentation as appropriate.
Works to identify and improve public use opportunities that allow for
consumptive and non-consumptive use of the state's wildlife and land resources.
Assists in preparing plans and
specifications for the development, operation, maintenance, and creation of
wildlife management areas and related programs.
May participate in monitoring
non-game and endangered species, and may trap or transplant wildlife.
May train others.
Performs related work as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Experience and Education
Experience in biology, natural
resources or wildlife science, and management work. Graduation from an accredited four-year
college or university with major course work in biology, wildlife management,
natural resources, or related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted
for one another.
Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities
Knowledge of biology, life history,
ecology, and management of wildlife species; of applicable state and federal
fish and wildlife regulations; and of various wildlife investigative and
research techniques.
Skill in using
biological data collection equipment, personal computers, geographic information
system equipment, and other wildlife science instruments.
Ability to conduct inspections,
surveys, literature reviews and research studies; to prepare technical reports
and communicate findings in trainings, presentations, and hearings; to communicate
effectively; and to train others.
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State Auditor’s Office |
Revised 9-1-09 |