Remote CPW Wildlife Manager III Area Wildlife Biologist - (Grand Junction, CO) | Dallas, TX

joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.

We invite you to explore our website at dnr. colorado. gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Medical and Dental plans Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans Paid life insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage Employee Wellness programs Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE Our Mission is to perpetuate the wildlife

resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado's natural resources.

The purpose of the work unit is to gather, evaluate and summarize data and observations on terrestrial wildlife and habitat resources. This work unit develops and participates in the implementation of recommendations consistent with CPW’s Strategic Plan and direction provided by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission for the wise stewardship of wildlife populations and habitat in the Northwest Region of Colorado.

Description of Job This position serves within CPW’s NW Terrestrial Section as a wildlife biologist with an emphasis on species conservation work. This position formulates recommendations and management options for management of wildlife species and habitats through the collection and analysis of pertinent wildlife data and observations as required by the operational and annual work plans, including the State Wildlife Action Plan. This position also exists to design, implement and evaluate wildlife population inventories in the assigned area. Specific tasks include development and execution of various operational and implementation plans to manage wildlife populations and conserve/improve habitats on public and private lands.

Wildlife Management Recommendations Formulates and presents wildlife management recommendations to CPW staff and external partners by collecting, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting biological data using a structured system of discussions, meetings and written reports. Provides support in the form of data, reports, and comments to other CPW employees. Provides biological expertise through review of internal and external plans, environmental statements and other decisions documents.

Recognized as a wildlife expert for the local area, both within and outside CPW. Wildlife and Habitat Inventories Develop, plan and conduct wildlife (including Gunnison and Greater sage-grouse lek counts) and habitat inventories to guide local wildlife and habitat management decisions. Collect and analyze data to compile reports on wildlife abundance, demographics and distribution and/or habitat quantity and quality. Maintain Wildlife Populations by minimizing or mitigating impacts Minimizes or mitigates impacts on wildlife and their habitats by providing biological expertise in the review and analysis of environmental statements, natural resource plans, and other decision documents proposed by other state, federal or local agencies, local municipalities, private companies and landowners.

Wildlife Management and Habitat Studies Conducts or participates in wildlife and habitat management studies to gather biological data by planning studies, capturing, marking, monitoring wildlife populations and habitat, analyzing and interpreting results, completing reports, and delivering presentations. Wildlife Habitat Management Work with habitat coordinators and Area Wildlife Managers to develop habitat management programs and plans.

Work with CPW procurement staff on contracts to implement habitat management plans on State Wildlife Areas. Wildlife Population Management Employs computer-based wildlife population models by interpretation and manipulation of data obtained from wildlife inventories, hunter harvest data, other field observations, and research results. Develop and Implement Wildlife and Habitat Management Plans Formulates management plans, by compiling data, soliciting public and agency comments, negotiating options, analyzing results and writing final plans.

Implements or adapts existing plans or programs to meet wildlife and habitat conservation objectives. Educate and Inform the Public Educates and informs the public on all facets of wildlife and habitat management through dissemination of wildlife information to hunters, wildlife constituents, schools, and public media including newspapers and radio/television. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications Two years of professional experience in wildlife biology, conservation biology, biology or field related to the work assigned to the position AND a Bachelor's Degree in wildlife ecology, wildlife biology, wildlife management, ecology, natural resource management or closely related field.

Substitutions Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications Current or former state or federal relevant to this position Current or former wildlife agency work or volunteer experience Professional level writing, research and communication development skills Master’s degree in wildlife biology, wildlife management, conservation biology, or similar degree Required Competencies Strong written skills with an understanding of legal and regulatory concepts and language Excellent organizational and time management skills Being able to work independently Conditions of Employment Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license if operating a State vehicle.

This role requires conducting surveys that involve transportation in helicopters and fixed-winged aircraft, therefore low sensitivity to motion sickness is mandatory to meet the needs of this role. : Ability for sustained flight time (6 hours with refueling breaks) in helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft on wildlife surveys.

These flights may be low level and involve banked turns. Travel approximately 12 nights per year Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position. (Please Note: Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with DNR).

APPEAL RIGHTS: It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, if you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.

xyz X) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb. colorado. gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-xyz X; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.

colorado. gov under Rules. Supplemental Information The backssment Process All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts. Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement.

Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication. This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, disability, age, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Anna Kargobai-Murray, at Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment backssment. To request an accommodation, please contact Anna Kargobai-Murray at at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation.

You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the backssment date. E-Verify DNR uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e. g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-xyz X, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.

a crew of technicians serving hunters, trappers, outdoor enthusiasts, and other diverse groups of people interested in the wildlife and lands of Interior and Eastern Arctic Alaska. Our organization, mission and culture: Wildlife Conservations mission is to conserve and enhance Alaska’s wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits.

This position is defined by our core services that maintain and enhance opportunities to hunt, trap, and view wildlife because it helps to provide people an opportunity to gain knowledge and appreciation for Alaska’s wildlife, its management, and ways to interact with wildlife safely and ethically. The Alaska Department of Fish

& Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

The benefits of joining our team: This position offers a great opportunity to work for ADF&G and to play a critical role in helping the public better understand our wildlife and regulations. Working for ADF&G and gaining skills and knowledge are important steps for career advancement and development. The working environment you can expect: The position is located at the ADF&G office at 1300 College Road in Fairbanks. The daily work environment involves effective communication and

teamwork with office coworkers as well as regular use of a computer while assisting the public in person and over the phone at the information desk of the Fairbanks office.

Fieldwork is required throughout the year and may involve exposure to animals, biting insects, inclement weather, firearms, low-level aircraft flight, and/or travel by boat or skiff. Aerial surveys are conducted in small aircraft maneuvering at low altitude for long periods of time in sometimes cold conditions. Who we are looking for: The Department of Fish & Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation, is recruiting for a Wildlife Biologist I, stationed in Fairbanks. This position will serve as the frontline lead for the public Information Center in the Region III Fish and Game office located in Fairbanks.

The Information Center assists people from around the world, answering questions about hunting and trapping regulations, hunting opportunities, hunter education, and wildlife viewing in the region and statewide. The Information Center also provides services such as sealing hides and furs, harvest reporting, sample collection and other services required by regulation. This position leads a team of technicians and interns providing customer service to the public and assisting with providing field and logistical support to research and management biologists throughout Interior and Eastern Arctic Alaska.

The ideal candidate will possess some or all the following desired strengths: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey regulations, present wildlife information, provide direction and resolve conflicts. Experience collecting, analyzing, and summarizing biological data and providing logistical support on wildlife surveys and complex field projects with an acute attention to detail. Experience coordinating a team and strong interpersonal skills to engage colleagues and the public while showing understanding, courtesy, friendliness and tact to others.

Makes sound, well-informed and objective decisions and perceives the impact and implications of decisions as well as follow through to accomplish goals. A strong work ethic that includes a positive attitude and punctuality; takes responsibility and ownership for a problem, project or issue. To view the general description and example of duties for a Wildlife Biologist 1 please go to the following link: /careers/Alaska/classspecs Special Note: A Valid Drivers license is required. This position requires field work which can involve exposure to large animals, insects, inclement weather, low level flying in planes and helicopters, travel by boat or skiff, and contact with drugs and chemicals used to immobilize wildlife.

This position routinely travels within the management area for field work and to Fairbanks for various meetings. While traveling housing may require shared rooms with other field crew members. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management. Substitution: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field: • at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and • at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

Special Note: " Upper division courses" means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline's theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.

Some positions may require training in specialized areas such as hydroacoustics, microscopic analysis, underwater research, or fish habitat restoration or enhancement. An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required bachelor's degree within six months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Attach at time of application: Copies of all college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable).

Cover Letter If selected for an interview, please provide the following at the time of the interview: Three (3) references, with current contact information (email and phone number) COVER LETTER A Cover letter is required for this position and should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the position-specific competencies listed in the job description. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

EDUCATION If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or within 48 hours of the close of this recruitment to the contact person listed below.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U. S. education programs; or an accredited U. S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.

It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy.

The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call -xyz X or (907) 465-xyz X in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or -xyz X or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.

O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. FIREARMS This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position. A " misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position. THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only.

Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time. NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at /Online Application/User/Reset Password. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at -xyz X (toll free) or (907) 465-xyz X if you are located in the Juneau area.

Requests for information may also be emailed to applicant password assistance please visit: /Online Application/User/Reset Password For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager: Sara Longson, Wildlife Biologist 3 Phone: (907) 459-xyz X Fax: (907) 459-xyz X

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Biotech/Pharmaceutical jobs refer to career opportunities within industries that focus on developing drugs and medical technology derived from living organisms and cellular and biomolecular processes. These roles occupy a diverse ecosystem ranging from research and development (R&D) to regulatory affairs, manufacturing, and sales. Key characteristics include a strong emphasis on innovation, stringent regulatory environments, the need for advanced degrees or expertise in life sciences, and a commitment to improving patient health outcomes. As these fields are constantly evolving with the advancement of science, professionals often engage in ongoing learning and adaptation to new scientific discoveries and medical needs.