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Reference #: 4635910 THE POSITION Are you in search of a professional biology position in which you can showcase your dedication, strong work ethic, and passion for fisheries management?  The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is seeking an ambitious Fisheries Biologist 2 to join the Bureau of Fisheries, Division of Fisheries Management, and take on the role of Susquehanna River Biologist.  Do not miss this opportunity to advance your career while helping to enhance aquatic resources and fishing and boating opportunities for the entire Susquehanna River region!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Susquehanna River Biologist, you will be responsible for the initiation, coordination, and administration of fisheries management activities in the Susquehanna River system, which includes the main stem Susquehanna River, North Branch Susquehanna River, and West Branch Susquehanna River.  You will function as a lead worker to include participating in the interview and hiring process, instructing and overseeing assignments, and training and mentoring lower level technical fisheries workers. This professional works independently to perform field investigations and studies documenting biological, chemical, physical, and social attributes of various fisheries for purposes of formulating and updating management plans.  You will establish benchmark statistics for decision making, and assess management techniques including stocking, regulations, habitat management and protection, and informing and educating the public on issues related to fisheries management activities and objectives specific to the Susquehanna River system.  Within this role, you will also be responsible for data collection through sampling, data entry and analysis, and reporting and discussion of results according to Fisheries Management Division protocols and standard techniques outline by professional publications.

Interested in learning more?  Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Travel in and out of state may be required. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time.  In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.  If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the Centre Regional Office in Bellefonte. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.  Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience as a Fisheries Biologist 1, PFBC (commonwealth title); or One year of professional experience conducting fish studies, fish investigations, or fish research and a bachelor's degree in a biological science that includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in fish biology, fisheries management, fish population dynamics, ichthyology, limnology, fish ecology, aquatic ecology, watershed ecology and management, wetland ecology and management, herpetology, freshwater entomology, fish culture, fish physiology, fish pathology, biometrics, or other courses closely related to fisheries science or aquatic ecology; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 12 college credits in fish biology, fisheries management, fish population dynamics, ichthyology, limnology, fish ecology, aquatic ecology, watershed ecology and management, wetland ecology and management, herpetology, freshwater entomology, fish culture, fish physiology, fish pathology, biometrics, or other courses closely related to fisheries science or aquatic ecology.

Special Requirements: You must p ssess a valid driver's license.

Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.  Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements.  Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.  Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.  To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.  No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.