Coastal Wildlife Operations Supervisor

Agency

Wildlife Resource Commission

Division

Wildlife Management

Job Classification Title

Conservation Biologist Manager (NS)

Position Number

60034044

Grade

NC22

About Us

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is the state government agency created to conserve and sustain the state’s fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use and public input. The NCWRC is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of North Carolina’s fishing, hunting, trapping, and boating laws. The agency has an operational budget of approximately $100 million and employs approximately 700 full-time staff and 100 seasonal temporary staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, and customer service, information technology and administrative professionals. The NCWRC Mission is to conserve North Carolina’s wildlife resources and their habitats and provide programs and opportunities that allow hunters, anglers, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy wildlife-associated recreation.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting applications for a Coastal Wildlife Operations Supervisor (Conservation Biologist Manager) for the Wildlife Management Division.

The mission of the Wildlife Management Division is to conserve wildlife species and habitats and to develop, implement, and facilitate sound wildlife management policies and programs to ensure the wise use of wildlife resources by North Carolina citizens. This position is critical to accomplishing the Commission’s goals of conserving fish and wildlife habitats and protecting, managing and enhancing wildlife populations statewide.

The primary purpose of this Coastal Wildlife Operations Supervisor position is to provide an objective and coordinated system of wildlife management programs directed at habitat and species management and constituent support. This position directs procedures and policies both regionally and statewide to ensure that the Operations programs and activities are biologically and sociologically sound. The position also provides coordination with other agency programs and divisions within the region. The position reports directly to the Assistant Chief (Conservation Mgmt. Coordinator) and supervises 6 full-time wildlife biologists.

The Coastal Wildlife Operations Supervisor will also:
• Coordinate with counterparts in other regions to facilitate statewide continuity within the Program.
• Coordinate with other public and private entities outside the agency in the administration of Program activities.
• Interact with various administrative sections within the Agency to develop and monitor appropriate budgets for operations and complete all State and Agency administrative requirements associated with the Program in the region.
• Ensure that personnel are available to meet the data collection, survey, research, and public service needs of the Division within the region and that all activities are conducted in accordance with best available science and agency and state policies and procedures.
• Assist with program activities in the field within the region or elsewhere in the state as required to accomplish strategic goals and objectives of the Agency and of the Wildlife Management Division.
• Monitor ongoing projects and provide technical expertise related to overall activities.
• Interact with biologists to provide leadership and guidance in the prioritization, organization, and implementation of all work unit activities.
• Provide counseling and guidance to biologists to assist them in making decisions regarding work activities and scheduling.
• Conduct regular work unit and project meetings to assess project status, reviewing activity and progress reports, and reviewing and approving purchases.
• Attend joint meetings with other Agency staff members and individuals and entities outside the agency.
• Initiate appropriate disciplinary measures and participate in grievance resolutions at the field level.
• Review job applications and conduct interviews of prospective employees in the program.

This is a HOME-BASED position. The workstation for this position is in the employee’s home-based office using an agency-provided computer. The employee in this position is expected to provide home office space compliant with WRC and State policies. This position requires a home-based duty station in the WRC-Wildlife Management Coastal Region, specific to Districts 1, 2 and 4 mainland areas.

A Monday-Friday schedule is associated with this position which involves working 40 hours per week. This position requires frequent daily travel with occasional overnight stays.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Familiar with a state wildlife agency’s structure, political realities, the regulation process, and technical aspects of the job.
• Understanding of the advanced principles of scientific methods, biological techniques, zoology, botany, statistics, forestry, and ecology are necessary.
• Motivational and personnel management skills to guide personnel under his/her direct supervision in accomplishing predetermined and changing program goals, objectives, and policies.
• Accomplished communication skills to coordinate with resource professionals, relay technical information to employees, and to the public.
• Familiar with state budget management practices.

Special Qualification/Requirement:

Valid NC Driver’s License is required within 90 days of employment.

RECRUITMENT RANGE: $ 75,925 - $ 93,958           

 

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Classification Specs | NC Office of Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or a biological science, from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of related experience;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL and CONTACT INFORMATION:

All applicants applying for employment opportunities must create and submit a comprehensive candidate profile using State of North Carolina Careers for the State of North Carolina.  All Required Education and Experience must be included in the candidate profile to receive consideration during the selection and salary administration processes.
 

*The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is committed to maintaining a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. NCWRC strives to ensure that all employment practices are implemented in a manner that is equitable to all applicants and employees.
 

Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax reference the contact information below. All applicants should indicate the position number and job title in the section "Jobs Applied For".
 

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 Form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with your application.
 

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference (to include North Carolina Army National Guard & North Carolina Air National Guard) must attach a copy of the NGB 23A (RPAS) or a copy of the DD256 or NGB 22 along with your application.
 

*Degrees must be received from institutions appropriately accredited by the U.S. Department of Education*
If you have started a college degree program but have not completed it – please document the number of Semester CREDIT HOURS you have completed in the Education section of your application

*State Employee Benefits*
We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Learn more about employee resources, safety, health and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by visiting the NC OSHR website.NC OSHR: Benefits
 

*Employment Eligibility*
It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).
 

*For More Information*
For more information about the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, visit the WRC website. Home Page | NC Wildlife

CONTACT INFORMATION:
NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Human Resources Office         
Phone: 919-707-0101
Fax: 919-707-0108

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Monique Napper Bloomfield

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]