We have 2 Urban Biologist 2 positions that have been approved to fill – one in northern Indiana and one
in southern Indiana. Please pass onto to anyone that you think might be interested. The Job ID #s are
592942 and 592943. Starting salary is $34,320. Application deadline is 11/21/2014. Applicants must
apply on line at http://www.in.gov/spd/careers/
Job Description:
The incumbent functions at a professional level as a field
biologist within the Department of Natural Resources,
Division of Fish and Wildlife with the primary focus of
providing technical assistance to urban counties in the
northern or southern one-half of Indiana. The incumbent’s
primary responsibilities include minimizing/mitigating
human/wildlife conflicts, promoting sustainable natural
resource planning, enhancing and mitigating wildlife habitat
through local planning initiatives, and promoting fish and
wildlife related outdoor recreational and educational
experiences.
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Promote sustainable natural resource planning and
development strategies
o Encourage planners and developers to
utilize conservation-friendly practices
o Incorporate habitat modification practices
into development designs
o Promote green space and green corridors
for multi-purpose resource conservation
and recreation.
Work with non-traditional cooperators in urban and
suburban areas to create wildlife habitat
o Work closely with IWF to promote
Backyard Habitat Program
o Work closely with Master Naturalist
program
o Seek out alternative sources of funding for
urban wildlife programs
Wildlife Conflict Management
o Share with local resource personnel where
wildlife conflict abatement resources can
be found,
o Conduct wildlife conflict workshops,
o Conduct the annual goose management
workshop, and
o Work with appropriate parties to implement
habitat modification practices where
needed.
o Promote urban deer management
programs
Promote fish and wildlife recreation activities
o Work closely with schools, local parks
departments, and conservation
organizations to promote and offer fish and
wildlife recreational activities.
o Work with local units of government to craft
hunting and trapping friendly ordinances
This position reports directly to a Regional Supervisor,
(Natural Science Manager I position).
Responsibilities:
Conduct field investigations and surveys to
gather data on wildlife and population
status, resource utilization, and
management needs; provide technical
assistance and verbal/written management
recommendations to private landowners,
other state and federal agencies, and local
units of government regarding the
development, enhancement, restoration and
management and recreational values of
wildlife habitat and wildlife populations.
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Investigate wildlife damage
complaints, provide suggestions
for alleviating the problem and
issue permits for the trapping,
removal, destruction or relocation
of specific wildlife according to
state/federal laws and policies.
Conduct wildlife conflict field days
and workshops, administer the
division’s policies regarding wildlife
conflict management, especially as
it applies to urban waterfowl and
deer.
Promote the division’s urban deer
management program.
Conduct Canada goose
management training for nuisance
wildlife control operators and
administer all facets of that
program.
Seek outside grant opportunities
to provide financial incentive
programs for the development,
enhancement, or restoration of
urban wildlife habitat.
Conduct environmental reviews
and provide recommendations to
DNR for the mitigation of fish &
wildlife losses resulting from
construction projects in floodways
& wetlands.
Assist other biologists on largescale research & management
projects.
Maintain public and work relations
with other biologists, various state
and federal agencies, accredited
academic agencies and
communities and the general
public utilizing public speaking,
mass media and written
communication and professional
communication techniques.
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Prepare and present evidence
exhibits in court and perform as an
expert witness in courts of law
and/or hearings.
Work with other federal, state, and
local government agencies when
necessary to accomplish division
objectives.
Prepare reports, evaluations, as
necessary for division or
department executives, the
governor's office, or legislators.
Minimum Qualifications:
Specialized knowledge of biological
principals, ecological variables and
interactions, wildlife habitat management
techniques, and life histories of wildlife
species developed through education, on
the job training and relevant experience with
a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree
from an accredited college or university in
wildlife management, or a closely related
field.
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Specialized knowledge of scientific
methods, procedures and theories
applicable to the management and
study of fish and wildlife
populations.
Ability to obtain and maintain
certification as a Commercial
Pesticide Applicator in Indiana and
obtain basic prescribed fire
training.
Must possess a valid Indiana
driver's license.
Must have excellent oral & written
communication skills; must have
excellent organizational skills and
ability to prioritize variable
workloads and multiple projects.
Must have working knowledge of
computer software to include
WORD, EXEL, ACESS, and
ArcGIS must operate and maintain
a wide variety of equipment.
Thorough knowledge and
understanding of state,
department, and division
administrative policies and
procedures pertinent to the
management of the assigned fish
and wildlife property.
Ability to be creative at solving
problems and developing
alternatives in response to
unforseen obstacles that come up
during the course of carrying out
normal duties. Extensive ability to
communicate with fellow
professionals, division and
department executives,
subordinates, the general public,
and the news media concerning
Division programs and projects.
Additional Comments:
The incumbent performs his duties in a
variety of different environments, including
an office environment, field environment,
rugged terrain, and various adverse
weather conditions (extreme heat, cold,
rain, snow, sleet, etc.). The incumbent is
required to do occasional heavy lifting of
equipment, tools, or materials. The
incumbent may be required to work around
potentially dangerous heavy construction
equipment and farm equipment (e.g. bull
dozer, excavators, dump trucks, graders,
back hoes, tractors, disks, mowers,
planters, plows, tree cutters, etc.). The
incumbent may be required to travel
occasionally statewide and/or out-of-state to
attend conferences, or assist with projects
away from his assigned region.
Benefits:
The State of Indiana offers a
comprehensive benefit package which
includes medical, dental, vision, life
insurance, retirement plans and accrued
leave.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Gary Langell
Private Lands Program Manager/Wildlife Research Supervisor/Wildlife Diversity Program
Supervisor/Bloomington Field Office Property Manager
TWS Certified Wildlife Biologist
Indiana Division of Fish and Wildlife
5596 E. State Road 46 * Note New Address
Bloomington, IN 47401-9218
Work: 812.334.1137 ext. 3300
Mobile: 812.360.3627
Fax: 812.339.4807