Wildlife Biologist (W/ GIS) - SC Dept of Natural Resources

Wildlife Biologist II: 

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Opening date: 12/14/2012 Closing date: 01/02/2013 5pm ET Open to external applicants State Salary Range: $31,182 - $57,695 Agency Hiring Range: Min $35,586 Max $44,438 Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time
Location: Charleston County, South Carolina Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Job responsibilities:
Generate an annual oyster polygon layer in GIS database format incorporating updates throughout the year as helicopter-based corrections are completed.  Coordinate with Office of Fisheries Management (OFM) regarding reassessment schedule.  Provide support to OFM for the annual production of permit (culture and mariculture) maps, incorporating information from OFM and SCDHEC and completing certifications of acreages.  Arrangement, implementation and post-collection processing of helicopter-based image acquisition (and/or new imagery acquired from other sources).  Production of data, maps and other digital products needed for reports, presentations and proposals as needed by the Shellfish Research Section manager (included for the NERRS Science Collaborative).  Assistance with Shellfish Research Section fieldwork associated with the SWG, TNC and NERRS Science Collaborative grant-funded research projects.

Minimum and Additional Requirements:
A master's degree in biology, chemistry, or related field; or a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or related field and two (2) years of work related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
High levels of proficiency working with ArcGIS and Microsoft Access; experience working with aerial imagery and database management.  Willingness and ability to participate in a variety of research projects in challenging environments (saltmarshes, oyster reefs, mudflats).

Supplemental Questions:
Do you have a Master's degree in biology, chemistry or related field OR a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry ore related field with at least two (2) years of related experience? (Required Question) Are you currently a DNR employee?

Benefits for State Employees:
State Employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system, the State of South Carolina offers a competitive benefits program for state employees.

Healthcare Benefits:
The State offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar.

Retirement Benefits:
In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, state employees are offered a generous pension program with options that can be tailored to meet employees' needs. South Carolina offers a traditional pension program, as well as the Optional Retirement Program in which employees have more control over their retirement investments. These programs are designed to help provide state employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs.

Workplace Benefits:
In addition, state employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave. Check out the link above to see a summary of the other benefits that are available to state employees. You can even calculate the value of an employee's benefits by visiting our on-line benefits calculator . Note: The above benefits are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

Job information and links to application materials can be found at the following URL: 

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/sc/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=564769&hit_count=yes&headerFooter=1&promo=0&transfer=0&WDDXJobSearchParams=%3CwddxPacket%20version%3D%271%2E0%27%3E%3Cheader%2F%3E%3Cdata%3E%3Cstruct%3E%3Cvar%20name%3D%27CATEGORYID%27%3E%3Cstring%3E%2D1%3C%2Fstring%3E%3C%2Fvar%3E% 3Cvar%20name%3D%27PROMOTIONALJOBS%27%3E%3Cstring%3E0%3C%2Fstring%3E%3C%2Fvar%3E%3Cvar%20name%3D%27TRANSFER%27%3E%3Cstring%3E0%3C%2Fstring%3E%3C%2Fvar%3E%3Cvar%20name%3D%27FIND%5FKEYWORD%27%3E%3Cstring%3E%3C%2Fstring%3E%3C%2Fvar%3E%3C%2Fstruct%3E%3C%2Fdata%3E%3C%2FwddxPacket%3E

Contact for this position:
Peter Kingsley-Smith
Associate Marine Scientist
SCDNR Marine Resources Research Institute
217 Fort Johnson Road
Charleston SC 29422-2559
Tel. No. 843-953-9840
Fax. No. 843-953-9820
E-mail: kingsleysmithp@dnr.sc.gov

http://www.dnr.sc.gov/marine/mrri/index.html
http://spinner.cofc.edu/marine/directory/individuals/ecology/kingsley-smith.html