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Fisheries Biologist 2
Salary
$51,560.00 - $78,416.00 Annually
Location
Centre County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Department
Fish & Boat Commission
Job Number
CS-20212866-14760
Closing
9/3/2021 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
14760
Position Number
00109676
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau/Division Code
3332
Bureau/Division
Division of Environmental Services, Watershed Analysis Section
Worksite Address
595 East Rolling Ridge Drive
City
Bellefonte
Zip Code
16823
Contact Name
Colleen Henning
Contact Phone
717-705-7826
Contact Email
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is seeking a full-time career oriented Water Planning Biologist. Position will be located at the Centre Region Office at Bellefonte, PA.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The biologist in this... position will primarily conduct environmental reviews to evaluate the impact of a variety of water use programs on fish, aquatic life, reptiles, amphibians, and recreational fishing and boating under the jurisdiction of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC). Responsibilities include performing reviews and developing PFBC's position on water allocation permits, instream flow studies working with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP), Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) and Susquehanna River Basin Commission (SRBC).
Review and Comment on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission hydropower license and license exemption applications. Integrate results with the PFBC Division of Fish Production concerning hydropower licenses on lower Susquehanna River dams.
Serve as PFBC liaison to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, PA Department of Environmental Protection, Pennsylvania Game Commission, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, other state fish and wildlife agencies, various municipalities and developers on matters related to hydropower development.
Full-time employment.
Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with a 30 minute lunch period.
You will have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Bellefonte.
Part-time telework eligible upon successful completion of probationary period.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
Qualifications:
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience as a Fisheries Biologist 1;OROne 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 credits in fish biology, fish ecology, fisheries management, ichthyology, fish culture, fish physiology, fish pathology, limnology, aquatic ecology, aquatic entomology, water quality or other course closely related to fisheries science or aquatic ecology;ORAn equivalent combination of experience and training that includes a bachelor's degree in a biological science that includes or is supplemented by 12 credits in fish biology, fish ecology, fisheries management, ichthyology, fish culture, fish physiology, fish pathology, limnology, aquatic ecology, aquatic entomology, water quality or other course closely related to fisheries science or aquatic ecology.
Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of valid driver's license.
PA Residency is currentlywaivedfor this job title.
Donotsubmit resumes, cover letters, and similar documents. These documents willnotbe reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on theapplication(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.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
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 at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals)
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.
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Health & Wellness
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Work/Life Balance
We understand that there is more to life than work - and we want you to enjoy it!
For most positions, we offer paid vacation days, paid sick days, military leave, as well as paid time off for most major U.S. holidays. Alternate work schedules are available for certain positions.
Career Development
We want to help you grow and see your goals become a reality! Supervisors and human resource staff are available to help employees create a plan to develop skills for their current jobs or prepare for the next step in their careers. Employees can easily transfer between positions or agencies to expand knowledge and pursue new challenges while retaining leave and benefits. Additionally, there are a variety of programs available to help get you where you need to be.
Other Rewards
Commonwealth employees enjoy many other rewards, including opportunities for recognition, workplace charitable giving, and even special employee-only discounts.
For more information about benefits, health and wellness, work-life balance, career development, and other rewards go towww.employment.pa.govand click on the benefits box.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Fisheries Biologist 1 for one or more years full-time?
Yes
No
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CS-MET 1 Details - If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree or higher in a biological science?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Yes
No
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Have you completed 12 college level credits in fish biology, fish ecology, fisheries management, ichthyology, fish culture, fish physiology, fish pathology, limnology, aquatic ecology, aquatic entomology, water quality or other course(s) closely related to fisheries science or aquatic ecology?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Yes
No
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If you answered yes to the previous question, list the qualifying coursework below by course title and the number of credits earned for each course. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box.
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Do you possess one or more years of full-time professional experience conducting fish studies, fish investigations, or fish research?
Yes
No
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CS-MET Details - If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How much graduate coursework have you completed in aquatic biology, aquatic ecology, fisheries biology, or equivalent fields?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
30 or more credits
15 but less than 30 credits
Less than 15 credits
None
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Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered NO, type N/A in the text box below.
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - Field Investigations
Investigates, analyzes, and quantifies the chemical and physical attributes of streams, rivers, impoundments, or wetlands using water quality meters, field or laboratory titrations, and peer reviewed assessments.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience investigating, analyzing, and quantifying the chemical and physical attributes of streams, rivers, impoundments, or wetlands using water quality meters, field or laboratory titrations, and peer reviewed assessments.
B. I have experience investigating and quantifying the chemical and physical attributes of streams, rivers, impoundments, or wetlands using water quality meters, field or laboratory titrations, and peer reviewed assessments. I DO NOT have experience ANALYZING the results of the field investigations
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to fisheries science, fisheries management, aquatic ecology, or limnology.
D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employers where you gained this experience
Details regarding your experience investigating and quantifying the chemical and physical attributes of streams, rivers, impoundments, or wetlands
Details regarding your experience analyzing results of field investigations
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CS-EDUCATION If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - Fish Populations
Samples fish populations using a variety of active and passive sampling gears and techniques including boat, towed boat, and backpack electrofishing; trap nets; hoop nets; gill nets; and seines in lotic and lentic waters. Identifies aquatic organisms using dichotomous keys, reference collections, and other resources. Estimates and analyzes abundance, age and growth, and size and weight data of fish populations.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience sampling fish populations using a variety of active and passive sampling gears and techniques; identifying aquatic organisms using dichotomous keys, reference collections, and other resources; and estimating and analyzing abundance, age and growth, and size and weight data of fish populations.
B. I have experience sampling fish populations using a variety of active and passive sampling gears and techniques; identifying aquatic organisms using dichotomous keys, reference collections, and other resources. I DO NOT have experience ESTIMATING AND ANALYZING abundance, age and growth, and size and weight data of fish populations.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to fisheries management, fish biology, or ichthyology.
D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employers where you gained this experience
Details regarding your experience sampling fish populations
Details regarding your experience estimating and analyzing abundance, age and growth, and size and weight data of fish populations
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CS-EDUCATION If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - Data
Collects, records, and formats data during field investigations. Manages and develops spreadsheets, enters data into databases, and analyzes fisheries data collected during field investigations including statistical analysis, and graphical and tabular representation of data. Provides data to appropriate commissions, agencies, and organizations, or the public as needed.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience collecting, recording, and formatting data from field investigations; analyzing fisheries data collected during field investigations including statistical analysis, and graphical and tabular representation of data; and providing data to appropriate commissions, agencies, and organizations, or the public as needed.
B. I have experience collecting, recording, and formatting data from field investigations; and providing data to appropriate commissions, agencies, and organizations, or the public as needed. I DO NOT have experience ANALYZING fisheries data collected during field investigations.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to statistics, data analysis, computer science, or GIS.
D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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