BIOLOGIST DCL-A SHOOTING RANGE/ STATEWIDE Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/5070685) Apply  BIOLOGIST DCL-A SHOOTING RANGE/ STATEWIDE Salary $4,458.00 - $8,027.00 Monthly Location Statewide, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 513-212623-25 Department Wildlife & Fisheries-Wildlife Opening Date 09/05/2025 Closing Date 9/13/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions About this Job LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness. SHOOTING RANGE GRANT BIOLOGIST DCL -A Biologist position to manage and deliver the Shooting Range Grant Development Program statewide. This position is responsible for providing additional public recreational shooting opportunities through the operation and management of the LDWF Target Range Grant program. This program is designed to develop new public shooting range facilities and expand existing facilities in Louisiana. The position secures and manages federal grant funding in support of this and related programs, identifies and recruits organizations to execute partnerships to construct, expand, and operate public shooting ranges. This position serves as the department’s expert and advisor to agency staff and the public regarding shooting range development and operations. BIOLOGIST DCL-A - HUNTER EDUCATION PROGRAM / SHOOTING RANGE PARTNERSHIP COORDINATOR The incumbent serves as the department’s expert and advisor to agency staff and the public regarding shooting range development and operations. Wildlife conservation programs of the department are largely funded by recreational shooters and hunters. Providing additional recreational shooting opportunities through the development of new shooting ranges and expansion of existing shooting ranges promotes the “user pays, user benefits” North American Model of Conservation. This job is designated as a Dual Career Ladder job as defined in C.S. Rule 1.14.1.1 regarding performance of higher level complex duties and possession of advanced specialized skills. This position will report directly to the Education Program Manager. An ideal candidate will possess: + Background in firearm safety. + Background in grants management. + Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting. + Ability to communicate professionally, orally and in writing. + Ability to problem solve. + Strong work ethic. Minimum Qualifications A bachelor’s degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus four years of experience in wildlife or fisheries, forestry, or environmental science; OR A non-thesis master's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus three years of the required specialized experience; OR A master's degree with a completed thesis or a doctorate in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus two years of the required specialized experience. Supplemental Qualification for this Dual Career Ladder (DCL) position: Four years of experience in hunter or wildlife education, shooting sports education or shooting range operations or wildlife policy and/or regulations development. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=167470) . Job Duties and Other Information ESSENTIAL DUTIES + Develop, apply for, and manage grants to secure and provide funds for the development and expansion of shooting ranges in Louisiana. + Proactively identify and recruit potential partners to create and expanding recreational shooting opportunities. + Work with department staff and partners to develop and implement agreements resulting in the construction of new, or expansion of existing, shooting ranges in Louisiana. + Administer grants and associated programs effectively to ensure target objectives are met. + Provide strategies and potential funding sources to assist individual ranges in meeting range objectives. POSITION- SPECIFIC DETAILS: This position is located in East Baton Rouge Parish. Appointment Type:Job appointment, probational appointment, promotional, or detail to special duty. If filled as a job appointment, there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a probational appointment should funding become available. Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected. HOW TO APPLY No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification. A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT: Cassandra Louis Department of Wildlife & Fisheries- Human Resources P.O. Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 clouis@wlf.la.gov The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization. Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: + New Year's Day + Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, + Mardi Gras, + Good Friday, + Memorial Day, + Independence Day, + Labor Day, + Veteran's Day, + Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. ***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): + Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system + Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), + Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others 01 Do you have a valid driver's license? + Yes + No 02 Are you able to travel statewide as required? + Yes + No 03 Are you able to work overtime as required? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Louisiana Address For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802 Phone (866) 783-5462 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email