Job Description
Job Title: HWI Technical Assistance Biologist
Job Location: Raleigh, NC, USA
Job Location Type: Remote
Job Contract Type: Full-time
Job Seniority Level: Entry level
Description of Work
As of January 1, 2025, the new pay grade range is $50,633 - $88,607. The NC Wildlife Resources Commission Mission Statement 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. The Commission is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of N.C. fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws. The NCWRC employs 700 full-time staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, customer service, information technology, and administrative professionals.
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission’s Wildlife Management Division monitors the health and status of wildlife populations, developing and administering programs for their management and wise use and, when necessary, helping to resolve human-wildlife interactions in a manner assuring a diverse wildlife resource for future generations of North Carolinians. The division provides services in a variety of ways, including providing technical guidance to landowners wanting to manage wildlife on their lands and monitoring the health and status of wildlife populations. The Operations Program is responsible for ensuring agency programs and activities related to wildlife management and ecology are administered to local landscapes, landholders, other public and private entities outside the agency, and the hunting and non-hunting public.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting applications for a Conservation Biologist I (HWI Technical Assistance Biologist) for our Wildlife Management Division. The primary purpose of this position is to receive and fulfill incoming calls to the Agency regarding problem wildlife and human/wildlife interactions (HWI).
This position has extensive contact with constituents and members of the public and must deliver accurate information with regards to wildlife biology and management, animal behavior, problem solving and conflict resolution such that the issue is resolved to the extent possible at the first point of Agency contact. It is the expectation that this position will address the constituent’s concerns, questions, or situations without referring or escalating the call to Division field staff unless the position decides direct on the ground interaction is required. The position must interpret and explain division and agency policies, procedures, and regulations as well as provide general technical guidance and information to the public.
This position is HOME-BASED. 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 also has statewide responsibilities and will regularly require travel to assignments, work and projects based across the state.
The work schedule for this position will be 40 hours a week (Monday-Friday) with occasional evening and weekend hours.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified Applicants Must Possess - Knowledge of wildlife management and animal behavior.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
- Ability to work independently on assignments.
Management Preference - Experience conveying complex rules and statutes that apply to wildlife management and human wildlife interactions in a call center environment.
Special Qualification/Requirement - Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of employment.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail. Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or a biological science, or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in wildlife or fisheries management;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Some positions require coursework in forestry.
Supplemental and Contact Information
- PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THE OSHR JOB SEEKERS WEBSITE *
All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NeoGov Online Job Application System located on the Office of State Human Resources “Work for NC” website ( ) for the State of North Carolina.
If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627.
- 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.
All Required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form. Applications stating "See Attached Resume" or including an embedded text resume will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
- 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. 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...
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 about the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, visit the WRC website…
For more information about this posting, contact the Wildlife Resources Commission Human Resources Office. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. To check the status of your application, log in to your NeoGov account and click “Application Status”. Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.
Contact Information NC Wildlife Resources Commission Human Resources Office
Phone: 919-707-0101
Fax: 919-707-0108
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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Please select the option that best describes your highest level of education completed. [If you have started a degree program, but have not completed it, (1) list the number of completed CREDIT HOURS and (2) attach a copy of your transcript.]
- PhD or Law Degree completed
- Master's degree completed
- Bachelor's degree completed
- Associates degree completed
- Graduation from High School and some college courses
- Graduation from High School or GED
- Attended, but did not complete High School
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I understand that the hiring salary for this position will be determined based on education, experience and equity AND offered within the recruitment range of $50,633 - $60,126 (as listed on the posting.)
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I understand that this position requires a valid North Carolina Driver’s License within 60 days of employment.
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Do you have experience answering customer inquiries and/or providing guidance to the public (such as in a call center)?
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In order to receive credit for supplemental questions, you must provide information within the body of the application that will support your answers. It is critical in our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Have you provided support information regarding your qualifications (knowledge, skills and abilities) for the position in which you are applying?
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