From: Williams, Cindy [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
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Subject: Fwd: South Dakota Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator Announcement

 


Cindy

 

Cindy A. Williams

Fish & Aquatic Conservation Program, AIS & FIS Program Coordinator

US Fish & Wildlife Service

1875 Century Blvd, 4th Floor

Atlanta, GA  30345

 

404-679-4148-direct

404-679-4180- fax

404-345-4238 cell

 

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From: Dennis Riecke <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Thu, Jul 13, 2017 at 4:34 PM
Subject: South Dakota Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator Announcement
To: [log in to unmask]

 

If you’ve got a chance could you please forward this on to your membership lists?  This position will be the lead AIS person for South Dakota upon their hire.  If anyone has any questions they can contact me directly.

 

Thanks!

 

Mike Smith | Area Fisheries Supervisor

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks

20641 SD HWY 1806 | Ft. Pierre, SD 57532

605.223.7701 | [log in to unmask]

Please note my new telephone number

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From: Sayler, Will
Sent: Thursday, July 06, 2017 11:37 AM
To: Graeb, Brian; Smith, Mike (GFP); Barnes, Mike; Adams, Geno; Lucchesi, Dave; Brown, Michael; Fincel, Mark (GFP); Blackwell, Brian; Ward, Matthew (GFP)
Subject: FW: AIS Coordinator Annoucement

 

Please share this with any students, professors and AIS Contacts that you have.

 

 

This position became open when Mike Smith accepted the position of the Upper Missouri River Area Fisheries Supervisor

Current State Employees will need to access the job announcement through employee space.

Senior Wildlife Biologist (Statewide Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Coordinator(Job Id 8487)

Location

Fort Pierre

Post Date

07/06/2017

Agency

Game Fish & Parks

Close Date

07/20/2017

Employment Type

Permanent Employee

 

 

Description

 

Job ID: 8487
Agency: Department of Game, Fish and Parks; Division of Wildlife
Salary: $47,669.04 - $56,036.70 annually; depending on experience
Pay Grade: GK

For more information about the Department of Game, Fish and Parks, please visit http://gfp.sd.gov/.

This position coordinates and manages the statewide aquatic invasive species (AIS) program. This includes the implementation of monitoring and prevention programs at approximately 300 waters, the development and coordination of outreach and education efforts, serving as the state delegate to regional and national panels and committees, and coordinating the efforts of state and federal partners. The incumbent serves as the department's AIS subject matter expert and helps to develop policy, regulations and procedures to slow the spread of AIS in South Dakota; and will assist fisheries crews with fisheries management activities when necessary.   

A valid driver license is required and possess or be able to obtain a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) certification.

This position requires regular overnight and day trip travel across the state to coordinate with area fisheries staff and regional personnel. There are 2 - 3 out of state meetings and symposia regarding regional and national AIS issues yearly.

 

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:      
A master's degree with a fisheries-related focus from an accredited university is preferred. Experience working with AIS biology, issues and regulations; as part of a group of people trying to solve difficult problems; the public on difficult and controversial issues; and administrative tasks such as hiring employees, budgeting and planning is also preferred.

 

Knowledge of:

  • the principles and techniques used in fisheries research and management;
  • aquatic ecology and ecosystems, especially as how they relate to AIS species in South Dakota;
  • research, laboratory and statistical methods as they relate to fisheries research and management;
  • the principles of effective human relations and interacting with the public.

Skill to:

  • plan, design and implement surveys and research focused on AIS and fisheries management and report the findings;
  • work productively with public groups and groups of professionals;
  • design and conduct effective informational and professional presentations;
  • work with diverse user groups and partners.

Ability to:

  • work outdoors in adverse weather conditions;
  • work in boats and in wet and slippery environments;
  • lift gear and equipment weighing more than 50 pounds;
  • be self-motivated and work independently;
  • clearly communicate information and discuss sometimes controversial issues with staff and the public in a polite and professional manner;
  • coordinate and communicate effectively with various GFP staff and other agencies. 

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ELIGIBLE 

The State of South Dakota offers paid employee health insurance plus ten paid holidays, generous vacation leave accrual, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information visit http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus/workbenefits.aspx.


Apply at: http://tinyurl.com/y7ztegkn
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
500 East Capitol
Pierre, SD 57501-5070
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Fax: 605.773.4344

 

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

 

Will Sayler | Fisheries Program Administrator

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks

523 E. Capitol Avenue | Pierre, SD 57501

605.773.4501 | [log in to unmask]

 

 

 


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