Who we are:

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.

ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.

We are accepting applications for a Fisheries Biologist Supervisor within the Division of Wildlife, headquartered in Lake County, Fairport Harbor Fisheries Research Unit within the state of Ohio.  To learn more about the Division of Wildlife and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, please visit https://ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/discover-and-learn/safety-conservation/about-ODNR/wildlife. 

What you will do…

• Supervises wildlife biologists and technical staff (e.g. recruits, hires, trains, writes performance evaluations, disciplines); and serves as research project leader in planning and directing fish management and research projects at Fairport Harbor Fisheries Research Unit; 


• Oversees and conducts field research, surveys, laboratory analysis of samples collected, and analysis of summarization of data and assists in preparing fish and aquatic wildlife management, research and recovery programs;   


• Manages and is accountable for assigned state and federal fiscal budgets (e.g., tracks and records spending, reviews and approves payments, payroll, authorizes purchase of supplies, equipment and materials, develops and submits future budget requests, responsible for staying within budget allocation); elicits for and oversees internal and external funding sources (e.g., grants, federal aid) to ensure proper allocation and tracking;  


• Administers and participates in Ohio Lake Erie fishery projects related to the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, United States Geological Survey (USGS), educational institutions (e.g., universities), and other state agencies bordering Lake Erie shoreline and Canada;


• Represents Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Wildlife at meetings and conferences (e.g., interagency technical groups); develops and presents technical findings at scientific anand public meetings (e.g. presents information at national & regional technical conferences, presents information to stakeholders through Lake Erie forums);


• Supervises facility operations and maintenance at the Fairport Harbor Fisheries Research Unit (e.g., ensures areas and equipment are properly maintained and kept clean, prepares documents for equipment procurement, trains staff in safety methods, procedures, and techniques, oversees preventative maintenance, facilities and equipment).

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works outside; may be exposed to inclement weather.

What’s in it for you…

The State of Ohio offers an excellent benefits package which includes extensive medical, dental and vision insurance. At least a 14% employer contribution into your OPERS pension plan, Employee Tuition reimbursement program and much more.  To view all the benefits offered, please visit Total Rewards . 

We are ready for you!

We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources!  Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!

Completion of graduate core program in fisheries science; 6 months experience as research project leader (e.g., designs research project and objectives, prepares and oversees project budgets; develops and implements survey techniques; evaluates project results; writes reports of project findings).

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in previously cited areas; 18 months experience in aquatic research of which at least 6 months was in project leader capacity. (e.g., designs research project and objectives, prepares and oversees project budgets; develops and implements survey techniques; evaluates project results; writes reports of project findings).

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Salary: $32.00