Full Time Waterfowl Biologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $39,892.00 - $48,300.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time
Job Number: 191583
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division
Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Closing Date: 8/26/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: LE90
Position Number:: 61096247
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Variable Hours.
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $39,892.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This employee will be responsible for assisting with habitat development work on the Upper Coastal Waterfowl Project.
Job Duties Include:

• Assisting with wetland and upland habitat management activities including mowing fields and marshes, burning, discing, water level management and agricultural plantings.
• Assisting with construction, maintenance and installation of water control structures for Samworth, Santee Coastal and Santee Delta WMAs.
• Performing maintenance of physical structures and grounds including mowing dikes, maintaining roads and trails and maintaining campground and signs.
• Performing minor repairs when needed.
• Assisting with implementation of public use programs including hunts.
• Assisting with public hunt preparation.
• Providing assistance to WMA hunt participants.
• Collecting necessary biological data as directed.
• Maintaining all Department issued equipment.
• Maintaining familiarity with the three (3) properties of the Upper Coastal Waterfowl Project (Samworth, Santee Coastal Reserve and Santee Delta WMA's).
• Preparing and maintains records and reports as required.
• Assisting with banding activities.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and two (2) years of experience in wildlife, fisheries or agricultural work or an associate degree in the technical sciences.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Prescribed Fire Manager Certification, CDL, commercial pesticide applicators license and a Coast Guard Captains License.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledgeable in the safe operation, maintenance and repair of small and large power tools, farm equipment and watercraft. Ability to get along and communicate with fellow employees and the general public. Ability to perform agricultural activities such as disking, mowing and herbicide application. Ability to assist with controlled burns. Ability to perform limited facilities maintenance and carpentry tasks.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Are you currently employed with SCDNR?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have AT LEAST a high school diploma AND two (2) years of experience in wildlife, fisheries or agricultural work OR an associate degree in the technical sciences?

• Yes
• No

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