Full Time Waterfowl Biologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $46,206.00 - $78,540.00 Annually
Location : Colleton County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 191672
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 8/26/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Class Code:: LE60
Position Number:: 60015358
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Variable.
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $51,319.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $61,100.00
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 serve as a wildlife biologist for Bear Island located in Unit 4C.
Job Duties Include:

• Supervising and conducting the management of wetland habitat on Bear Island.
• Monitoring and controlling invasive plant species as they are discovered.
• Maintaining updated work plans and objectives in order to conduct necessary maintenance and repairs on the waterfowl area infrastructure.
• Maintaining necessary paperwork, performing purchasing duties, compiling reports, keeping up to date reports, tracking and adhering to budgets and updating management plan as needed.
• Supervising and conducting public hunt programs and other public use programs on Bear Island.
• Supervising and conducting maintenance of non-wetland related infrastructure and upland habitat on Bear Island.
• Banding waterfowl both on site and off property.
• Collecting other survey data as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
A master's degree in biology, chemistry or related technical area field; or a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area and two (2) years of experience relevant to the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to manage both freshwater and brackish water habitats for waterfowl usage. Ability to conduct public hunts for the general public. Familiarity with dike maintenance, bulkhead installation and trunk construction and installation. Experience in conducting rice trunk style management is preferred. Ability to identify wetland plants beneficial to waterfowl. Ability to supervise staff, manage budgets, collect data, and compile monthly reports. Ability to work with the general public, work early mornings and late evenings, on some weekends, and in inclement buggy conditions.
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?

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Do you have AT LEAST a master's degree in biology, chemistry or related technical area field OR a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area AND two (2) years of experience relevant to the job?

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• No

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