What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Scientist position at State of North Carolina?
Description of Work
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 Office of Conservation Policy and Analysis is responsible for informing, recommending, and developing statewide public policy and regulations for the agency. This office engages agency constituents and the public and seeks to understand their perspectives on the State's natural resources, wildlife management, and agency function. They then use this qualitative and quantitative data to examine current and future agency programs, policies, and regulations, to improve the chances of successful outcomes. The office is comprised of five main components: Policy Development, Program Analysis and Evaluation (Agency Relevancy), Rulemaking, Community Engagement, and Social Science.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting applications for the Social Scientist (Social Research Specialist II) for the Office of Conservation Policy and Analysis. The Social Scientist is responsible for assisting in the planning and conducting of social science research to understand the attitudes, opinions and values towards wildlife resource management and conservation as well as the agency’s current and proposed policies, conservation strategies and programs. It is responsible for designing and reviewing social science studies, implementing methodologies for data collection and statistical analysis of data to meet project objectives, managing research projects, data analysis and management, research reporting and dissemination, and general agency social science guidance.
A Monday-Friday schedule is associated with this position which involves working 40 hours per week. This position is based in the WRC Headquarters in Raleigh, NC (Wake Co.).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear in the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. Applications stating "See Attached Resume" or including an embedded text resume will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
Qualified Applicants must possess:
- Knowledge of wildlife, natural resources, and/or recreation topics and issues;
- Experience gathering, analyzing, interpreting and reporting social science data;
- Experience managing a research project;
- Experience facilitating focus groups, interviews, and/or meetings.
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 a discipline related to the field assigned to the position from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of related experience;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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 (http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/ ) 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.
*State Employee Benefits*
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... https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits
*Employment Eligibility*
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*
For more information about the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, visit the WRC website… https://www.ncwildlife.org/
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.
