Helene Restoration Infrastructure Construction Supervisor

Agency

Wildlife Resource Commission

Division

Operations, Technical Services

Position Title

Conservation Biologist Supervisor (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC20

About Us

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is the state government agency created to conserve and sustain the state’s fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use and public input. The NCWRC is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of North Carolina’s fishing, hunting, trapping, and boating laws. The agency has an operational budget of approximately $100 million and employs approximately 700 full-time staff and 100 seasonal temporary staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, and customer service, information technology and administrative professionals. The NCWRC Mission 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.

Description of Work

The Infrastructure & Construction Supervisor is an administrative and supervisory position responsible for supervising two Construction teams. The position is administratively responsible for eight permanent, full‑time employees, including the direct supervision of two Maintenance/Construction Supervisor I and six Maintenance/Construction Technician II positions that make up the Construction teams. The position is administratively responsible for development of annual employee work plans meeting job performance review requirements, approving activity reports, routine purchasing approval, maintaining inventory, and tracking expenditures of staff.

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, western North Carolina’s forests, watersheds, and wildlife habitats sustained significant ecological damage. In response, NCWRC has established a 10‑year time‑limited division to lead a comprehensive, multi‑year effort focused on ecological stabilization, species recovery, and long‑term resilience. This division is responsible for the implementation of ecological restoration and infrastructure recovery across aquatic species, terrestrial species, habitat, genetics, infrastructure, and invasive species programs in close coordination with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and other partners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

• Experience supervising field teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Experience coordinating work across work groups and with partners to meet recovery and conservation goals.
• Knowledge of habitat restoration, habitat management, and infrastructure construction practices sufficient to review and evaluate project plans and field work.
• Experience identifying challenges, conflict resolution, tracking resources, managing budgets, and project/resource adjustments to keep work aligned with recovery objectives.
• Experience with ArcGIS.

Recruitment Range

$70,478 - $106,020

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or a biological science, or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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. (NC OSHR: 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).

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.