NE Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I or II

Forever, Inc; Porthmadog; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A wildlife conservation organization is seeking a Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist to coordinate conservation efforts in Nebraska. Responsibilities include habitat planning, providing technical assistance to landowners, and conducting workshops. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Management and experience in rangeland management. A competitive salary range of $43,000 to $46,000 is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health, vision, dental insurance

401(k) Retirement plan

Student Loan Assistance

Paid Time Off

Bereavement/Family/Sick Leave

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse personalities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct habitat planning and coordination.
• Provide technical assistance to landowners.
• Conduct workshops and tours for landowners.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication

Public speaking and cold calling

Exceptional customer service

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of rangeland management

Knowledge of conservation programs

Sound knowledge of wildlife ecology

Experience with prescribed fire

Good computer skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Management

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Arc GIS

Job description

Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I or II

Location: Thedford, Nebraska

Application Deadline: October 3, 2025

Anticipated Start Date: October 21, 2025

Overview

Work in a joint capacity with Pheasants Forever, Inc. (PF), the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission (NGPC), and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to promote, coordinate and implement the conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill and other wildlife conservation programs. This position activity is primarily to work on National Fish and Wildlife Foundation priorities including Working Lands for Wildlife, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, the Great Plains Grassland Initiative, and Pathway for Wildlife. Activities include providing technical assistance to landowners regarding rangeland and wildlife management to decrease Eastern Red Cedar encroachment in the Nebraska Sandhills.

Job duties include habitat planning, contract coordination, conservation plan modification, site assessment, landowner outreach, and minimal grant reporting. The individual will be expected to conduct and coordinate workshops and tours for landowners and resource professionals, provide technical assistance related to prescribed fire to private landowners and public organizations, and work with contractors to clear eastern red cedar. This position will be an employee of, and supervised by Pheasants Forever, Inc. & Quail Forever, and will also meet with local chapters of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever to help coordinate habitat and rangeland management efforts, participate in statewide habitat meetings and assist or coordinate activities and projects as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication as well as organizational skills.
• Must be comfortable with public speaking and cold calling, and have excellent people skills.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service, sales and promotion to producers interested in conservation program information and enrollment.
• Must be able to work effectively with private landowners, governmental agency staff and conservation organization representatives.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse personalities.
• Extensive knowledge of rangeland management, grassland restoration and wildlife habitat management techniques, principles, goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of conservation program offerings, including USDA Conservation Programs (CRP, CCRP, EQIP, CStP, etc.) as well as state (NGPC) and local (PF) programs.
• Sound working knowledge of wildlife ecology, habitat management and rangeland management including the ability to use various habitat management tools, such as fire or grazing, in the development of and implementation of a management plan.
• Prescribed fire and rangeland management experience is preferred.
• Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
• Good computer skills including knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel and Arc GIS.
• Valid driver’s license required with an acceptable driving record.

Education and Experience Preferred

Any combination of training and/or experience that will enable the applicant to possess the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A general qualification guideline for this position is a Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Management or closely related natural resources field and 1-year related field experience. Prescribed fire and rangeland management experience is preferred.

Starting Salary Range

$43,000 to $46,000 depending on experience with annual performance-based raises, plus benefits include:

• Health, vision, dental and more insurance coverage plans available.
• 401(k) Retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%.
• Student Loan Assistance program of up to $200/month for eligible employees.
• Paid Time Off accrued at 15 days (120 hours) per year for new employees (increasing after 3 years).
• Bereavement/Family/Sick Leave of 6 days (48 hours) per year.
• 13 Paid holidays.

To Apply

Please include your cover letter, resume, and 3 references as part of your application on our recruitment website at www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs.

For more information about the position, contact Ryan Lodge, Senior Working Lands For Wildlife Coordinator, at 308-750-1215.

Pheasants Forever, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other category that may be protected by law.