Wildlife & Habitat Conservation Ranger

publicjobs; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage in Kilkenny invites applications for the Conservation Ranger role with the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS). The position is full-time and involves fieldwork to support nature conservation across Ireland.

Ideal candidates will have wildlife conservation experience, strong report writing and IT skills, and a valid driving licence. The role offers diverse field duties and opportunities to engage with the public.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in wildlife management or nature conservation;
• Good knowledge of wildlife and nature conservation;
• Ability to write concise, clear reports and maintain records;
• Good IT skills for word-processing, data analysis and report-writing;
• Demonstrable decision making and practical problem-solving skills;
• Physical ability for foot patrols;
• Ability to work on own initiative and independently;
• Good organisational skills and time management under pressure;
• Confidence and composure in challenging situations;
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills;
• Good communication skills in English (oral and written);
• Flexibility and resilience in a changing environment;
• A current full driving licence (Category B).

Responsibilities

• Conservation Rangers are the public face of NPWS on conservation management, monitoring species and habitats, compliance, and public engagement.
• Work as part of NPWS regional teams to implement nature policies and wildlife protection legislation nationwide.
• Field-based duties include habitat monitoring, invasive species management, and licensing processes where applicable.

Skills

Wildlife management

Nature conservation

Report writing

Data analysis

IT skills

Decision making

Independent work

Time management

Communication

English proficiency

Driving licence

Tools

Word processing

Data analysis tools

Job description

Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage in Kilkenny invites applications for the Conservation Ranger role with the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS). The position is full-time and involves fieldwork to support nature conservation across Ireland.

Ideal candidates will have wildlife conservation experience, strong report writing and IT skills, and a valid driving licence. The role offers diverse field duties and opportunities to engage with the public.