Biologist I – Private Lands Section

North Dakota Game and Fish; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department seeks a District Private Lands Biologist to lead conservation efforts on privately owned lands. You will partner with landowners to craft conservation agreements and habitat improvement plans that expand hunting access and habitat quality.

The role requires coordination with federal and state agencies, conservation groups, and other partners. Occasional equipment operation and field surveys are part of the job, along with community outreach.

Responsibilities

• District Private Lands Biologist collaborates with private landowners to develop conservation agreements including Private Land Open To Sportsmen and habitat enhancement projects.
• Coordinates with federal/state agricultural and wildlife agencies, conservation organizations, and partners.
• Operates habitat management equipment occasionally.
• Conducts wildlife surveys and habitat assessments.
• Provides public outreach and information to stakeholders.

Job description

Summary of Work

The District Private Lands Biologist plays a key role in delivering, developing, and implementing the Private Lands Initiative, including the Department’s Habitat and Access Programs. Primary responsibilities include working one on one with private landowners to develop conservation agreements, specifically Private Land Open To Sportsmen and habitat enhancement projects. The position requires close coordination with federal and state agricultural and wildlife agencies, conservation organizations, and other partners. Occasional operation of habitat management equipment is part of the role, along with conducting wildlife surveys, performing habitat assessments, and providing public outreach and information.

Wildlife Opportunity

This position offers an exciting and deeply rewarding opportunity to work directly with landowners to create high quality wildlife habitat and expand public hunting access on private lands. You will join a motivated, growing, and mission dr...