Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I or II

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever; Colby (KS); Vor Ort; USD 27.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health, vision, dental coverage

401(k) plan with employer match up to

Student loan assistance up to $200/mo

Vehicle stipend up to $300/mo

Paid time off 15 days/year

Bereavement/Family/Sick Leave 6 days/2

13 paid holidays

Zusammenfassung

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever is hiring eight Farm Bill Wildlife Biologists across Kansas. You will coordinate enrollment in conservation provisions, work with USDA-NRCS and partners, and help strengthen working lands conservation.

Positions are grant-based with potential renewal based on funding. You will support private landowners, prepare plans, and participate in local and statewide habitat meetings.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in wildlife management preferred.
• Experience with Farm Bill, ArcGIS Pro, prescribed fire training, wildlife ecology, and agricultural landscapes preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance.
• Ability to communicate clearly with landowners and partner staff.
• Ability to work independently with diverse clientele.
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.

Aufgaben

• Provide technical assistance to private landowners and agencies through Farm Bill programs.
• Prepare conservation plans, implementation requirements, and reports.
• Coordinate contract requirements, site assessments, and eligibility determinations.
• Conduct outreach to accelerate program enrollment and awareness.
• Meet with PF & QF chapters and partners to coordinate habitat management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Communication with landowners

Independent work

Time management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in wildlife management

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Jobbeschreibung

Eight positions

Locations:

Marion, Iola, Jetmore, Lawrence, Abilene, Garden City, Colby, and Seneca, Kansas

Application Deadline:

November 25, 2026

Anticipated Start Date:

December 2026

Overview:

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are seeking 8 Farm Bill Wildlife Biologists in various locations across Kansas, to support the organization's mission of enhancing wildlife habitat through conservation programs. This position will work in joint capacity with USDA-NRCS and other partners to promote, implement, and coordinate enrollment in conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill and related programs, helping strengthen working lands conservation across the region. These grant-based positions are expected to be permanent contingent upon renewed funding.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance and guidance to private landowners, government agencies, non-government organizations, and other groups through federal Farm Bill programs.
• Prepare conservation plans, implementation requirements, status reviews, wildlife habitat evaluation guides, activity reports, and other relevant work products and documents requiring biological expertise
• Communicate program requirements and conduct contract coordination, site assessments, eligibility determinations, and training sessions for landowners and resource professionals.
• Accelerate conservation program enrollment and public awareness by conducting outreach
• Meet with local PF & QF chapters and other local partners to coordinate and support habitat management efforts and participate in local and statewide habitat meetings and trainings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in wildlife management or a closely related natural resources field preferred, but not required
• Preferred experience with the Farm Bill, ArcPro, Prescribed Fire Training, wildlife ecology, and agricultural landscapes
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agency staff
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail

Salary Range:

Up to $45,000 (commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience) with annual performance-based raises and the following benefits:

• Health, vision, dental and more insurance coverage plans are 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
• Vehicle stipend of up to $300/month for eligible employees
• Paid Time Off accrued at 15 days (120 hours) per year for new employees
• Bereavement/Family/Sick Leave of 6 days (48 hours) per year.
• 13 paid holidays

Contact

If you have further questions about Pheasants Forever, the application process, or this position, please contact Brenna Riley, PF/QF Kansas Farm Bill Biologist Manager, via email at [e-mail].

About Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever

Pheasants Forever, Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to wildlife habitat conservation. We are a team, working to ensure that we build an environment that has a long-lasting positive impact on pheasants, quails, and other wildlife.

Pheasants Forever is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, disability status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including but not limited to selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.