Field-Based Fish & Wildlife Habitat Biologist

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) in Asheville, NC seeks a Fish and Wildlife Biologist to plan, design, and manage habitat restoration projects on private lands, coordinate with partners, and prepare documentation for funding.

This role requires specialized experience in habitat conservation, the ability to advise landowners and agencies, and to represent the Service at meetings and outreach events.

Qualifications

• Degree in biological sciences or related field; transcripts required.
• Experience coordinating habitat restoration or conservation projects.
• Ability to provide technical guidance to partners and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, and monitors habitat restoration projects on private lands.
• Develops management plans, objectives, schedules, and budgets.
• Provides technical assistance to landowners and agencies.
• Maintains relationships with landowners and partners for projects.
• Prepares funding documents, agreements, and reports.
• Coordinates activities with agencies, organizations, and stakeholders.
• Represents the Service at meetings and public outreach events.

Skills

Habitat restoration

Project coordination

Technical assistance

Education

Biological sciences degree

Job description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) in Asheville, NC seeks a Fish and Wildlife Biologist to plan, design, and manage habitat restoration projects on private lands, coordinate with partners, and prepare documentation for funding.

This role requires specialized experience in habitat conservation, the ability to advise landowners and agencies, and to represent the Service at meetings and outreach events.