Field Wildlife Biologist – Regional Programs

Environmental Conservation, Department of; City of Cortland (NY); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

New York Department of Environmental Conservation in Region 7 seeks a Biologist 1 (Wildlife) to oversee regional wildlife programs, develop management plans, and supervise technical staff. The role requires strong field skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in remote and adverse conditions.

The position involves administering budgets, communicating with the public and stakeholders on wildlife matters, and supporting agency initiatives across field operations.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree with 18+ semester hours in wildlife management, ecology or related biological sciences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with wildlife survey, monitoring and research projects.
• Ability to work in remote areas and adverse weather conditions.

Aufgaben

• Oversee regional wildlife programs for the NY DEC in Region 7.
• Develop management plans for wildlife resources.
• Supervise technical staff and administer budgets.
• Communicate with the public and stakeholders on wildlife matters.
• Support agency initiatives and field operations.

Kenntnisse

Field skills

Wildlife surveys

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelors in wildlife management / ecology

Jobbeschreibung

New York Department of Environmental Conservation in Region 7 seeks a Biologist 1 (Wildlife) to oversee regional wildlife programs, develop management plans, and supervise technical staff. The role requires strong field skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in remote and adverse conditions.

The position involves administering budgets, communicating with the public and stakeholders on wildlife matters, and supporting agency initiatives across field operations.