Fish and Wildlife Management Foreman

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Taylorsville (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Training and development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources department in Taylorsville seeks a Fish and Wildlife Management Foreman to oversee habitat, wildlife populations, and daily operations across multiple WMAs.

Under supervision of the area biologist, you will supervise staff, manage budgets, conduct habitat practices and field activities, and engage with the public. The role supports outdoor recreation and wildlife stewardship across several properties in Kentucky.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a biological, natural, agricultural, or aquacultural sciences.
• One year of experience in wildlife and/or fisheries conservation or related field.
• Master's degree may substitute for the required experience.
• Experience substitution rules apply for education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct habitat management practices per WMA annual work plan.
• Mow lawn, maintain buildings, mark boundaries and operate farm machinery.
• Supervise and train seasonal technicians and monitor WMA budgets.
• Supervise quota hunts, shooting events, and recreational uses.
• Provide information on WMAs to the public and assist field days.
• Collect hunter and harvest data and routine wildlife survey data.
• Trap and band wildlife and perform employee evaluations.

Skills

Crew leadership

Supervisory experience

Wildlife habitat management

Agricultural equipment maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological, natural, agricultural, or aquacultural sciences

Job description

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10/26/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job Title: Fish and Wildlife Management Foreman

Pay Grade: 14

Salary: $44,074.08 - $64,816.08 Annually

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location: 1584 Overlook Drive, Taylorsville, KY 40071 USA

Description

Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth’s fish and wildliferesources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoorsby fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky?

Join us in the exciting, innovative and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and WildlifeResources (KDFWR)!

The Fish and Wildlife Management Foreman is responsible for habitat, wildlife populations and activities onall except major Wildlife Management Areas (WMA). Under supervision of the area biologist, coordinates activities oftechnical staff and implements daily operations, management and maintenance of the Taylorsville Lake WildlifeManagement Area, Rolling Fork WMA, John C. Williams WMA, Knobs State Forest and WMA, and Marion County StateForest and WMA.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct habitat management practices, prescribed burns, strip mow, strip disk, no-till, and conventional planting per WMA annual work plan. Implement WMA activities and agreements.
• Mow lawn, maintain building, facilities, mark boundaries, operate and maintain farm machinery and other equipment in compliance with department policy and manufacturer specifications.
• Supervise and train seasonal technicians in operation, maintenance, habitat management, process invoices, prepare and monitor WMA budget, maintain inventory, and complete routine reporting.
• Supervise and monitor quota hunts, shooting events, facilities, other recreational use of assigned WMA.
• Provide information on assigned WMAs to public, partner organizations, and agency staff upon request. Assist public lands biologist with field days and popular articles on WMAs.
• Collect hunter and harvest data, and routine wildlife survey data.
• Trap and band wildlife.
• Perform employee evaluations and recommends disciplinary actions when warranted.

Preferred Skills and Abilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Highly qualified individuals will possess strong knowledge and experience in agriculture and the operation, maintenance, and light repair of agricultural equipment.
• Crew leader and supervisory experience.
• Experience with managing wildlife habitat.

We offer a great package of EMPLOYEE and FAMILY-FRIENDLY BENEFITS, including:

• A 37.5-hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a biological, natural, agricultural, or aquacultural sciences.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have one year of experience in wildlife and/or fisheries conservation or related field.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree in a biological, natural, agricultural, or aquacultural science will substitute for the required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in wildlife and/or fisheries conservation or related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver’s license prior to appointment in this classification. Must be (and remain) eligible to hold a Commercial Driver's License when required by agency. Must maintain any required licensure (s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Must be able to work outside in temperature extremes for long periods of time and traverse rough terrain. Must be able to swim.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Wes Little at [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D