Fish & Wildlife District Manager

State of Nebraska; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Game & Parks Commission in North Platte, NE seeks a leadership-focused wildlife manager to supervise area operations, staff, and budgets. The role involves regulatory input, disease response, surveys, and public hunts coordination, supporting wildlife habitat objectives and public access.

The successful candidate will oversee budget development, supervise biologists, and coordinate reports to meet federal guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fish or wildlife management or closely related field AND four years’ experience in fish or wildlife management or a closely related field; OR Master's degree in fish or wildlife management or closely related field AND two years’ experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the development, operation and maintenance of assigned wildlife management areas by complying with state laws and ensuring public access.
• Supervise assigned biologists and support staff.
• Develop annual and five-year district budgets for operation and maintenance of areas and equipment.
• Assist with regulation recommendations and manage special public hunts.
• Develop reports and maintain records for compliance with federal aid guidelines.
• Respond to wildlife disease incidences and prepare reports.
• Represent the Agency on local or regional boards and committees.
• Develop and coordinate wildlife and public use surveys.
• Respond to wildlife depredation and nuisance complaints and provide technical assistance.
• Perform related work as required.

Job description

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33 Location: North Platte, NE Hiring Rate: $27.547

Job Duties

• Supervise the development, operation and maintenance of assigned wildlife management areas by complying with state noxious week and boundary fence laws, assuring reasonable public access, managing vegetation for resources and recreation, and assessing wildlife population status and efficacy of habitat management practices.
• Supervise assigned biologists and support staff.
• Develop annual and five-year district budget for operation and maintenance of areas and equipment.
• Assist with regulation recommendations and changes and manage special public hunts.
• Develop reports and maintain records necessary for compliance with federal aid guidelines and federal farm program requirements.
• Respond to wildlife disease incidences and prepare reports on such incidents.
• Represent the Agency’s interest on local or regional boards and committees.
• Develop and coordinate wildlife and public use surveys.
• Respond to wildlife depredation and nuisance complaints and provide technical assistance.
• Perform related work as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in fish or wildlife management or closely related field of biological science or equivalent experience in the field of biological science AND four years’ experience in fish or wildlife management or a closely related field; OR Master's degree in fish or wildlife management or closely related field or equivalent experience in the field of biological science AND two years’ experience in fish or wildlife management or a closely related field.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of wildlife habitat management principles including wetland management, goals and objectives; wildlife species; life history and habitat needs; research, statistics, budgeting processes and record keeping systems; and conservation statutes and regulations as they relate to wildlife as well as a working knowledge of current management philosophies, such as the conservation of biological diversity; landscape ecology and adaptive management. Ability to communicate effectively; set goals and objectives; perform heavy physical labor and work outdoors for long periods of time; operate and maintain equipment and power tools including chain saws, ATV’s, UTV’s tractors, skid loaders and trucks; work with little supervision; supervise and direct the work of others and develop and maintain professional relations with a broad range of agencies and publics

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans.