Fisheries/Wildlife Biologist I

Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage

KPERS retirement plans

Paid holidays and vacation leave

Job summary

A state wildlife agency in Dodge City, Kansas is looking for a qualified individual to administer the private lands program across three counties. The role involves providing essential wildlife habitat assistance and managing special hunts on private lands. The ideal candidate should have at least four years of relevant experience in the environmental field, along with a valid driver’s license. This position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant technical experience in an environmental field and/or program.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Administers the private lands program of the Wildlife Division.
• Contracts Walk-In Hunting Access and Special Hunts.
• Provides wildlife habitat technical and financial assistance.

Skills

Environmental field experience

Wildlife management

Technical assistance skills

Job description

This position is located in Dodge City, Kansas and is supervised by the Fisheries/Wildlife Biologist Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Administers the private lands program of the Wildlife Division in three western Kansas counties, Lane, Gray, and Haskell.
• Contracts Walk-In Hunting Access, VPA, HACH, and Special Hunts on private lands within the district.
• Provides wildlife habitat technical and financial assistance through the Habitat First program and addresses wildlife disease and animal damage issues.
• Works with NRCS, FSA, Ducks Unlimited, and other partners to maximize wildlife habitat.
• Assists the Dodge City Area Biologist with duties as needed.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
• KPERS retirement and optional KPERS 457 deferred compensation
• Paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and parental leave

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant technical experience in an environmental field and/or program
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check