Hybrid Range Ecologist & Wildlife Biologist IV

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) seeks a Range Ecologist in Walla Walla, WA to design ecological monitoring, vegetation surveys, and research for rangeland management. This full-time permanent role emphasizes independent work, collaboration with managers and partners, and applying scientific literature to conservation practices.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (one onsite day per week, up to four days telework) with potential relocation considerations to Spokane,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, natural resource or environmental sciences.
• Five years of wildlife, habitat or ecological research experience.
• Familiarity with GIS and field mapping tools.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement ecological monitoring, resource assessments, vegetation and habitat surveys, and research investigations in support of rangeland management.
• Design and implement modeling and monitoring efforts for rangelands and apply statistical analyses to interpret data.
• Investigate research to guide stewardship of WDFW-managed lands.
• Interpret and apply research and scientific literature to on-the-ground rangeland management.
• Develop or refine and implement ecological integrity monitoring on rangelands.
• Complete resource assessments, vegetation and habitat surveys.
• Assist Wildlife Area Managers with grazing permit plans, leases, and evaluation frameworks.
• Provide technical assistance to internal and external partners on rangeland management.
• Provide education and outreach on range ecology and represent WDFW publicly.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Habitat monitoring

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/ecology/natural resources/environmental sciences

Tools

Smartsheets

ArcPro

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Job description

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) seeks a Range Ecologist in Walla Walla, WA to design ecological monitoring, vegetation surveys, and research for rangeland management. This full-time permanent role emphasizes independent work, collaboration with managers and partners, and applying scientific literature to conservation practices.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (one onsite day per week, up to four days telework) with potential relocation considerations to Spokane,