Lead Wildlife Technician, Wolf Program (Field & Research)

U.S. Department of the Interior; Wyoming; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior through the National Park Service seeks a Biological Science Technician at Yellowstone National Park to support wolf management, monitoring, and research. The role includes leading or contributing to immobilization, capture, collaring, GPS tracking, and program aviation activities with helicopter and UA operations.

A focus on data management and safety is essential. The position offers developmental opportunities and requires a broad set of credentials and

Qualifications

• Field data collection and wildlife monitoring experience.
• Experience in wildlife research and data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in wolf management, monitoring and research.
• Lead wolf immobilization and capture activities including collaring and GPS tracking.
• Manage capture drugs and maintain accountability; maintain DEA license.
• Coordinate program aviation activities including helicopter operations and UA use.
• Maintain program databases and support data-driven decisions.
• Duties develop towards full performance level as you grow in the role.

Skills

Field data collection

Wildlife research

Attention to detail

Tools

DEA license

UAS operation

HECM certification

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior through the National Park Service seeks a Biological Science Technician at Yellowstone National Park to support wolf management, monitoring, and research. The role includes leading or contributing to immobilization, capture, collaring, GPS tracking, and program aviation activities with helicopter and UA operations.

A focus on data management and safety is essential. The position offers developmental opportunities and requires a broad set of credentials and