Mule Deer Seasonal Technician

State of Montana; Plains (MT); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance (after hours)?

Dental insurance (after hours)?

Life insurance (after hours)?

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement plan

VEBA

Zusammenfassung

The State of Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks seeks a Mule Deer Seasonal Technician to assist with mule deer research by developing protocols, locating deer, capturing and handling animals, and collecting biological samples in challenging field conditions.

Work alongside biologists and technicians, manage field data across platforms, and communicate results to project partners. This is a seasonal, on-site role with safety emphasis and potential for additional regional duties.

Qualifikationen

• A minimum of two years towards a bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, animal ecology, biology, or a closely related field, with completion of such degree preferred.
• Related work experience is preferred.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute protocols related to mule deer research with biologists and technicians.
• Locate mule deer through scouting and telemetry to identify capture locations.
• Capture and handle deer in winter and summer, collect measurements and samples, fit tracking collars.
• Maintain field equipment and manage data across software platforms; report progress to collaborators.
• Follow safety protocols in remote and adverse conditions.

Ausbildung

Two years towards a bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, animal ecology, biology, or a closely related field

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description - Mule Deer Seasonal Technician (26142754)

Position Title:

Mule Deer Seasonal Technician - ( 26142754 )

Resume

References

Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.

Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.

Effective June 22, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/

Job Duties:

Work with research biologists, research technicians, area biologists, and other staff to develop and execute protocols related to various aspects of mule deer research. Become familiar with people and lands in study areas, including special attention to private landowner relationships, road networks, and access considerations. Locate mule deer through scouting and telemetry to identify target capture locations during winter and summer seasons.

Capture and handle mule deer during winter (adult and subadult fawns) and summer (neonate fawns) seasons in support of mule deer research objectives. Capture methods will include Clover traps and other techniques. Collect biological measurements and samples from each deer and fit tracking collars for subsequent monitoring of space use and survival. Perform field necropsies in timely manner when mortality events occur among collared deer. Collect fecal samples from collared deer in support of diet studies and collect samples of important forage plant species for measurement of nutritional quality of forages.

Follow safety protocols while working independently in remote and adverse conditions. Maintain equipment such as field supplies, capture equipment, and traps, and communicate equipment needs for meeting study goals.

Enter and manage data across various software platforms related to study tasks, including capture and handling of deer, monitoring of deer locations, and collection of field samples. Summarize and report progress to project collaborators. Communicate with cooperators and the public regarding study goals and techniques.

Other duties as assigned. May provide support for other regional or research unit projects.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

Field work related to mule deer capture and monitoring will require use of special vehicles (e.g., 4x4, snowmobile, ATV, UTV) as well as hiking with backpacks of 40+ lb. in remote areas and inclement weather. Incumbents must maintain safety awareness under varied circumstances. Field work is often carried out in steep and rugged terrain during unpredictable weather conditions. Long hours on certain workdays will be required.

Drugging, trapping, sampling, and handling of wildlife require special awareness and precautions. Such activities require knowledge of drugs being used and proper first aid procedures to follow in case of an accident. Working with large and powerful animals such as mule deer poses risk of injury during handling. Handling of live and dead animals presents the potential risk of exposure to diseases and parasitic, bacterial or viral infection.

Incumbent frequently works independently, but there is routine consultation with Research Unit and regional staff concerning work decisions. Must be capable of making final decisions in areas of responsibility and determining issues that require further review by others.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

A minimum of two years towards a bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, animal ecology, biology, or a closely related field, with completion of such degree preferred. Related work experience is preferred. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : Not Applicable

Salary: $

22.12 - 22.12 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility : Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

3

Employee Status

Seasonal (less than 6 mos)

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location

Plains Agency : Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Oct 29, 2026, 2:40:48 PM

Closing Date

Nov 16, 2026, 6:59:00 AM

Contact Name : Kyle Lloyd | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.