Seasonal Range Technician - Wildlife Refuge Fieldwork

U.S. Department of the Interior; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a Range Technician (Seasonal) to support the Quivira National Wildlife Refuge in Stafford, KS.

Entry on Duty is anticipated in January 2027, with scheduling variability due to weather, project needs, or funding. Key duties include data collection for rangeland programs, plan and map preparation, monitoring range conditions, and handling permits and grazing transfers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of routine natural resource management practices and related regulations.
• Understanding of plant identification and removal methods.
• Skill and/or ability to safely mix, handle, and apply pesticides used in plant eradication.
• Knowledge of database management, word processing, and GPS data handling.

Responsibilities

• Collects information from records or field to develop and revise rangeland programs.
• Prepares data tables, graphics, and maps for plans.
• Monitors allotments to determine range condition and maintenance needs.
• Performs range administration tasks like grazing transfers and permit renewals.
• Assists in on-the-ground projects such as water systems, fencing, and weed control.
• Uses instruments like engineer's level, transit, and GPS to locate conservation project markers.

Skills

Resource management

Plant identification methods

Pesticide handling

GPS data handling

Tools

GPS device

Job description

The U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a Range Technician (Seasonal) to support the Quivira National Wildlife Refuge in Stafford, KS.

Entry on Duty is anticipated in January 2027, with scheduling variability due to weather, project needs, or funding. Key duties include data collection for rangeland programs, plan and map preparation, monitoring range conditions, and handling permits and grazing transfers.