Senior Wildlife Biologist: Field Research & Habitat (MT)

State of Montana; Stanford (MT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Sick leave and holidays

Job summary

Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks in Stanford, Montana is seeking a Wildlife Biologist to implement the state's wildlife management program. The role involves field investigations, data analysis, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to inform conservation and habitat management across public and private lands.

Candidates should hold a master’s degree in related fields and have extensive field experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Fish and Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, Range Management, Zoology or Biology.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience as a wildlife biologist or senior wildlife technician, including a research effort with publications.

Responsibilities

• Survey, capture and handling methods in various habitats, including aerial surveys.
• Work in rugged terrain with long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, manage data, and communicate findings to agencies, landowners, and the public.
• Apply habitat assessment techniques and data management to inform wildlife conservation decisions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wildlife population biology and ecology across multiple species.

Skills

Field investigations

Wildlife biology

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Fish and Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, Range Management, Zoology or Biology

Job description

Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks in Stanford, Montana is seeking a Wildlife Biologist to implement the state's wildlife management program. The role involves field investigations, data analysis, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to inform conservation and habitat management across public and private lands.

Candidates should hold a master’s degree in related fields and have extensive field experience.