Senior Wildlife Technician: Habitat & Field Programs

IdahoPTV; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans (401k/457)

Job summary

Idaho Department of Fish and Game in Boise, ID is seeking a Senior Wildlife Technician - Habitat to implement habitat programs and oversee field operations on the Boise River WMA. You will supervise seasonal staff, plan weed control, assist with restoration, and interact with private landowners, sportsmen, and agencies.

The role requires strong knowledge of wildlife ecology, habitat practices, and data management.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of wildlife ecology and habitat requirements.
• Good knowledge of habitat development practices and procedures.
• Experience recording, summarizing, and analyzing wildlife data.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply habitat management and restoration practices including seeding, planting, and noxious weed control.
• Participate in wildlife population surveys and collect harvest data for check stations.
• Maintain databases and assist with report writing.
• Serve as liaison to the public and other agencies regarding wildlife and habitat programs.
• Use GIS to map location data and habitats and conduct simple analyses.
• Maintain fences, roads, and related infrastructure.

Skills

Wildlife ecology

Habitat management

Data analysis

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in wildlife-related field

Bachelor's degree in wildlife-related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

Idaho Department of Fish and Game in Boise, ID is seeking a Senior Wildlife Technician - Habitat to implement habitat programs and oversee field operations on the Boise River WMA. You will supervise seasonal staff, plan weed control, assist with restoration, and interact with private landowners, sportsmen, and agencies.

The role requires strong knowledge of wildlife ecology, habitat practices, and data management.