Temporary Wildlife Habitat Specialist: Private Land

State of Nebraska; Beatrice (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Disability insurance

Job summary

State of Nebraska in Beatrice, NE is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Biologist II for a temporary assignment to support habitat development and public access programs. You will work from the Beatrice office with limited supervision to implement Open Fields & Waters offerings and report on progress.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, fisheries, natural resources or biology, plus a year of relevant experience or coursework.

Qualifications

• Minimum: 1 year experience or 1 year coursework/training in fisheries management, natural resources, biology, and/or agriculture.
• Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, fisheries, natural resources or biology; driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of local agricultural practices and basic wildlife habitat management principles.
• Proficient with Excel, Access, and GIS is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work out of Beatrice Office with limited supervision to implement public access programs (Open Fields & Waters).
• Conduct site assessments, coordinate contracts, prepare reports and post signs.
• Provide technical assistance on wildlife habitat enhancement to private landowners.
• Collaborate with conservation partners on planning and project design.
• Coordinate agency activities and seek opportunities to broaden experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-directed

Wildlife habitat knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife, fisheries, natural resources or biology

Tools

Excel

Access

GIS

Job description

State of Nebraska in Beatrice, NE is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Biologist II for a temporary assignment to support habitat development and public access programs. You will work from the Beatrice office with limited supervision to implement Open Fields & Waters offerings and report on progress.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, fisheries, natural resources or biology, plus a year of relevant experience or coursework.