Wetland Biologist — Private Lands Conservation

Ducks Unlimited, Inc.; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. is seeking a Wetland Biologist to deliver wetland conservation easements and practices in Kentucky. The role is full-time from Mayfield, KY, working with NRCS, coastal partners, and DU’s Great Lakes Atlantic Regional Office to advance wetland restoration and protection.

The position emphasizes technical and field work, travel, and collaboration with landowners, NRCS staff, and stakeholders. Training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in natural resource conservation, agriculture, wildlife management, or a closely related field.
• At least 2 years of experience managing wetland systems is highly preferred.
• Combination of office and extensive field work required.
• Field duties may require working in extreme or inclement weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-the-field, programmatic, and technical assistance for state and federal wetland conservation programs on private lands.
• Conduct site visits to develop wetland habitat management plans and determine eligibility for USDA Farm Bill, DU land protection, and other conservation programs.
• Work directly with landowners to promote and enhance wetland conservation practices that improve water quality and wildlife habitat.
• Assist with required monitoring of WRE and other conservation program lands to ensure program intent is met and identify enhancement opportunities.
• Develop Compatible Use Authorizations (CUAs) for approval under the NRCS WRE Program.

Skills

Field work

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in natural resources conservation or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ducks Unlimited, Inc. is seeking a Wetland Biologist to deliver wetland conservation easements and practices in Kentucky. The role is full-time from Mayfield, KY, working with NRCS, coastal partners, and DU’s Great Lakes Atlantic Regional Office to advance wetland restoration and protection.

The position emphasizes technical and field work, travel, and collaboration with landowners, NRCS staff, and stakeholders. Training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities are provided.