WILDLIFE AREA SUPERVISOR 1

State of Nevada; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement

Deferred compensation

No state income tax

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Longevity pay

Job summary

State of Nevada's Nevada Department of Wildlife seeks a Wildlife Area Supervisor 1 to oversee the Carson Lake, Humboldt, and Fernley Wildlife Management Areas. You will lead habitat maintenance, operate equipment, conduct wildlife surveys, engage with hunters, manage water levels, and coordinate with agencies to advance habitat and wildlife plans.

You'll develop budgets, supervise staff, monitor projects, and ensure efficient operations while protecting wildlife resources and public-use

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife management or closely related field with two years of relevant experience.
• One year of leadworker capacity in wildlife management required.
• Equivalent education/experience combinations acceptable as described.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets and control expenditures for multiple WMAs.
• Develop labor, materials, and equipment estimates; purchase items.
• Supervise staff, assign work, and train employees.
• Operate and maintain wildlife habitat, buildings, and facilities.
• Monitor projects, safety, water levels, and habitat conditions.
• Provide public information and coordinate with agencies.

Skills

Wildlife management

Leadership

Communication

Equipment operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or wildlife management

Leadworker experience

Alternative: high school + 4 years wildlife management

Nevada Wildlife Area Technician III experience

Tools

Survey equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is recruiting for a Wildlife Area Supervisor 1 within the Habitat Division. This position oversees the conservation and management of the Carson Lake Wildlife Management Area, Humboldt Wildlife Management Area (WMA) and Fernley Wildlife Management Area (WMA). This position is responsible for the maintenance of wildlife habitat by operating and maintaining light and heavy equipment, surveying wildlife populations, performing and engaging with hunters at check stations and in the field, controlling water levels in wetland areas, managing vegetation and maintaining public-use facilities as well as engaging with various government and non-government agencies. This incumbent will ensure effective execution of habitat and wildlife management plans; develop and maintain budgets for Carson Lake WMA, Humboldt WMA and Fernley WMA, participate in land and water right acquisitions processes, engage in discussions on water rights, land issues and grazing leases related to NDOW’s interests. Engage in collaboration with various government and non-government agencies, CAB’s and other organizations on wildlife-related issues.

Wildlife Area Supervisors manage one or more Wildlife Management Areas by planning, budgeting, supervising, and performing maintenance and development activities to provide for an efficient operation and preserve wildlife resources and associated habitat.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, wildlife management or closely related field and two year of experience such as establishing and maintaining quality wildlife habitat to meet the needs of a variety of wildlife species; operating equipment to maintain suitable habitats for wildlife; conducting surveys and inventory of wildlife and associated habitats; netting, trapping and banding of wildlife; and providing for security of wildlife management areas. One year of the above experience must have been in a leadworker capacity; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and four years of experience in wildlife management such as installing and maintaining wildlife structures; operating equipment to maintain suitable habitats for wildlife; conducting surveys and inventory of wildlife and associated habitat; netting, trapping and banding of wildlife; and providing for security of wildlife management areas; one year of the above experience must have been in a leadworker capacity; OR one year of experience as a Wildlife Area Technician III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Prepare budgets and control expenditures; develop estimates of labor, materials, supplies and equipment for projects; purchase needed items; negotiate contracts, leases and vendor services; complete reports and compile statistics; set priorities; oversee maintenance of wildlife habitat, buildings and facilities; modify work programs to meet stated objectives; develop goals and objectives; and resolve problems to provide for an efficient operation and completion of projects.

Supervise staff by developing work schedules and delegating assignments; prepare work programs including estimates of personnel, materials, supplies and operating expenses; develop and modify work performance standards; counsel, discipline, and train employees to accomplish objectives.

Supervise or perform a variety of operational tasks; monitor status of all projects and programs; operate, maintain and repair equipment; construct buildings or other needed structures; improve and maintain land and water conditions; provide biological expertise; inventory supplies and equipment; survey wildlife; net, trap or band wildlife; identify and treat diseases to provide for the implementation and completion of projects.

Perform security duties by patrolling, observing and providing information about fishing, hunting, boating and trapping laws to management area visitors; note wildlife violations and report to appropriate authorities; and implement and maintain a security plan to protect wildlife resources, equipment and facilities.

Respond to questions from the public and provide information regarding wildlife management area resources; explain procedures, rules and regulations; and give tours to enhance public awareness and education, and to maintain good public relations.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under limited supervision, incumbents manage one wildlife management area and perform the full range of duties outlined above.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Working knowledge of: farming methods and techniques conducive to sustaining and encouraging wildlife populations; operation and maintenance of light and heavy equipment; water conservation and water management techniques used to influence habitat for wildlife and to discourage undesirable vegetative growth in waterfowl wetland areas and in primary fishery impoundments; habitat management techniques; names, identification, life histories, habits and life requirements of wildlife species; common plant species related to particular species of wildlife and their requirements for stable populations; mathematics used in calculating water flows, surveying, estimating wildlife populations, and mixing commercial fertilizers and herbicides; safety standards, requirements and precautions when operating light and heavy equipment in construction or farming; use of herbicides, insecticides, fertilizers and plant foods to maintain growth of desirable plants for wildlife; safe and proficient use of firearms in hunting.

General knowledge of: basic supervisory techniques and practices.

Ability to: coordinate personnel, work activities, time, and assignments; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Recruiter Contact Information

Kristin Bowling - [e-mail]

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits

may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

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The Following Are Legal Holidays

• January 1.............................................. New Year's Day
• Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
• Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday
• Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
• June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
• July 4.................................................... Independence Day
• First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
• Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
• November 11........................................ Veterans' Day
• Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
• Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
• December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255.