Wildlife Area Supervisor: Habitat & Water Management

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

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