Wildlife Biologist: Field Research & Habitat Steward

Nunez Community College; Minden (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries seeks a Biologist 1-3 for Minden WMA to support habitat management, data collection, and wildlife monitoring across multiple WMAs in the region. The role reports to a Biologist Supervisor and participates in projects statewide as needed.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a biological or environmental science or related field, with duties including land stewardship, data collection, and population assessment for management decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree required in a biological/environmental science or related field.
• Experience with field data collection and habitat management is preferred.
• Knowledge of wildlife populations and habitat assessment methods is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Participates in land stewardship and habitat management on Region WMAs, including surveys and requirement planning.
• Oversees projects related to maintenance, research, and infrastructure improvements on WMAs.
• Collects and analyzes biological data for population monitoring and management decisions.
• Performs duties necessary to support the agency mission and wildlife programs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources

Job description

Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries seeks a Biologist 1-3 for Minden WMA to support habitat management, data collection, and wildlife monitoring across multiple WMAs in the region. The role reports to a Biologist Supervisor and participates in projects statewide as needed.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a biological or environmental science or related field, with duties including land stewardship, data collection, and population assessment for management decisions.