Wildlife Field Specialist: Surveys, Habitat & Conflicts

State of Wyoming; Pinedale (WY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department in Pinedale, WY is seeking a Wildlife Technician to support wildlife surveys, habitat monitoring, depredation control, disease sampling, and public outreach.

The role includes collecting biological data, assisting with elk feedground operations, and answering questions from the public in person and by phone. A valid driver's license is required and some field travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in wildlife management or related natural resource field preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist regional personnel with collection of biological data and observations during wildlife surveys.
• Assist with depredation control for big game, game birds, and trophy game animals.
• Assist with wildlife conflict situations in urban and rural settings.
• Communicate with homeowners and provide information on wildlife conflicts.
• Collect disease samples from harvested wildlife and record data for surveillance programs.
• Assist with elk feedground operations as needed.
• Record harvest data (species, age, sex) from hunters in the field.

Skills

Wildlife surveys

Data collection

ArcGIS

GPS navigation

Vehicle operation

Communication

Education

Bachelors in wildlife management

Tools

ArcGIS

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Job description

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department in Pinedale, WY is seeking a Wildlife Technician to support wildlife surveys, habitat monitoring, depredation control, disease sampling, and public outreach.

The role includes collecting biological data, assisting with elk feedground operations, and answering questions from the public in person and by phone. A valid driver's license is required and some field travel is expected.