Wildlife & Fisheries Technician — Field Research

Colorado State University; Louisiana; On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Game and Fish Technician position at Colorado State University is stationed at Fort Polk, LA as part of the CEMML team. It involves field duties in fisheries and wildlife projects, data collection, and coordination with CSU personnel to support Fort Polk conservation efforts.

Preferred candidates have field data experience, proficiency with MS Office and ArcGIS, and the ability to work in challenging field conditions on a military installation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; a degree in wildlife or related field preferred.
• Experience in wildlife or natural resource management is expected.
• Experience with field data collection and accurate recordkeeping.
• Proficiency with field data apps, maps, GPS units, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Field Work: implements fisheries and aquatic resource management activities and stocking.
• Office Work: data management, reporting, equipment inventory and coordination.
• Supports other natural resource projects including invasive species and other duties.
• No supervision duties; able to work in strenuous field conditions.

Skills

Field data collection

Fieldwork

MS Office proficiency

Data management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in wildlife management or related field

Tools

ArcGIS/ArcMap

GPS devices

Compasses/maps

4WD/ATV operation

Job description

The Game and Fish Technician position at Colorado State University is stationed at Fort Polk, LA as part of the CEMML team. It involves field duties in fisheries and wildlife projects, data collection, and coordination with CSU personnel to support Fort Polk conservation efforts.

Preferred candidates have field data experience, proficiency with MS Office and ArcGIS, and the ability to work in challenging field conditions on a military installation.