Wildlife Habitat Technician - Private Lands Access & Areas

State of Washington; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a Wildlife Area & Private Lands Technician to provide technical support for Sunnyside Snake River Wildlife Area and private lands access sites. The role focuses on habitat improvements, weed suppression, and public recreation opportunities, collaborating with the Private Lands Biologist to engage landowners and expand access.

Responsibilities include maintaining sites and equipment, applying herbicides under supervision, and assisting with

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in habitat management, land management, agriculture, or natural resource operations.
• An associate’s degree or higher in natural resource management, forestry, wildlife management, agriculture, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• One year of experience as a Natural Resource Technician 2.
• At least six months of experience operating equipment (vehicles, ATV’s or trailers).
• At least six months of experience with hand and power tools in outdoor, construction, or habitat work settings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain access sites, signage, grounds, facilities, and equipment on the Wildlife Area and on Private Lands access properties.
• Implement Integrated Pest Management plan and apply herbicides as needed.
• Assist with habitat shrub plantings, native grass and forb seedings, and forage crop seedings.
• Assist with monitoring and management of wildlife area wetlands by maintaining water levels.
• Mow, disk, seed and lay fabric mulch.
• Communicate private lands program requirements and benefits to landowners.

Skills

Habitat management

Land management

Agriculture

Natural resource operations

Education

Associate degree or higher in natural resource related field

Job description

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a Wildlife Area & Private Lands Technician to provide technical support for Sunnyside Snake River Wildlife Area and private lands access sites. The role focuses on habitat improvements, weed suppression, and public recreation opportunities, collaborating with the Private Lands Biologist to engage landowners and expand access.

Responsibilities include maintaining sites and equipment, applying herbicides under supervision, and assisting with