Wildlife Management & Damage Control Technician

U.S. Department of Agriculture; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Wildlife Services division seeks a Biological Science Technician to support wildlife damage control efforts and protect agriculture, natural resources, and public health.

The incumbent will conduct direct control operations, assist wildlife biologists, maintain records of equipment, chemical use, and comply with federal/state regulations while delivering reliable field work across a defined area in Colorado.

Qualifications

• No specific education requirement for this position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct direct wildlife damage control operations within a defined area.
• Assist Wildlife Biologists by identifying damage problems and related species.
• Determine and select effective control methods in consultation with supervisors.
• Maintain inventories of equipment and supplies, locations, and losses.
• Keep records of chemical control use to comply with regulations.
• Follow restrictions and mitigation measures from federal/state agencies.

Skills

Wildlife management

Field operations

Data collection

Reporting

Job description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Wildlife Services division seeks a Biological Science Technician to support wildlife damage control efforts and protect agriculture, natural resources, and public health.

The incumbent will conduct direct control operations, assist wildlife biologists, maintain records of equipment, chemical use, and comply with federal/state regulations while delivering reliable field work across a defined area in Colorado.