Wildlife Management Tech Lead – Field & Habitat

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; City of Schenectady (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation seeks a wildlife professional to implement and oversee access and habitat-related management on Region 4 Wildlife Management Areas, including invasive species control and human/wildlife conflict responses. The incumbent will supervise staff and support wildlife surveys, data collection, and public outreach.

Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in fisheries, wildlife, or marine resources management or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee access and habitat-related management activities on Region 4 Wildlife Management Areas.
• Manage invasive species control using chemical and mechanical treatment methods and address human/wildlife conflicts (deer, bear, beaver, coyote, turkey).
• Assist wildlife biologist and EPS with surveys, collect biological data, assist with outreach and public information.

Job description

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation seeks a wildlife professional to implement and oversee access and habitat-related management on Region 4 Wildlife Management Areas, including invasive species control and human/wildlife conflict responses. The incumbent will supervise staff and support wildlife surveys, data collection, and public outreach.

Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of the schedule.