Wildlife Refuge Programs Director

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); Waubay Township (SD); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is seeking a supervisory leader to oversee wildlife resource management at a National Wildlife Refuge/WMD.

The role requires directing a multidisciplinary team, building strong partnerships with partners and local communities, and administering conservation easements and fee-title lands. The position focuses on strategic planning, program evaluation, and ensuring mission alignment with federal wildlife policies.

Qualifications

• Basic Educational Requirements including zoology, wildlife or biology with specified coursework.
• Specialized experience required: plan and direct management operations in a natural resource setting; wildlife program planning and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and manage resolution of complicated resource use issues related to a National Wildlife Refuge/WMD.
• Supervise a multidisciplinary staff and build partnerships with communities and stakeholders.
• Administer conservation easements and manage FWS lands and related programs.

Education

Degree: zoology/wildlife management/biology (with zoology and wildlife courses)

Combination of education and experience including relevant coursework

Job description

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is seeking a supervisory leader to oversee wildlife resource management at a National Wildlife Refuge/WMD.

The role requires directing a multidisciplinary team, building strong partnerships with partners and local communities, and administering conservation easements and fee-title lands. The position focuses on strategic planning, program evaluation, and ensuring mission alignment with federal wildlife policies.