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ChloetaEnvironmental Consulting

Wildlife Technician

Location

Asheville, North Carolina, United States

Work type

Hybrid

Employment

Full Time

Experience

2+ years

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

Posted

2d ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

The Wildlife Technician provides technical support for wildlife management and restoration projects, including data collection, habitat assessment, and field surveys. This role supports interdisciplinary teams and assists in planning, monitoring, and implementing wildlife and habitat management activities for federal agency projects, requiring significant field work and travel.

Job Summary

The Wildlife Technician provides technical support for wildlife management and restoration projects, including data collection, habitat assessment, and field surveys. This role supports interdisciplinary teams and assists in planning, monitoring, and implementing wildlife and habitat management activities for federal agency projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Job Classification: Permanent; Full-Time

Duty Station: Asheville, NC (Hybrid, 2 days minimum onsite)

Travel: Up to 75% (Travel required throughout the National Forests in North Carolina)

Duration: This role is anticipated to last 6 months, with the possibility of extension pending contract options.

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Conduct wildlife surveys, monitoring, and habitat assessments in support of project objectives

  • Collect, compile, and analyze data on wildlife populations, habitats, and ecosystem conditions

  • Assist in development and implementation of wildlife management and restoration projects

  • Map and evaluate habitat conditions and document disturbances or impacts

  • Support preparation of project plans, reports, and environmental documentation (NEPA/ESA)

  • Coordinate wildlife activities with other resource programs (timber, recreation, fisheries)

  • Serve as field lead or crew lead for wildlife projects, coordinating contractors or seasonal staff

  • Assist with development of annual work plans, budgets, and project priorities

  • Participate on interdisciplinary teams supporting natural resource management projects

  • Identify partnership opportunities and support coordination with agencies and stakeholders

  • Prepare technical reports, data summaries, and GIS mapping products

  • Maintain accurate field data, records, and documentation

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Knowledge of wildlife biology, habitat management, and field survey techniques

  • Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret biological and habitat data

  • Ability to work independently in field environments and support multiple projects

  • Strong organizational and communication skills for reporting and coordination

  • Experience conducting wildlife surveys and habitat assessments in forested environments

  • Familiarity with NEPA, ESA, and environmental compliance processes

  • Experience with GIS tools and spatial data collection

  • Experience working with federal agencies or natural resource programs

Education and Experience

  • Required: Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, or related field

  • Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in wildlife biology or related field

  • Required: Experience collecting, managing, or analyzing wildlife or habitat data

  • Preferred: Advanced degree (Master’s) in related field

  • Preferred: Experience in the Southern Appalachian region or similar ecosystems

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, and work in rugged outdoor environments for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day)

  • Ability to navigate uneven terrain, forested areas, and remote locations

  • Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, noise, dust, and field hazards

  • Ability to travel frequently to project sites

  • Maybe moderate lifting (~25–40 lbs) typical for field gear

Benefits

Eligible employees receive the following benefits:

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • MDLIVE

  • Benefit Hub

  • Paid Annual Leave/PTO

  • Paid Sick Leave

  • Paid Holidays

  • 401(k)

  • Basic Life

  • Voluntary Life Insurance

  • Accident Insurance

  • Short Term Disability

  • Long Term Disability

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Updated 2d ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Wildlife biology • 1+ yrs
Habitat management • 1+ yrs
Field survey techniques • 1+ yrs
Data collection and analysis • 1+ yrs
GIS tools • 1+ yrs
Environmental compliance • 1+ yrs
Organizational skills • 1+ yrs
Communication skills • 1+ yrs

Experience

2+ years

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Government & Public Sector
Agency & Consulting Services

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodYearly

Benefits and perks

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationAsheville, North Carolina, United States
Work typeHybrid
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium7/10
physicalHigh9/10
cognitiveHigh8/10
executionHigh9/10
creativityMedium6/10
uncertaintyMedium7/10
communicationHigh8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Chloeta

Team size

Growing team

Location

Asheville, North Carolina, United States

Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific, and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness, and critical infrastructure requirements.

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Wildlife Technician

Asheville, North Carolina, United StatesFull Time