Wildlife Diversity/Natural Heritage Zoology Technician
Location
Elkins, Arkansas, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Contract
Experience
0-1 years
Compensation
$15 - $17 per hour
Posted
5h ago
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Summary
The Wildlife Diversity/Natural Heritage Zoology Technician will assist with biological monitoring and research projects focusing on non-game small mammals and invertebrates across West Virginia. Responsibilities include extensive field work, lab analysis, and data management using NatureServe methodology for species of greatest conservation need. This temporary role offers recent graduates valuable experience in wildlife conservation.
Under the direction of the Wildlife Diversity/Natural Heritage Zoologist, the Wildlife Diversity/Natural Heritage Zoology Technician will assist with biological monitoring and research projects related to non-game small mammals and invertebrates statewide, to include, but not limited to, raccoon roundworm surveys within Allegheny Woodrat habitat, Greenbrier Crayfish monitoring, and Motus wildlife tracking system installation projects. Field work will primarily be concentrated May-October, with office and lab components January-April and November-December. Lab components will include creation of voucher specimens and tissue sampling from small mammal by-catch, and sorting/identification of hair samples from hair snares. As part of the Natural Heritage Program, the Zoology Technician will concurrently assist in Biotics data management, data archiving, data review, data requests, and data entry of species of greatest conservation need (SGCNs) using NatureServe methodology and standards.
This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate to gain invaluable experience working for a state fish and wildlife agency and network with wildlife professionals. The Zoology Technician will have potential opportunities to assist the Zoologist with staff projects from all non-game taxa groups as they arise and learn Natural Heritage methodology. The position is allotted 2,080 hours annually with good possibility of renewal.
Minimum Qualifications:
A B.S. or B.A. in wildlife ecology, conservation biology, or similar field. M.S. preferred.
A valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required.
Experience with identifying regional flora and fauna, especially small mammals and invertebrates.
Experience using Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Excel and Access), Google Workspace (e.g. Docs and Sheets), and creating professional documents, presentations, and spreadsheets.
Experience using R/RStudio and ArcMap GIS preferred; preference will be given to applicants with experience in data management and R/RStudio competency.
Rabies pre-exposure vaccination preferred and will be required for handling live mammals.
Able to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands.
The applicant must be able to endure sometimes long field days in difficult, rocky terrain and working up to 40 hours in the field each week.
Must be detail-oriented and able to maintain a supplies inventory and make project purchases on a budget.
Ability to learn and solve complex problems independently in the field and office with little supervision.
Must be okay with carrying up to 50 pounds of equipment in the field.
Updated 5h ago
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0-1 years
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Permanent
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$15 - $17 per hour
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Company
West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
Team size
Growing team
Location
Elkins, Arkansas, United States
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) is a state government agency under the West Virginia Department of Commerce. It manages wildlife, regulates hunting and fishing, oversees state parks, and enforces boater safety to protect and promote the state's natural outdoors.
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Wildlife Diversity/Natural Heritage Zoology Technician
Elkins, Arkansas, United States • Contract