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West Virginia Division of Natural ResourcesConservation

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

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

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.

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Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Identifying regional flora and fauna • 1+ yrs
Microsoft Office • 1+ yrs
Google Workspace • 1+ yrs
R/RStudio • 1+ yrs
ArcMap GIS • 1+ yrs
Data management • 1+ yrs
Problem-solving • 1+ yrs
Detail-oriented • 1+ yrs

Experience

0-1 years

Certifications

Driver's License • Required
Rabies Pre-exposure Vaccination • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Contract

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$15 - $17 per hour

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodHourly

Benefits and perks

Health Insurance

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationElkins, Arkansas, United States
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleLow4/10
physicalHigh9/10
cognitiveMedium7/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityMedium5/10
uncertaintyMedium6/10
communicationMedium6/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

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 StatesContract