Wildlife Biologist I
Location
Paducah, Kentucky, United States
Work type
Field
Employment
Full Time
Experience
Experience flexible
Compensation
$3K - $6K per month
Posted
6h ago
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This position provides technical assistance and conservation program support to private landowners. The role involves collaborating with KDFWR Programs, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and other partners to promote and implement wildlife conservation and management on private property across the Commonwealth.
Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth's Fish and Wildlife Resources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoors by fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky? Join us in the exciting, innovative, and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)!
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources strives to maintain healthy populations of fish and wildlife across the state. The employees of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife are passionate about the resource they manage. The Wildlife Division of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife is currently seeking a candidate to work within the Farm Bill Branch.
Responsibilities and job duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
This position’s main role will be to provide technical assistance and conservation program to private landowners.
In addition, staff will also provide wildlife technical support and planning at the NRCS Area Level.
The candidates will work with KDFWR Programs, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) as well as other State and Federal partners to promote, coordinate, and implement wildlife conservation/management across the Commonwealth on private property.
Activities will include program promotion (workshops and one on one meetings), conservation planning, contract coordination, conservation plan modification, site assessment and reporting.
Preferred skills may include, but are not limited to the following:
A knowledge of the conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill.
Knowledge of or practical experience with agricultural systems and farming.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agencies.
Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a biological science, wildlife biology, fish and wildlife management, conservation biology, natural resources, environmental sciences, or related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Incumbents in this job title spend the majority of time outdoors performing duties.
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Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources
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Growing team
Location
Paducah, Kentucky, United States
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources strives to maintain healthy populations of fish and wildlife across the state. The employees of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife are passionate about the resource they manage.
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Wildlife Biologist I
Paducah, Kentucky, United States • Full Time