Depredation Research Technician 2025-01086
Depredation Research Technician 2025-01086
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Job Description
Description and Functions
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Depredation Technician stationed in Pinedale WY to monitor and evaluate livestock depredation as part of ongoing research with the University of Wyoming.- Evaluating the cause of death for domestic bovines in an area with grizzly bears wolves black bears mountain lions and other small carnivores.
- Collecting data and keeping records for population evaluation and modeling.
- Using radio telemetry equipment for locating marked animals.
- Preventing humancarnivore conflicts by working with business agencies outfitters property owners livestock producers and the public.
- Capture and handling of large carnivores when assistance is needed.
- Using controlled firearms and explosives.
- Data Analysis and report writing.
- Conduct damage claim investigations to determine the cause of death in livestock and wildlife and recommend damage compensation when appropriate.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference will be given for any combination of training and experience equivalent to a bachelors degree in wildlife management range management biology zoology ichthyology or a closely related field.
Preference will be given for experience in capturing and handling black bears grizzly bears mountain lions and grey wolves.
**Must have a valid drivers license.
KNOWLEDGE:- Ability to work long and irregular hours under some adverse conditions and extreme public scrutiny.
- Skills will be required to use firearms controlled pharmaceuticals capture equipment ATVs horses 4wheel drive vehicles radio equipment radio telemetry and power equipment and tools.
- The position will require working with dangerous animals in remote settings.
- Knowledge to participate in data collection analysis and report writing.
- Will require independent decisionmaking ability and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Will require computer and data analysis skills.
- The position will require heavy lifting and excellent physical condition.
- Knowledge of the ecology of large carnivores and other wild animals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None See PreferencesNecessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Operating 4wheel drive vehicles snow mobiles ATVs riding and packing horses for back country work and flying in fixedwing and helicopters in mountain conditions.
- Working in inclement and severe weather conditions. Oncall 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
- Working alone in remote backcountry locations.
- The position will require heavy lifting and excellent physical condition.
NOTES:- FLSA: NonExempt
- Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
Supplemental Information
Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
