Habitat & Access Specialist

Pinedale, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Habitat and Access Specialist performs a wide range of land management and maintenance duties that support the development and stewardship of Wildlife Habitat Management Areas (WHMAs) elk feedgrounds and Public Access Areas (PAAs).

Based in Pinedale Wyoming this position works as part of the Habitat & Access crew to repair and maintain hay sheds stack yards corrals sleighs elk traps feeding areas irrigation systems irrigated meadows fences and roads on elk feedgrounds throughout western Wyoming. The role may also assist with elk feedground operations as needed.

In addition the Specialist helps maintain wetlands irrigation systems meadows farm fields fences roads signs and public facilitiesincluding restrooms boat ramps docks and camping areason WHMAs and PAAs owned or managed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. The position also supports general maintenance at regional offices and housing and assists with a variety of project requests from other divisions.

Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott /

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

Irrigation flood and gated pipe
Fence construction and maintenance elk fence and stock fence
Basic carpentry - hay shed building horse corral repairs
Operation and maintenance of farm equipment up to 250 hp tractors and implements. Haying cutting raking baling and stacking 3x3 size hay bales
Chainsaw operation
Weed identification and control
Wetland management
ATV/UTV and snowmobile operation and maintenance
WHMAs and PAAs maintenance
Office building and grounds maintenance
Operation of heavy equipment (backhoes skidsteers dozers telescopic lifts and other equipment)
Operation of power tools 4x4 pickups and trailers (gooseneck & bumper pull)
Provide outreach information and assistance to the public
Work on other projects that improve or develop aquatic and terrestrial wildlife habitats within the state
Position could require overnight travel that requires staying in campers tents or cabins with other personnel
Position will perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/** AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to those with a farm or ranch background or experience related to range management fish and wildlife resource management and habitat development
OR
Preference will be given to those with a baccalaureate degree in wildlife management range management ecology biology zoology or a closely related field.

**Must have a valid drivers license.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge and experience in farming
Knowledge of wildlife management natural resource management range management wetland management and habitat management
Must be able to effectively and safely operate trucks trailers heavy equipment tractors ATVs power tools and hand tools
Skill in written and oral communication and in interpersonal relations
Ability to work alone show initiative and exercise independent judgment
Skill in organizing planning prioritizing and managing time
Ability to listen be a team player and communicate with otheremployees and the public
Knowledge of construction principles and basic carpentry
Knowledge of safe work practices

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See Preferences

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Extended stays in the outdoors
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Position will often work independently working outside in all weather conditions
Requires strength and stamina to work in extreme outdoor conditions and pack heavy supplies to remote locations
Must be able to effectively and safely operate trucks trailers heavy equipment tractors ATVs power tools and hand tools

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check before appointment
Position located in Pinedale will run from March 1 2026 through November 30 2026.
Uniform rain gear and other necessary gear will be provided when in the field.
In addition to submitting the state application please submit a cover letter which includes career goals location preference and suitability for the job to Miles Anderson Habitat and Access Supervisor PO Box 850 Pinedale WY 82941 or email: .
CONTACT: For more information regarding this position contact Miles Anderson Habitat and Access Supervisor at

Supplemental Information

040 Wyoming Game and Fish Services Division

Click here 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:

Description and FunctionsGENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Habitat and Access Specialist performs a wide range of land management and maintenance duties that support the development and stewardship of Wildlife Habitat Management Areas (WHMAs) elk feedgrounds and Public Access Areas (PAAs).Based in Pinedale W...