Habitat & Access Specialist

Lovell, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking aHabitat and Access Specialist for a nine-month position based in Lovell Wyoming. This role involves a variety of land management tasks aimed at the development and maintenance of Wildlife Habitat Management Areas (WHMAs) and Public Access Areas (PAAs). Responsibilities include improving wildlife habitats overseeing land use managing public access and monitoring environmental conditions. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to wildlife conservation and sustainable land management while working in a dynamic outdoor environment.

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 maintenance Pivot flood and gated pipe
Fence construction and maintenance Wildlife elk fence stackyards and stock fence
Operation and maintenance of farm equipment (tractors skid steers backhoes)
Knowledge and experience in farming.
Weed identification
Wetland management
WHMA and PAA maintenance (roads parking areas boat ramps etc)
ATV/UTV operation and maintenance
Operation of power tools 4x4 pickups and trailers
Work on other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to those with a farm or ranch background or experience related to range management fish and wildlife resource management habitat development or college coursework towards a degree in range fish or wildlife management.

***Must have a valid drivers license.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge and experience in farming and irrigation
Knowledge of wildlife management natural resource management range management wetland management and habitat management
Skill in organizing planning prioritizing and managing time
Ability to listen be a team player and communicate with other employees and the public
Ability to work alone and exercise independent judgment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See Preferences

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Weekend work will be required
Positions may require extended stays in campers
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Position will often work independently working outside in all weather conditions

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
The position will be located in Lovell WY (Yellowtail WHMA) (3/1/2026 thru 11/30/2026) and will have housing (cabin or camper) provided.
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 to Brad Sorensen Habitat and Access Supervisor 2 Tilden Trl Cody WY 82414 or email: . The cover letter should include career plans and suitability for the job.
CONTACT: For more information regarding these positions contactBrad Sorensen Habitat and Access Supervisor at .

Supplemental Information

040-Game & Fish Commission-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 Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking aHabitat and Access Specialist for a nine-month position based in Lovell Wyoming. This role involves a variety of land management tasks aimed at the development and maintenance of Wildlife Habitat Managemen...