Habitat and Access Specialist

Sheridan, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is an integral member of a team responsible for developing managing and maintaining lands owned by or associated with the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. The position provides habitat expertise on state federal and private lands through coordination with various land managers to increase the quantity and quality of aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Work is conducted primarily on Wildlife Habitat Management Areas (WHMAs) and Public Access Areas (PAAs) within the Sheridan and Cody Regions.

The position is responsible for habitat data collection analysis and interpretation as well as the development implementation and funding of habitat enhancement projects. The position also develops and maintains effective working relationships with local state and federal agencies; private landowners; sportspersons; and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

In addition this position is responsible for the Sheridan Regional Office maintenance needs. Duties may include irrigation system maintenance noxious weed treatment carpentry and minor electrical HVAC and plumbing work.

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.

The position is an integral part of the Habitat & Access team that is responsible for the management development and maintenance of land owned and associated with the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. This includes WHMAs PAAs and Regional Offices.
Each WHMA will have wildlife habitat improvements recreation improvements irrigation systems wetland complexes fences department buildings and numerous other improvements.
Each PAA will have parking areas with recreational improvements such as roads comfort stations car barriers boat docks and signs.
This position will work on projects that improve or develop aquatic and terrestrial wildlife habitats within the state.
Position will be responsible for road maintenance irrigation and infrastructure weed identification and herbicide application wetland and water manipulation management fence conversions construction and maintenance facility maintenance and upgrades and other land management practices.
Position makes recommendations on the planning design and implementation of aquatic and terrestrial habitat enhancements.
Plan and budget to accomplish goals as set forth in the WGFD Strategic Habitat Plan regional habitat priorities and Statewide Habitat Plan.
Responsible for reviewing and monitoring various maintenance contracts for road work comfort station cleaning noxious weed control and other construction activities.
Solicits bids submits purchase requisitions makes purchases and submits invoices for vendor payments. Follows all fiscal procedures and accurately completes all necessary forms.
Responsible for the care safety maintenance and repairs of 4x4 pickups commercial trucks a variety of trailers heavy equipment farm equipment and implements ATVs and other position-related equipment.
Attend training to further education on current techniques and issues of importance in the wildlife management field.
Represent WGFD through interaction with the public and landowners to promote WGFD and other partnering programs.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to those with a bachelors degree in wildlife management range management ecology biology zoology agriculture or equivalent experience.

**Must have a valid drivers license and be able to obtain a Class A CDL with a current medical certificate within six months of hire. WGFD will pay for CDL licensure.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of principles theories and practices of wildlife sciences.
Knowledge of how to identify various wildlife domestic animals and/or plant species.
Knowledge of habitat and range management ecosystem function ecology of vegetation succession grazing management and wildlife ecology.
Knowledge of applicable laws rules regulations and/or policies and procedures.
Knowledge of natural resource management range management wetland management and habitat management.
Knowledge of engineering construction heavy equipment farm equipment operation and construction procedures for working on projects.
Knowledge of vegetation responses to various manipulation techniques including mechanical prescribed fire and herbicide applications.
Knowledge of noxious and invasive plants.
Knowledge of safe work practices.
Skill in organizing planning prioritizing and time management for self and crew.
Skill to evaluate and problem solve.
Skills in following and coordinating work plans equipment schedules instructions project plans and organizing personnel to complete projects and tasks as well as the ability to work alone and exercise independent judgment.
Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to foster interpersonal relations with employees landowners and the general public.
Must be able to effectively and safely operate commercial trucks heavy equipment farm machinery power and hand tools.
Maintains facilities and equipment as directed.
Skill in basic carpentry welding HVAC and plumbing.
Skills in the use of GPS and reading maps.
Ability to work independently with minimal to no direct supervision to be self-directed and to exercise independent judgment.
Ability to utilize a computer to prepare plans reports budgets and maps. Use and knowledge of ArcGIS Microsoft Excel and Word.
Ability to analyze and interpret data collected in the field.
Knowledge of aquatic and terrestrial wildlife management and habitat requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See Preferences

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to operate Class 8 heavy trucks heavy construction equipment farm machinery power tools hand tools and other equipment to complete projects and tasks in adverse conditions.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to work outside often aloneand perform under adverse weather conditions difficult terrain and often during long periods.
Ability to walk in rough uneven terrain with unstable footing.
CDL - Commercial Drivers License with a valid medical certificate (must obtain within six months after being hired; WGFD will pay for CDL licensure).
Overnight and weeklong travel required.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
1 position available (Sheridan)
This is an at-will employee contract.
Successful applicant for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
Housing is not provided
Please email a cover letter to Nathan Lindsey Habitat and Access Coordinator at . The cover letter should include career plans and suitability for the job.
CONTACT: For more information regarding this position Nathan Lindsey Sheridan Region Habitat and Access Coordinator at .

Supplemental Information

040-Game and Fish-Service Division

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Description and FunctionsOpen Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position is an integral member of a team responsible for developing managing and maintaining lands owned by or associated with the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. The position provides habitat expertise on state federal and priva...