Wildlife Technician

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a dedicated Wildlife Technician based in Laramie. This position plays a vital role in supporting wildlife management efforts while building strong relationships with landowners agricultural producers and the public.

In this role you will assist Department personnel with wildlife damage control activities wildlife damage claim investigations and conflict resolution efforts in accordance with Department policy. You will support wildlife data collection wildlife disease surveillance and sportsperson and public outreach initiatives to help ensure informed science-based management decisions.

The position also works closely with agricultural producers and other constituents to foster productive collaborative relationships that support Wyomings wildlife and working lands. Additional responsibilities include performing routine maintenance of Department facilities equipment and grounds to ensure safe and efficient operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys fieldwork problem-solving and serving as a key connection between wildlife conservation and Wyoming communities.

PREFERENCES**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to those with a four-year college degree in wildlife management range management or other natural resource fields. Other related training and experience will be evaluated.

Preference will be given to those individuals with field experience specifically safely operating vehicles (ATVs UTVs snowmobiles 4-wheel drive trucks and trailers) horseback and on foot in remote locations and under extreme weather conditions.

Preference will be given to those individuals with experience in firearm proficiency and the lethal removal of wildlife.

**Agency requires that the successful applicant possess a valid drivers license.

• Skill in the safe use of handguns shotguns rifles and pyrotechnical devices.
• Skill in interpersonal communications with employees landowners and the general public.
• Ability to obtain record and manage data.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to be self-directed.
• Knowledge of wildlife management concepts principles and practices.
• Well-developed communication skills (written and oral).
• Knowledge of general outdoor skills and hunting skills with applicable experiences.
• Skill in the use of GPS and reading maps.
• Abilitytopositivelyworkwithandfacilitaterelationshipswiththeranchingandhunting communities and other interested individuals as a team.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision and limited communication while in the field.
• Ability to make decisions under difficult circumstances.
• Ability to use small power and non-power hand tools fencing and building experience light mechanical skills and light construction experience is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate 4-wheel drive pickup ATV and snowmobile in various terrain and road conditions. Experience in vehicle maintenance/repair in field situations.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Excellent physical condition and ability to perform under adverse and various terrain and weather conditions.
• Abilitytoworkoutsideandperformunderadverseweatherconditionsanddifficultterrain often during long periods.
• Ability to walk in rough uneven terrain with unstable footing.
• Ability to work weekends holidays early mornings late evenings and at night.
• Will be required to work alone in the field in a remote setting and in adverse weather conditions.
• Travel and overnight stays may be required.

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Successfulapplicantsforemploymentmustpassabackgroundcheckpriorto appointment.
• Potential dates of employment are May 1 2026 - June 30 2027; dates are flexible.
• This position is a 12-month at-will contract. Housing is not provided.
• Contact information: Matt Withroder at .

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