Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I, II, or III
Faribault, MN - USA
Job Summary
Application Deadline: September 1 2026
Anticipated Start Date: October 2026
Overview:
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are seeking a Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist in Rice County Minnesota to support the organizations mission of enhancing wildlife habitat through conservation programs. This position will work in joint capacity with USDA-NRCS and other partners to promote implement and coordinate enrollment in conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill and related programs helping strengthen working lands conservation across the region.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to private landowners government agencies non-government organizations and other groups through federal Farm Bill programs.
- Prepare conservation plans implementation requirements status reviews wildlife habitat evaluation guides activity reports and other relevant work products and documents requiring biological expertise.
- Communicate program requirements and conduct contract coordination site assessments eligibility determinations and training sessions for landowners and resource professionals.
- Accelerate conservation program enrollment and public awareness by conducting outreach.
- Meet with local PF & QF chapters and other local partners to coordinate and support habitat management efforts and participate in local and statewide habitat meetings and trainings.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelors degree in wildlife management or a closely related natural resources field
- Preferred experience with Farm Bill programs ArcPro Prescribed Fire Training wildlife ecology and agricultural landscapes
- Valid drivers license required
- Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agency staff
- Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele
- Strong organizational skills time management and attention to detail
- Health vision dental and more insurance coverage plans are available.
- 401(k) Retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%.
- Student Loan Assistance program of up to $200/month for eligible employees.
- Paid Time Off accrued at 15 days (120 hours) per year for new employees.
- Bereavement/Family/Sick Leave of 6 days (48 hours) per year.
- 13 paid holidays.
Contact: If you have further questions about Pheasants Forever the application process or this position please contact Maura Curry PF/QF SE MN Area Wildlife Biologist via email at emailprotected.
About Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever:
Pheasants Forever Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to wildlife habitat conservation. We are a team working to ensure that we build an environment that has a long-lasting positive impact on pheasants quails and other wildlife.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Company Mission Pheasants Forever, Inc is a non-profit tax exempt organization incorporated in Minnesota August 5, 1982. Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever's mission is to conserve pheasants, quail and other wildlife through habitat improvements, public access, education and conserv ... View more