Wildlife Conservation Biologist

WILDLIFE CONSERVATION BIOLOGIST II

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $25.07 - $31.58 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Karen Weir
Application Deadline 8/20/2026

Job Duties
Are you a natural resource professional who likes to be part of a team whose core values are integrity professionalism
accountability teamwork and cooperation If you are goal oriented have a passion for wildlife and know how to help
others succeed then a Wildlife Conservation Biologist with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is the job for
you! As a Conservation Biologist you will administer the wildlife conservation program in the Southeast Region
collecting field data on various native bird and mammal species and work towards conserving their populations and
habitat.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:

• Administer the wildlife conservation program for the Southeast Region of Utah
• Participate in conservation outreach with native species
• Prepare grants design projects develop research protocols conduct surveys analyze data
• Budget oversight
• Hiring and supervise seasonal employees

Qualifications

Minimum or day-one qualifications:

• MS degree or BS plus 4 years experience or directly related work experience equivalent
• Knowledge of wildlife management and conservation principles and techniques
• Knowledge of research and monitoring principles and techniques including sampling and statistical analysis
• Skills with a wide variety of wildlife field methods including capture and handling of birds and mammals
• Knowledge of computer software including GIS
• Ability to work independently
• Field skills necessary to work or camp in adverse or remote locations

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

• Knowledge of the flora and fauna of Utah with good field identification skills
• Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations
• Employee supervision skills
• Ability to work effectively on teams and interagency groups
• Rabies vaccination

About the Role
Location
319 N Carbonville Rd
Price Utah 84501
United States
Background Check Required No
Drug Test Required No
Schedule Code AX - Employees in supervisory positions
Work Schedule -Monday - Friday with some weekends.
Work environment working conditions physical requirements -
Ability to work in remote locations often in adverse conditions independently. Overnight travel is often required. Working odd hours late nights earlymornings several hour travel. Some call out pick up road kill etc.
Certifications/Licenses -Drivers license
Miscellaneous -On-call and travel are required. Housing may be available in Price UT at regional bunkhouse for a limited time.

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency
Work for an exciting state wildlife agency collecting data and monitoring hundreds of species of native birds and
mammals. This job offers a great amount of flexibility positive work environment and rewarding career in protecting
conservation species.
Division of Wildlife Resources
Utah Department of Natural Resources

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

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