Wildlife Biologist I

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | NON-CHAPTER | 37.5 HR/WK

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location

Kentucky Department of Fish and WildlifeResources
207 YMCA Way
Glasgow, KY 42141 USA

Description

Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth's Fish and WildlifeResources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoorsby fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky? Joinus in the exciting, innovative, and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and WildlifeResources (KDFWR)

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources strives to maintain healthy populations of fish andwildlife across the state. The employees of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife are passionate about the resource theymanage. The Wildlife Division of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife is currently seeking a candidate to work withinthe Farm Bill Branch.

This is a grant funded time-limited (GFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a grant.The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to a GFTL positionis required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to a GFTL position is designatedas an unclassified (non-merit) employee. A GFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit)employee in a permanent position.

Responsibilities and job duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• The candidate’s main role will be to provide technical assistance and conservation program to privatelandowners. In addition, staff will also provide wildlife technical support and planning at the NRCS AreaLevel.
• The incumbent will work with KDFWR Programs, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) as wellas other State and Federal partners to promote, coordinate, and implement wildlife conservation/managementacross the Commonwealth on private property.
• Activities will include program promotion (workshops and one on one meetings), conservation planning,contract coordination, conservation plan modification, site assessment and reporting.

Preferred skills may include, but are not limited to the following:

• A knowledge of the conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill.
• Knowledge of or practical experience with agricultural systems and farming.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agencies.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele.

We offer a great package of EMPLOYEE and FAMILY-FRIENDLY BENEFITS, including:

• A 37.50-hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
• Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation) plus Paid Holidays
• Overtime and Compensatory Time
• Affordable Health Insurance with Optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness Incentives Program
• Training/Career Development Opportunities
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee Discounts on electronics, health & wellness, retail, travel/events/entertainment,services/education

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a biological science, wildlife biology, fish and wildlife management, conservation biology, natural resources, environmental sciences, or related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this job title spend the majority of time outdoors performing duties.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Cody Jarrett at cody.jarrett@ky.gov

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