Wildlife Biologist I

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | NON-CHAPTER | 37.Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources
207 YMCA Way
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.
A GFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit)employee in a permanent position.
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.
A knowledge of the conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill.
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
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: Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Incumbents in this job title spend the majority of time outdoors performing duties.