Fish and Wildlife Management Foreman

About the role

Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth’s fish and wildlife resources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoors by fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky? Join us in the exciting, innovative, and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)! The Northeastern Region Branch within the Wildlife Division is looking for someone to fulfill a Fish and Wildlife Management Foreman position. With supervision, this position will be responsible for implementing habitat management practices on public land in the northeast region. Location: 1486 Camp Webb Road, Grayson, KY 41143, USA.

Responsibilities

• Document knowledge and experience with various land management and forest management practices and techniques, including implementation of those practices.
• Provide support and input to public land staff and work cohesively with regional and department staff.
• Assist with specialized regional or divisional projects as needed.
• Work in other parts of the state for short stints will be required.
• Be able to comply with the department’s prescribed fire standards and herbicide application requirements.

Skills

• A working knowledge of farm equipment.
• Supervisory skills.
• Some computer skills will be required, general knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Office.
• Crew leader or supervisory experience.
• Experience with managing wildlife habitat.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a biological, natural, agricultural, or aquacultural sciences.
• Experience, training, or skills: Must have one year of experience in wildlife and/or fisheries conservation or related field.
• Substitution options: A master's degree in a biological, natural, agricultural, or aquacultural science will substitute for the required experience; alternatively, experience in wildlife and/or fisheries conservation or related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Special requirements: Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment and remain eligible to hold a Commercial Driver's License when required by the agency; must maintain any required licensure, certification, or other credentials for the length of employment.
• Working conditions: Must be able to work outside in temperature extremes for long periods of time and traverse rough terrain; must be able to swim.
• Probationary period: This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Benefits

• A 37.5-hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
• Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime or compensatory time
• Affordable Health Insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness Incentives Program
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)

Pay

Pay Grade 14; Salary range: $44,074.08 – $66,110