Wildlife Biologist I

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

Responsibilities

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

• Provide technical assistance and conservation program to private landowners
• Provide wildlife technical support and planning at the NRCS Area Level
• Work with KDFWR Programs, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) as well as other State and Federal partners to promote, coordinate, and implement wildlife conservation/management across the Commonwealth on private property
• Program promotion (workshops and one on one meetings)
• Conservation planning
• Contract coordination
• Conservation plan modification
• Site assessment and reporting

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 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
• No experience, training, or skills required beyond education
• Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment and maintain any required licensure, certification, or other credentials for the length of employment

Skills

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

• 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

Benefits

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

Pay

Pay Grade 12: $2,976.04 - $5,952.06 Monthly

Schedule

Full time, 37.5 HR/WK, ineligible for overtime pay

Incumbents in this job title spend the majority of time outdoors performing duties. This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.