Wildlife Biologist I

About the role

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) is seeking a candidate to work within the Farm Bill Branch. This position's main role will be to provide technical assistance and conservation program to private landowners. In addition, staff will also provide wildlife technical support and planning at the NRCS Area Level.

Responsibilities

• 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

Preferred skills

• 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

Qualifications

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 required. Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment and maintain any required licensure, certification, or other credentials for the length of employment.

Working conditions

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

Pay

$2,976.04 - $5,952.06 Monthly

Schedule

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

Benefits

• 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

Location: 5470 US-60 Paducah, KY 42001 USA

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

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A