The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a wildlife technician to conduct surveys for ~30 bird, mammal, and herpetofauna Species of Greatest Conservation Need within the Chain Lakes Wildlife Habitat Management Area in central Wyoming. Surveys will include avian point counts, mark-recapture small mammal trapping, amphibian aural surveys, mammalian scat and burrow surveys, and managing acoustic bat survey equipment.
This position will require primitive tent camping and RV camping, generally without phone service, running water, or electricity. The work schedule will vary (including long hours, weekends, and nights, as needed). Completion of job duties may periodically require long days in the field for up to 10 days at a time. Technicians will be required to work independently and in a team of two. Position dates: April 1 - August 31, 2018 Desired knowledge, skills and abilities: 1. Experience conducting breeding bird point counts, able to identify western bird species of sagebrush steppe, riparian, and wetland habitats by sight and sound 2. Live-trap, handle, and identify small mammal species 3. Identify herpetofauna of central Wyoming by sight and sound 4. Identify western plant species and experience collecting habitat data 5. Close attention to detail for data collection, entry, and proofing, with a demonstrated ability to follow protocol 6. Hike long distance off-trail in challenging conditions with potentially hazardous wildlife, including rattlesnakes 7. Proficiency navigating with maps and a handheld global positioning system 8. Communicate with a variety of individuals, including agency and industry personnel, as well as the general public Preferences/Agency Requirements**: Preference will be given to those with a high school degree plus 2 years of experience in fish and wildlife resource management, research, or habitat development or 2 years of college course work towards a baccaluareate degree in wildlife management, or another closely related field. **Must have a valid driver's license. Pay: $14.82/hour Field Vehicle: Provided Housing: The home station of this position is Lander, Wyoming. A tent or camper will be provided during field work at Chain Lakes WHMA when overnight camping is required, however, housing in Lander will not be provided. To apply: View more details and apply online for job announcement "ATTP99-07647-Chain Lakes Technician-Lander" at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming. Applicants must attach a cover letter explaining career plans, suitability for the job, prior experience, and dates of availability. Contact Zack Walker, Statewide Non-game Bird and Mammal Program Supervisor at [email protected] or 307-335-2617.
