Wildlife Technician - ADV

This position is responsible for a broad range of technical, biological, and paraprofessional support for the wildlife management program. Work duties include leading implementation of priority habitat management activities, implementing biological surveys, maintaining internal databases, and providing timely customer service.

40% Lead implementation of priority habitat management activities. Includes, but is not limited to: leading field projects and crews, operation of equipment, managing water control structures and supporting infrastructure, mowing brush, application of herbicide, and potential participation in prescribed fire operations.

20% Implement biological surveys and waterfowl banding operations. May include, but is not limited to: waterfowl, otter, large carnivore, upland bird brood, summer deer, woodcock, ruffed grouse, and deer aging survey data collection and entry.

20% Maintain internal databases associated with land and wildlife management activities. Including, but not limited to: Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Surveillance Permits, reconnaissance updates, documentation for completed treatments, and other data entry for infrastructure and resource management.

10% Provide timely customer service. Includes, but is not limited to: responding to nuisance and injured animal concerns, providing general information about recreational opportunities, and directing customers to program specialists as appropriate.

10% Other paraprofessional or technical duties that support the Wildlife Management program, as assigned.