Fish & Wildlife Biologist I

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33 Location: Crawford, NE Hiring Rate: $21.636 Job Posting: JR2025-00021144 Fish & Wildlife Biologist I (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 12-08-2025 Job

Description:

• Assist with the development, operation and maintenance of wildlife management areas by complying with state noxious weed and boundary fence laws; managing vegetation for resources and recreation with emphasis on prescribed burning, haying and mechanical tree removal; negotiating conservation, haying and grazing leases; developing and maintaining access roads, parking lots and trails to facilitate public access; assessing wildlife population status and efficacy of habitat management.
• Assist with budget planning.
• Develop reports and maintain records necessary for compliance with federal aid guidelines, farm program

requirements:

, and other external standards and

requirements:

• Provide technical assistance; give presentations to individuals and entities regarding wildlife habitat, hunting, fishing, trapping, regulations, biology and viewing opportunities.

Respond to wildlife depredation, disease control, animal nuisance complaints, and wildfires.

• Conduct wildlife and public use surveys.
• Assist with NGPC integration planning/activities.
• Perform related work as required.

Requirements:

/

Qualifications:

Minimum

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, fish or wildlife management or closely related field of biological science.

Experience:

may substitute for

education:

on a year-for-year basis.

KNOWLEDGE,:

SKILLS:

, & ABILITIES: Considerable knowledge of wildlife habitat management principles, goals and objectives; wildlife species; life history and habitat needs; budgeting processes and record keeping systems; and conservation statutes and regulations as they relate to wildlife. Ability to communicate effectively; set goals and objectives; perform heavy physical labor and work outdoors for long periods of time; operate and maintain hand and power tools including chain saws, tractors and trucks; develop and maintain professional relations with a broad range of agencies and publics.

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Benefits:

We offer:

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benefits:

, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total

compensation:

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benefits:

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benefits:

Equal

Opportunity:

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