Temporary Wildlife Conservation Biologist I
State of NebraskaJob Details
Job Description
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33 Location: Norfolk, NE Hiring Rate: $15.483 Job Posting: JR2026-00022093 Temporary Wildlife Conservation Biologist I (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job
Description:
The Partners Section of the Wildlife Division is primarily responsible for habitat development and restoration efforts and access programs on privately owned lands. This is an entry-level, temporary position with a flexible work schedule. In addition to the assigned
job duties:
, training and networking opportunities will be provided to allow the successful applicant to gain knowledge and
experience:
for further career growth.
Job Duties:
Under general direction from Wildlife Biologists and the District Manager, the Conservation Biologist will assist with implementation of the Open Fields and Waters program to provide public hunting, trapping, and fishing access on private lands. Duties may include checking and posting boundary signage, educating the public to generate interest in the program, evaluating potential sites to enroll, and creating maps.
The Conservation Biologist may assist with habitat improvement projects for a variety of species, using practices such as prescribed burning, selective herbicide application, invasive brush removal, native plant seeding, etc. Potential opportunities may include wildlife population and hunter surveys.
Requirements:
/
Qualifications:
Minimum
Qualifications:
Experience:
or coursework/training in fisheries management, natural resources, biology, and/or agriculture. Other: Driver’s license required. Knowledge,
Skills:
, and Abilities: Excellent oral and written communication
skills:
Knowledge of wildlife habitat
requirements:
, habitat management principles, and farming and ranching operations. Ability to operate hand tools, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), sprayers, and other equipment.
Experience:
with prescribed fire and with geographic information systems (GIS) is highly desirable.
- Driver’s license required.
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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:
Equal
Opportunity:
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