Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I, II, or III
Quick answer
Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever are hiring a mid-level Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I, II, or III in Moorhead, Minnesota to promote and implement conservation programs. The position offers a salary range of $45,000 - $55,000 per year with various benefits.
- Role
- Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I, II, or III
- Organization
- Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever
- Location
- Moorhead, Minnesota
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $45,000 - $55,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever are seeking a Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I, II, or III to promote and implement conservation programs in Clay County, Minnesota.
What you'll do
- Promote and implement the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP)
- Assist partners with all phases of the Reinvest in MN (RIM) conservation easement program
- Help landowners identify plants and habitat on their property and guide them in improving those habitats for wildlife utilizing voluntary conservation programs from USDA NRCS, PF, BWSR and other local and state programs
- Promote and assist landowners in enrolling land in the Walk in Access Program (WIA)
- Use science-based knowledge to improve habitat within the agricultural regions of the work area
What it takes
- Bachelor of Science Degree or technical degree in Wildlife Management, Natural Resources Management, Agriculture, Forestry or closely related natural resources field
- Experience in agriculture or grassland management practices is preferred
- Knowledge of wildlife ecology, prairie and wetland management including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans
- Identification skills of plants found in Minnesota, both native and non-native
- Knowledge of conservation and wildlife programs provided by federal, state, & local entities
- Excellent verbal and written communication
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health, vision, dental and more insurance coverage plans available; 401(k) Retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%; Student Loan Assistance program of up to $200/month for eligible employees; Paid Time Off accrued at 15 days (120 hours) per year for new employees (increasing after 3 years); Bereavement/Family/Self-care of 6 days (48 hours) per year; 13 paid holidays
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based out of the USDA Service Center in Moorhead, Minnesota.
What is the compensation range?
The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $55,000 per year, with starting salaries varying by seniority level.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management or related field and experience in agriculture or grassland management practices.
How do I apply for this position?
To apply, please combine your cover letter, resume, and three references as a single PDF file or Word document before uploading on the recruitment website at www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs.
What is the expected start date?
The anticipated start date for this position is September 2026, with applications being reviewed beginning August 7, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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