Wildlife Management Specialist
Quick answer
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are hiring a permanent Wildlife Management Specialist in Onawa, IA for $17 per hour to perform general wildlife management activities and promote the Iowa Habitat and Access Program (IHAP).
- Role
- Wildlife Management Specialist
- Organization
- Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever
- Location
- Iowa DNR Missouri River Wildlife Unit (Monona County), Onawa, IA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $17.00 per hour
- Category
- Other
The role
The Wildlife Management Specialist position is a permanent role with Pheasants Forever and Iowa Department of Natural Resources, offering $17 per hour in Onawa, IA.
What you'll do
- Perform general wildlife management activities including wetland and prairie management.
- Prescribed fire implementation for ecological purposes.
- Follow up on enrolled IHAP sites, contracting, and ensuring planned work has been completed.
- Wildlife surveys & monitoring including waterfowl banding and deer spotlight routes.
- General area maintenance involving mowing, sign posting, fence building, etc.
What it takes
- College graduate with a degree in wildlife biology or related field
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Able to travel on overnight duties
- Work with minimal supervision and demonstrate responsible behavior and attention to detail
- Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive benefits package including career advancement opportunities, professional network expansion, and dual employment preview.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located at Iowa DNR Missouri River Wildlife Unit (Monona County) in Onawa, IA.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is $17 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a college degree in wildlife biology or related field, ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
How do I apply for this position?
To apply, visit the Pheasants Forever website at http://www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs and upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 references in one document to the ‘Resume’ area of your application.
How to apply
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