Wildlife Management Specialist
Quick answer
Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever are hiring a Wildlife Management Specialist in Kellerton, IA for $17.00 per hour to promote the Iowa Habitat and Access Program (IHAP) and perform various maintenance tasks.
- Role
- Wildlife Management Specialist
- Organization
- Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever
- Location
- Iowa DNR Grand River Wildlife Unit (Ringgold County), Kellerton, IA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $17.00 per hour
- Category
- Other
The role
The position involves promoting and implementing the Iowa Habitat and Access Program (IHAP) while performing various maintenance and technical tasks at a wildlife management unit, including wetland and prairie management, wildlife surveys, and general area maintenance.
What you'll do
- Perform general wildlife management activities including wetland and prairie management, food plot development, edge feathering, tree/brush removal, spraying, disking, mowing, etc.
- Prescribed fire implementation for ecological purposes
- Follow up on enrolled IHAP sites, contracting, and ensuring planned work has been completed
- Contact targeted landowners enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and follow up with interested landowners
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; 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 employee benefit summary available.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located at Iowa DNR Grand River Wildlife Unit (Ringgold County), Kellerton, IA.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is $17.00 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required for this role?
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, please combine your cover letter, resume, and 3 references into a single Word document or PDF file before uploading as part of your application on the recruitment website at www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs.
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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