Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
Working Title
Wildlife Biologist / Game and Fish Technician - Fort Johnson, LA
Position Location
Fort Johnson, LA
Work Location
Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position
Yes
Posting Number
202401869AP
Position Type
Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Technical/Support I
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
40
Proposed Annual Salary Range
$40,000 - $50,000
Employee Benefits
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
11/18/2024
Description of Work Unit
The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.
To learn more about CEMML's contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.
Position Summary
Fort Johnson, located in west central Louisiana, is an U.S. Army installation that encompasses nearly 200,000 acres of land. Fort Johnson conducts a wide range of training with an emphasis on realistic training exercise and scenarios. Approximately 105,000 acres at Fort Johnson are designated a Wildlife Management Area in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Fort Johnson's natural resources are managed through an Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) which outlines the installation's natural resources, goals and objectives, and a work plan detailing management projects.
This in-person position will support the Fort Johnson Conservation Branch through working with the INRMP Program Manager and CSU/CEMML staff to execute Game, Fish, and Wildlife projects. These projects include, but are not limited to:
- Implementing the fisheries management plan
- Planting and maintaining wildlife food plots
- Population surveys and habitat management for game birds
- Population surveys for white-tailed deer, including deer check stations which requires two weekends a year
- Forest prescriptions for improving game species habitat
- The removal and/or treatment of nuisance/invasive species
- Other game projects as they become prioritized and funded
- Support for other program areas as it becomes necessary
- Additional work will include coordination with installation staff, attending meetings, data management, equipment maintenance, outreach, maneuver damage inspections, special events, and development of deliverables.
Required Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma.
- Experience working with wildlife.
- Experience conducting fieldwork, and accurately recording, entering, and proofing data.
- Demonstrated proficiency using field data collection applications, compasses, maps, data tablets, and GPS units.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access).
- Capable of walking several consecutive miles carrying light gear of up to 30 pounds and performing light manual labor in adverse weather and rugged terrain.
- Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license by the employment start date.
- The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in wildlife management, botany, horticulture, biology, ecology, or a closely related science.
- 1+ year(s) of experience with wildlife management, natural resource management, or invasive species management.
- 1+ year(s) of field work experience with wildlife.
- Experience with GPS and GIS technologies.
- Experience working on a military installation and interacting with military staff, and familiarity with DoD/Army environmental and safety regulations.
- Experience working at Fort Johnson.
- Experience working in Louisiana and/or Southern ecosystems.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Field work
Duty/Responsibility
- Fisheries: implementation of the fisheries management plan to include, but not limited to; population sampling via electrofishing and netting/seining, water quality testing and reporting, aquatic vegetation control (mechanical and herbicide), water control structure maintenance and repair, and fish stocking.
- Food plots: implement food plot management to include, but not limited to; operation of heavy farm and other appropriate equipment to prepare, seed, fertilize, and manage wildlife food plots.
- Game birds: game bird management to include, but not limited to; spring whistle and gobbler counts, fall covey census, and other population management activities for the northern bobwhite quail and eastern wild turkey.
- White-tailed deer: white-tailed deer management and monitoring to include, but not limited to; deer spotlight census, browse surveys, and other population density techniques to support determinations of her density. Ability to work up to 2 weekends a year (5, 16 hour days) during mandatory white-tailed deer check efforts at the Fort Johnson and Peason Wildlife Management Areas.
- Forest prescriptions: conduct field surveys to evaluate game species habitat for forest prescriptions.
- Nuisance/Invasive species: assist the Integrate Pest Management Program and other Fort Johnson directorates with nuisance species as requested.
- Other game projects: assist with other game monitoring, management, and special projects/events as requested.
- Other programs: Assist with other program areas to include, but not limited to; non-game, botany, endangered species, and other programs as requested.
Percentage Of Time
75
Job Duty Category
Office work
Duty/Responsibility
- Office work includes data management, reporting, equipment inventory and maintenance, project outreach, coordination with Federal and CSU personnel, and attending meetings, trainings, and seminars.
Percentage Of Time
25
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than November 18, 2024 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
- Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the 'Cover Letter' slot.
- Resume
References may be requested from finalists. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver's License, Special Requirements/Other - Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance. Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal backgro
Search Contact
Abigail Arfman, A.Arfman@ColoState.edu
EEO Statement
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Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
