Wildlife Biologist/Game Technician - Fort Polk, LA

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Polk City, FLORIDA
Deadline: 16 Aug 2021

Posting Details


Working Title Wildlife Biologist/Game Technician - Fort Polk, LA
Position Location Fort Polk, LA
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202100819AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Technical/Support I
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $35,000 - $45,000
Employee Benefits
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Desired Start Date 09/06/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 08/16/2021
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 (DoD) 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
In coordination with the Fort Polk Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) Program Manager and CSU/CEMML staff, execute Game, Fish, and Wildlife projects to include: fisheries, food plots, game birds, white-tailed deer, forest prescriptions, nuisance/invasive species, other game projects, and other program support. 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, GED or equivalent. 
 
Experience working with wildlife. 
 
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather and rugged terrain. 
 
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by proposed start date. CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. 
 
Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in wildlife management or similar. 
 
More than 2 years of experience working with wildlife. 
 
Experience with GPS and GIS technologies. 
 
Experience working on a military installation. 
 
Experience working at Fort Polk. 
 
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 plant 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 herd density. Ability to work up to 2 weekends a year (5, 16 hour days) during mandatory white-tailed deer check efforts at the Fort Polk 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 Polk 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%

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. 
Apply no later than August 16, 2021, for full consideration at jobs.colostate.edu. 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 – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor.

  • References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

    Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License
    Search Contact Jody Patterson, [email protected]
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