GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

The successful applicant will work at the Wyoming Game and Fish Sheridan Bird Farm, playing a hands-on role in the propagation and release of Ring-necked pheasants that support hunting and wildlife conservation across the state. This position involves daily animal care, operating and maintaining bird-rearing facilities and equipment, and assisting with seasonal bird releases. This is a seasonal position anticipated to begin on April 12, 2026, and run through December 2026.

Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Helps with the propagation of pheasants, including maintaining shelter and providing food and water.
• Monitors the development of pheasants, including collecting and incubating eggs, hatching chicks, and medicating as needed. Helps maintain brood stock.
• Maintains buildings, grounds, equipment, and vehicles, and other assigned duties; assists other Department employees in the Sheridan Region as needed.
• Give tours and provide information to the public on the development and operation of the Sheridan Bird Farm. 
• Sorting, moving, loading, and releasing pheasants.
• Able to work in a wide variety of weather conditions. 
• Must be self-starting and able to work alone.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES: 

Preference may be given to applicants with prior farm and ranch experience.

***Must have a valid driver's license

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Skill in detailed observation and recognizing problems of animals. 
• Skill in coordinating and completing multiple tasks.
• Skill in working with the public.
• Skill in decision making and interpersonal relations.
• Knowledge and skills in carpentry, plumbing, and vehicle repairs.
• Ability to operate farm machinery such as tractors, chainsaws, cement mixer, ATVs, mowers, and hand tools.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• In adverse weather and road conditions, operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle with our without a trailer loaded with pheasants.
• Work varied hours, including some evenings, early mornings and weekends.
• Heavy lifting (50-80 lbs), and proper use of farm implements and other equipment

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt

Supplemental Information

040-Game & Fish Commission-Wildlife Division

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