Regional Wildlife Specialist 2025-00518Salary

$5,636.27 - $6,262.52 Monthly

Location 

Casper, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2025-00518

Department

Game & Fish Commission

Division

Wildlife

Opening Date

02/26/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Job Classification

FWWB09

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Description and Functions


Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


This position investigates complaints of damage caused by big and trophy game or game birds. Work with landowners and Wildlife Division staff to develop and implement wildlife damage mitigation plans which may include, but are not limited to, the following activities: Hazing of wildlife, delivery and installation of exclusionary fencing materials for the protection of stored hay/crops and bee hives, lethal removal of sick and injured wildlife or depredating animals, and capture or chemical immobilization and relocation of wildlife.  Assist with all aspects of the Department's Access Yes Program.  Provide field support for wildlife management activities.  Attend training, represent the agency in public forums, and maintain equipment and Department facilities. Works directly with game wardens to investigate and submit damage claims for Commission approval. The required job duties show that the person in this position must have the ability to build relationships and communicate clearly with landowners.

Human Resource Contact: Corey Johnson / corey.johnson@wyo.gov


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

• Investigate complaints of damage caused by big and trophy game or game birds. 
• Given that this position requires working closely with landowners to mitigate wildlife damage and implement plans, it's crucial that the candidate possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive relationships with landowners.
• Work with landowners and Wildlife Division staff to develop and implement wildlife damage mitigation plans which may include, but are not limited to, the following activities: Hazing of wildlife, delivery and installation of exclusionary fencing materials for the protection of stored hay/crops and bee hives, lethal removal of sick and injured wildlife or depredating animals, capture or chemical immobilization and relocation of wildlife, assess wildlife damage to crops. 
• Use Department funds to purchase, maintain, and distribute damaged supplies and materials. 
• Work with game wardens to evaluate and determine the amount of qualifying damage caused by big game, trophy game, and game birds on private lands and make recommendations for payment in accordance with Commission Regulations and Department procedures. 
• Complete and/or review damage claim investigation reports with game wardens and your supervisor. 
• Humanely euthanize sick and injured wildlife and be on call to respond to these situations outside of normal business hours. 
• Carry out the lethal take of wildlife under department-issued lethal take permits. Field dress harvested big game and donate harvested big game.   
• Evaluate, and adopt as appropriate, new technology to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of wildlife damage investigations. Develop and implement methods to improve damage investigations and conflict resolution.
• Assist in the design and implementation of auxiliary license hunts, lethal take permits, and hunter management programs to address damage by big game and game birds
• Work with regional wildlife personnel to identify Access Yes projects.  Make landowner contacts and disseminate information regarding the Department’s Access Yes programs and assist landowners with contract and renewal submissions.  Assist regional personnel in signing properties enrolled in the Access Yes program.   Contact hunters and conduct field harvest checks on lands enrolled in the Department’s Access Yes program.
• Conduct wildlife population inventories under the direction and guidance of regional wildlife managers.  Collect biological samples.  Collect wildlife observation data.  Assist with wildlife captures for management and research purposes.  Assist with wildlife monitoring programs/projects including the deployment and retrieval of GPS collars.  Record hunter harvest data in the field and at check stations.  Assist regional habitat biologists in the implementation of habitat improvement projects on state, federal, and private lands.  Assist with basic data entry and compilation in support of wildlife research and management.
• Other duties may include assisting with elk feed ground operations, emergency elk feeding, wildlife husbandry, game bird farm assistance, nuisance wildlife mitigation, and professional development training.  
• This position will represent the Department at public events and meetings, and maintain equipment and Department facilities.
• Attend training, represent the agency in public forums, and maintain equipment and Department facilities.
• Collect biological samples (CWD) from harvested big game animals. 

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:


Preference may be given to those with a four-year degree in wildlife management, range management, natural resource management, or farm/ranch operations. Individuals without a degree may qualify if they have experience relevant to the essential functions of the position.  
Preference may be given to those individuals with experience in firearm proficiency and lethal removal of wildlife.
Preference may be given to those with familiarization and experience in agricultural operations. Other related training and experience will be evaluated.

***Must have a valid driver's license.


KNOWLEDGE: 

• Self-starter able to work independently with little direct supervision.  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that reflect emotional maturity.  
• Knowledge of general outdoor skills, especially wildlife identification and life history, land navigation, and field care of game meat.   
• Ability to learn general concepts of wildlife management.  
• Ability to gain extensive knowledge of the concepts and practices of wildlife damage management and gain a high degree of expertise in the implementation of wildlife damage management techniques. 
• Ability to safely handle firearms and pyrotechnical devices in remote locations and under harsh environmental conditions.  
• Knowledge of farm and ranch operations.  
• Ability to carry out basic mathematical calculations including conversions and the use of complex formulas.  
• Knowledge of Department policies and standard practices.   
• Knowledge of state statutes and Wyoming Game and Fish Commission Regulations.
• Knowledge of using onX maps and GPS.
• Knowledge of developing relationships and communicating with landowners.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Education:Bachelor's Degree (typically in Wildlife Management) Experience:0-3 years progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Wildlife Biologist I OR Education & Experience Substitution:4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Wildlife Biologist I Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:None
Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift over 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outside and perform under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to walk in rough, uneven terrain with unstable footing.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, early mornings, late evenings, and at night.
• Will be required to work alone in the field in a rural setting.
• Travel and overnight stays may be required.
• May require considerable physical labor including working, hiking, and camping in the field for multiple days.
• Overnight travel and camping in remote areas may be required.
• Must be willing to work irregular hours, including early mornings and late evenings.
• May require extensive travel across the state in Department vehicles.
• Operation of 4WD vehicles and towing trailers will be required
• Requires the ability to navigate with a map in remote locations.
• Use of GPS and a basic working knowledge of GIS software.  Use of onX maps will be required.  

NOTES: 
 

• FLSA: EXEMPT
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
• Housing is not provided.
• This position will be stationed in the Casper Region of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. 

Supplemental Information

040-Game & Fish-Wildlife Division

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