Habitat and Access Feedground Technician 2025-00119

SALARY

$20.39 Hourly

JOB TYPE

Contract Full-time

JOB NUMBER

2025-00119

DEPARTMENT

Game & Fish Commission

DIVISION

Services

OPENING DATE

01/16/2025

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

JOB CLASSIFICATION

ATAW99

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission is seeking a seven-month Habitat and Access Feedground Technician. This position performs a variety of land management practices associated with the development and maintenance of elk feedgrounds, Wildlife Habitat Management Areas (WHMAs), and Public Access Areas (PAAs). 

Human Resource Contact: Alice Saldana / alice.saldana2@wyo.gov

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

• Irrigation maintenance – flood, and gated pipe
• Fence construction and maintenance – Wildlife, elk fence, stackyards, and stock fence
• Operation and maintenance of farm equipment (tractors, skid steers, backhoes)
• Knowledge and experience in farming.
• Weed identification 
• Wetland management
• WHMA and PAA maintenance (roads, parking areas, boat ramps, etc)
• ATV/UTV operation and maintenance
• Operation of power tools, 4x4 pickups and trailers
• Work on other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to those with farm or ranch background or experience related to range management, fish and wildlife resource management, habitat development or college course work towards a degree in range, fish, or wildlife management.

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

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Knowledge and experience in farming and irrigation
• Knowledge of wildlife management, natural resource management, range management, wetland management, and habitat management
• Skill in organizing, planning, prioritizing, and managing time
• Ability to listen, be a team player, and communicate with other employees and the public
• Ability to work alone and exercise independent judgment

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Weekend work will be required
• Positions may require extended stays in campers
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Position will often independently work outside in all weather conditions

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment
• The position will be located in Jackson (5/1/2024 thru 11/30/2024) and will have housing provided (cabin).
• Uniforms, rain gear, and other necessary gear will be provided when in the field.
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
• In addition to submitting the state application, please submit a cover letter to Miles Anderson, Habitat and Access Supervisor at miles.anderson@wyo.gov. The cover letter should include career plans and suitability for the job.
• Contact information: For more information regarding this position, contact Miles Anderson, Habitat and Access Supervisor, at 307-367-5610

Supplemental Information

040-Game & Fish Commission-Services Division

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.