Wildlife Biologist / Game and Fish Technician - Fort Johnson, LA
Colorado State University - Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands
Fort Johnson, Louisiana
Full job description: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/152744
Apply by date for full consideration: 11/18/2024
Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000
Position Summary:
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.
To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/
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 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.
Employee Benefits:
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.
Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates.
CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.
https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/152744
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Category | Outdoor Recreation, Wildlife |
Tags | Environmental Consulting, Ornithology |