State Natural Area Habitat Technicians LTE: Alma, Spooner, Green Bay, La Crosse, Eagle

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Agency

WDNR

Location

Alma, Spooner, Green Bay, La Crosse, Eagle

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

16.50-18.75 doe

Last Date to Apply

10/02/2022

Website

https://wj.wi.gov/psc/wisjobs/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=7616&

Description

Position Summary
Position 1, Wildlife Technician – Advanced:

The Wildlife Technician – Advanced will work under the direction of the Field Ecologist and SNA Crew Lead. This position will help plan, coordinate, and perform a broad range of native community management and restoration activities, including, but not limited to: forest management and conversion, invasive plants and brush control, and some heavy equipment operation. This position requires an ability to travel throughout assigned work area and work irregular hours, including occasional evenings week-ends, and occasional work away from home work area for up to 5 days (1-2 times/year). The selected candidate must be able to drive a state vehicle. Candidates with three (3) or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two (2) years, or who have an OWI/DUI violation within the past year are barred from driving state vehicles.

60% – Under the direction of the field ecologist and crew lead, conduct habitat management and invasive species control activities on state-managed lands, including but not limited to the use of herbicides and various pieces of equipment (chainsaws, brush cutters).

20% – Complete property management reports and create GIS maps, and enter accomplishments into department land management systems.

10% – Conduct various non-game wildlife surveys such as rare plants, invertebrates, and reptiles within the assigned working area. Assist field ecologist with the development share crop agreements.

10% – Assist on other Natural Heritage Conservation field projects as assigned.

Position 2, Conservation Biologist:

The Conservation Biologist will work under the direction of the District Ecologist and SNA Crew Lead. This position will help plan, schedule, and conduct work (independently or with a crew) on all aspects of on-going field projects related to property management and stewardship of state lands. These projects include, but are not limited to: vegetation surveys, natural community restoration, habitat assessments and inventories for rare and listed flora and fauna, and infrastructure maintenance (e.g., signage, fencing). This position requires an ability to travel throughout assigned work area and work irregular hours, including occasional evenings week-ends, and occasional work away from home work area for up to 5 days (1-2 times/year). The selected candidate must be able to drive a state vehicle. Candidates with three (3) or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two (2) years, or who have an OWI/DUI violation within the past year are barred from driving state vehicles.

35% – Conduct inventory and restore natural communities on State Natural Areas

20% – Conduct property inspections and other property maintenance work

15% – Complete other Natural Heritage Conservation program duties as assigned

10% – Track and evaluate ongoing management and complete internal reports (e.g., pesticide use reports, vehicle use reports, crew daily log)

10% – Lead volunteers and interns in habitat improvement and invasive species control projects

5% – Complete habitat assessment for rare and listed species found on State Natural Areas and submit reports to the Natural Heritage Inventory

5% – Lead field trips and provide presentations to groups or the general public

Job Details
This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position. LTE positions do not automatically lead to permanent state employment or enjoy the same benefits as permanent employees; however, these positions do offer valuable work experience and an opportunity to learn more about career opportunities with the Department of Natural Resources and the State of Wisconsin.

LTE employees are limited to working 1039 hours per position within a twelve-month period.

In order to be considered for this position, you must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.

All state employees must report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment.

The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus – COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change. The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants before they can be offered a position. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The DNR does not sponsor work visas, thus, in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Qualifications

Required:
– Previous experience or college-level training in habitat restoration and management, or related natural resource field
– Experience maintaining small engines and other tools commonly used in habitat management work
– Experience with pumps, engines, and tools used for prescribed fire
– Knowledge and understanding of the principles of restoration ecology & management techniques
– Knowledge of Wisconsin’s remnant plant communities, rare and listed plants and animals
– Experience working with MS Office and GIS
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills
– Possess a valid driver’s license
– Able and willing to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions and perform physically demanding work
– Able to pass the Work Capacity Test at the “Field Test” (moderate) level. Employment is contingent upon passage of this physical fitness requirement annually.

Preferred:
– Possess a bachelor’s degree in botany, wildlife ecology, biology, or related natural resources field
– Experience in the restoration of Wisconsin remnant plant communities and associated certifications (e.g., chainsaw, pesticide/herbicide use, ATV/UTV, tractor, etc)
– Experience operating heavy equipment
– Able to communicate effectively with project supervisors, co-workers, contractors, internal and external partners, and the public
– Certified as a FFT2 level – completed courses: S130/190, L180, I100 and I700

Contact Person

Justin Nooker

Contact eMail

Justin.Nooker@wisconsin.gov

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