Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever · 1 day ago
KS Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I or II
St John, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$0/yr - $45K/yrPheasants Forever and Quail Forever is seeking a Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I or II to provide conservation technical assistance and program delivery to private landowners. The role involves working with USDA NRCS and other partners to implement conservation programs and promote habitat management efforts.
Environmental EngineeringHuntingNon ProfitWildlife Conservation
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Provide technical assistance (biology focus) and guidance to private landowners, government agencies, non-government organizations and other groups for USDA NRCS Conservation Programs. The positions will receive training on the USDA NRCS, PF & QF, KDWP, and other local and state programs
Coordinates the implementation and application of wildlife programs within target landscapes in cooperation with the local NRCS, Conservation District Managers, KDWP Biologists, PF & QF Biologists, and other state partners as appropriate
Completes contracts, applications, and other required documentation for the conservation programs requiring biological expertise in cooperation with the listed partners
Communicates program requirements, completes site visits to determine eligibility, and develops contracts/plans for applicants/participants for USDA-NRCS Conservation Programs and other local and state programs
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Management or closely related natural resources field
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agencies
Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele
Knowledge of wildlife ecology, grassland, wetland, and early succession habitat management including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans
Knowledge of conservation and wildlife habitat programs provided by federal (i.e., Farm Bill, US Fish and Wildlife Service), state, & local entities
Knowledge of how these programs are implemented in an agricultural landscape
Knowledge of or practical experience with agricultural systems and farming
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency with ArcGIS and Conservation Desktop
Valid driver's license required with an acceptable driving record and history
Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance
Preferred
Proven experience working with USDA Farm Bill programs (CRP, CREP, ACEP, EQIP, and CSP)
Benefits
$200/month student loan reimbursement
Modest performance-based yearly increases
Company
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever make up the nation's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to upland habitat conservation.
Founded in 1982
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$74.15MKey Investors
U.S. Department of AgricultureNFWF
2024-10-29Grant· $73.95M
2022-04-12Grant· $0.2M
Leadership Team
Marilyn Vetter
President and CEO
James Koerber
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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