Wildlife Technician (1 Position – 4.75 Months)

The Wildlife Technician will primarily assist with wildlife management activities throughout the Southeast Region. Winter and early spring responsibilities may include:
• Monitoring radio-collared ungulates
• Collecting chronic wasting disease (CWD) samples
• Monitoring sage-grouse and sharp-tailed grouse leks
• Deploying and maintaining remote cameras
• Assisting with wildlife depredation and human-wildlife conflicts
• Conducting wildlife surveys and collecting biological data

During April and May, primary responsibilities will shift toward sage-grouse and sharp-tailed grouse monitoring and implementation of the Department's Avian Predation Management Plan. This work includes hazing American White Pelicans from portions of the Blackfoot River and Blackfoot Reservoir to minimize predation on Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout. During pelican management activities, the successful applicant may be required to stay on-site in a state-provided camp trailer. Per diem for groceries will be provided.

The technician may also assist with projects across the region's wildlife, fisheries, and habitat programs. These activities may include fish and wildlife surveys, habitat restoration projects such as planting and fence repair, and responding to ungulate crop depredation issues.

The technician will work both independently and as part of a team and will be expected to follow standardized protocols and accurately collect and record biological data. This position also involves regular interaction with the public on topics including hunting, fishing, outdoor recreation, and human-wildlife conflicts.

Additional wildlife, fisheries, and habitat management duties may be assigned as needed.