Fish and Wildlife Conservation Assistant

Are you passionate about land restoration and wildlife conservation? Do you enjoy working outdoors and making a difference in your community? We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Fish and Wildlife Seasonal Aid.

• Assist with fire resiliency projects, vegetation/fuels reduction, and wildlife habitat improvement projects
• Perform facilities maintenance, including repairing wildlife area boundary fences, replacing boundary signs, and stocking and cleaning public use self-registration booths and restrooms
• Collect trash, paint buildings, wash vehicles and tractors as needed, and assist other staff with minor repairs and servicing of farming equipment
• Assist with ground preparation, planting, and irrigating of various wildlife food crops
• Repair and conduct routine maintenance on wheel tractors, farming implements, and light trucks
• Issue entry permits, check for valid hunting licenses and stamps, and answer hunter questions
• Keep maps, regulation books, and permits in stock and accurately identify and record waterfowl and recreational user numbers
• Work irregular hours in a hunter check station and maintain a clean and organized work area

• Demonstrated knowledge of, interest in, and aptitude for fish and wildlife conservation and repair and maintenance work
• Willingness to live and work throughout the State
• Willingness to work unusual hours and on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays
• Willingness to perform varied manual tasks and work in adverse weather conditions

Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, physical labor, odd hours, weekends, and holidays. Hunter Check Station duties include the handling of dead game. Must possess and maintain a valid class C Driver's License.