Wyoming Game & Fish
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Salary
$19.40 Hourly
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
2024-00145
Department
040-Game & Fish
Opening Date
02/02/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Bird Farm Technician in Yoder, WY. The successful applicant will assist with the propagation of Ring-necked pheasants, including facilities and equipment maintenance. This position is anticipated to start in April 2024 and end in August 2024.
Human Resource Contact: Alice Saldana / [email protected]
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Helps with the propagation of pheasants, including maintaining shelter and providing food and water.
- Monitors the development of pheasants, including collecting and incubating eggs, and hatched chicks, and medicates as needed. Helps maintain broodstock.
- Maintains buildings, grounds, equipment, vehicles, and other assigned duties; assists other Department employees in the Laramie Region as needed.
- Sorting, moving, loading, and releasing pheasants.
- Able to work in a wide variety of weather conditions.
- Must be self-starting and able to work alone.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to applicants with prior farm and ranch experience.
**Must have a valid driver’s license.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Skill in detailed observation and recognizing the problems of animals. Skill in coordinating and completing multiple tasks.
- Skill in working with the public.
- Skill in decision-making and interpersonal relations.
- Knowledge and skills in carpentry, plumbing, and vehicle repairs.
- Ability to operate farm machinery such as tractors, chainsaws, cement mixers, ATVs, mowers, and hand tools.
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work varied hours, including some evenings, early mornings, and weekends.
- Heavy lifting (50-80 lbs).
- Proper use of farm implements and other equipment.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-exempt
- The duration of this position is from April 2024 – August 2024
- Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to the appointment.
Supplemental Information
040-Game & Fish-Wildlife Division
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