Wildlife Technician

Minimum Necessary Qualifications

• An associate’s or greater degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or related field
• Two (2) years field experience in wildlife, ecology, or forestry OR a bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of field experience
• Ability to perform field work under strenuous environmental conditions
• Proficiency and demonstrable computer skills with MS Office applications, specifically Excel
• A valid Michigan Operator’s License with ability to be insured under Tribe’s policy
• Ability to work independently and as part of the interagency/interdisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Michigan commercial pesticide applicator’s license.
• Navigational skills, including proficiency with GIS and GPS.
• Experience operating and maintaining power tools for vegetation control and woodworking.
• Experience operating and maintaining boats, ORVs, trucks, tractors, and skidsteers, with ability to get CDL.
• Experience handling live and dead animals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Participates in field work such as: wildlife surveys, hunter check stations, trapping and radio collaring wildlife, invasive species control, habitat restoration, native plant cultivation, and the identification of habitat types.
2. Performs office support work such as data entry, filing, assisting tribal members with tags and permits, etc.
3. Operates and maintains vehicles, heavy equipment, data collection equipment, and power tools.
4. Promotes wildlife resources, appreciation, and cultural history.
5. Participates in community programs and educational services offered by department.
6. All other position/department related duties as assigned by supervisor.