Ataw99-2023-02395-Habitat & Access Specialist-Statewide

Salary: $20.39 Hourly
Location : Statewide, WY
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2023-02395
Department: 040-Game & Fish
Opening Date: 12/08/2023
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Habitat and Access Specialist will perform a variety of land management practices associated with the development and maintenance of Wildlife Habitat Management Areas (WHMAs), elk feedgrounds and Public Access Areas (PAAs).
Regional positions will be located in Laramie, Pinedale, Yoder, Lovell and Saratoga Wyoming. Statewide crew positions will be located in Casper and Lander. Position duties vary by location described below, but may include irrigating (flood, gated pipe and pivot sprinklers), farming, haying, fence maintenance, habitat development, maintaining roads, parking areas, signs, hay sheds, irrigation systems, wetlands, fish and wildlife studies and other duties as assigned.
Human Resource Contact: Alice Saldana / alice.saldana2@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
Laramie and Saratoga:

• Basic Carpentry of department facilities
• Irrigation - flood and gated pipe
• Fence construction and maintenance - wildlife and stock fence
• Operation and maintenance of farm equipment and construction equipment to complete habitat enhancements as well as public access improvements.
• Weed identification and control
• Wetland management
• Data collection of various vegetation types

Pinedale:

• Irrigation - flood and gated pipe
• Fence construction and maintenance - elk fence and stock fence
• Basic carpentry - hay shed, building, horse corral repairs
• Operation and maintenance of skid steer
• Haying - cutting, raking, baling and stacking 3x3 size hay bales
• Operation and maintenance of farm equipment up to 250 hp tractors
• Chainsaw operation
• Weed identification and control
• Wetland management

Yoder and Lovell:

• Irrigation - center pivots, flood and gated pipe
• Farming - food plots, plowing, discing, drilling, mowing
• Fence construction and maintenance - wildlife and stock fence
• Operation and maintenance of farm equipment
• Weed identification and control
• Wetland management
• ATV/UTV operation and maintenance

Casper and Lander - Statewide Crew

• Travel across the state every week
• Extended stays in campers
• Farming - Plowing, discing, drilling, mowing
• Habitat manipulation/improvement: aeration, dixie harrow, ripping, spring developments, stream restoration, Mule Deer initiative projects, etc.
• Operation and maintenance of heavy equipment (backhoes and loaders)
• Operation and maintenance of farm equipment up to 250hp tractors
• Fence construction and maintenance - elk fence and stock fence

All positions:

• WHMAs and PAAs maintenance
• Operation of heavy equipment (tractors, backhoes, skid steers, etc.)
• ATV/UTV operation and maintenance
• Operation of power tools, 4x4 pickups and trailers
• Provide outreach information and assistance to the public
• Work on other projects that improve or develop aquatic and terrestrial wildlife habitat within the state
• Positions could require overnight travel that require staying in campers, tents, or cabins with other personnel

Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to those with a farm or ranch background or experience related to range management, fish and wildlife resource management, and habitat development or to those with a baccalaureate degree in wildlife management, range management, ecology, biology, zoology, or a closely related field.
***Must have a valid driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge and experience in farming
• Knowledge of wildlife management, natural resource management, range management, wetland management, and habitat management
• Must be able to effectively and safely operate trucks, trailers, heavy equipment, tractors, ATVs, power tools, and hand tools
• Skill in written and oral communication and in interpersonal relations
• Ability to work alone and exercise independent judgment
• Skill in organizing, planning, prioritizing, and managing time
• Ability to listen, be a team player and communicate with other employees and the public
• Knowledge of construction principles and basic carpentry.
• Knowledge of safe work practices

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Extended stays in the outdoors.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Position will often independently work outside in all weather conditions
• Requires strength and stamina to work in extreme outdoor conditions and pack heavy supplies to remote locations.
• Must be able to effectively and safely operate trucks, trailers, heavy equipment, tractors, ATVs, power tools, and hand tools.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Successful applicants for employment must pass background check before appointment
• Positions located in Laramie, Pinedale, Yoder, Lovell, Lander, Saratoga and Casper Wyoming. Jobs will run from March 1, 2024 through November 30, 2024.
• Please state location(s) you would be interested in, in your application and email.
• Uniform, rain gear, and other necessary gear will be provided when in the field.
• In addition to submitting the state application, please submit a cover letter which includes career goals, location preference, and suitability for the job to Ray Bredehoft, Habitat and Access Branch Chief, 5400 Bishop Blvd, Cheyenne WY 82006 or email:
• CONTACT: For more information regarding this position contact Ray Bredehoft, Habitat and Access Branch Chief at 307-777-4682

Supplemental Information
040-Wyoming Game & Fish - Services Division
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Non Benefit Position
01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03
Do have farm or ranch background or experience related to range management, fish and wildlife resource management, and habitat development or to those with a baccalaureate degree in wildlife management, range management, ecology, biology, zoology, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

04
(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06
Please specify which location(s) you wish to be considered for:

• Laramie
• Pinedale
• Yoder
• Lovell
• Saratoga
• Casper-Statewide
• Lander-Statewide

07
(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

08
(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
09
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
10
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

11
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

12
(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question