Natural Resources Job Board

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is looking to fill a position on a team that develops, improves, and manages wildlife habitat and public facilities across various Wildlife Habitat Management Areas (WHMAs), Public Access Areas (PAAs), fish hatcheries, and elk feed grounds. This position provides technical consultation and coordination to regional managers in Wyoming, focusing on the development and enhancement of wildlife habitat improvement projects for both aquatic and terrestrial wildlife across WHMAs, PAAs, and lands owned by federal, state, and private entities.

The team is also responsible for completing project requests, executing habitat development projects, and providing related services, which generally require operation of heavy equipment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of Wyoming's diverse wildlife habitats while working in a collaborative, dynamic environment.

Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: 

Preference will be given to those with a bachelor's degree in wildlife management, range management, ecology, biology, zoology, or a closely related field.** 

Must have a valid driver’s license and must obtain a Class A CDL, including a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate, within 6 months after hire. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department will provide training to acquire a Class A CDL if required.


KNOWLEDGE: 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Wildlife Management)

0-3 years progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Wildlife Biologist I 

OR 

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Wildlife Biologist I 

None

NOTES: 
 

040-Wyoming Game & Fish-Services Division

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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.

The Bald Head Island Conservancy’s Sea Turtle Program Program invites passionate undergraduate juniors, seniors, or recent graduates with fieldwork experience to apply for our Sea Turtle Conservation & Nighttime Tagging Internship. This unique opportunity allows interns to make an impact on endangered species conservation and play a critical role in one of North Carolina’s only saturation tagging programs. Gain hands-on experience in sea turtle conservation, education, and research while contributing to a legacy of environmental stewardship. Founded in 1983 in collaboration with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission and National Marine Fisheries Service, our program is dedicated to protecting sea turtles, primarily loggerheads (Caretta caretta) and greens (Chelonia mydas), on Bald Head Island, North Carolina. 

As a Sea Turtle Intern, your primary duties are patrolling Bald Head Island’s beaches via Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV) or on foot in search of nesting sea turtles. Duties will also include supporting on-going scientific research, engaging in public education, and assisting with nonprofit operations. This is a competitive position that is mentally and physically challenging, as interns will be working long hours through inclement weather and buggy conditions. 

Internship Dates: Monday, May 11 - Friday, August 14, 2026

Schedule: 9 pm–7 am - fully nocturnal - 4 nights on, 1 night off; 50-60 hrs per week. Weekend/Holiday work is required.

Compensation: $600/month stipend (pre-tax), shared housing, utilities, internet, parking, and weekly ferry ticket.

More details at bhic.org/jobs & bhic.org/who-we-are/internship-program/. 

How to Apply: If you’re inspired to make a difference, email your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references, as a single PDF, to seaturtle@bhic.org with the subject line Sea Turtle Conservation & Nighttime Tagging Internship. Applications are due by 11:59 pm on Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Questions? Contact Paul Hillbrand, Sea Turtle Biologist, at seaturtle@bhic.org.

Rookery Bay Sea Turtle Program Internship Posting 2026

About: Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve is 110,000 acres of primarily coastal and estuarine habitats, stretching from downtown Naples to the greater Ten Thousand Islands. The Reserve provides a basis for informed stewardship of estuaries in Southwest Florida through research and education. The Reserve is managed by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Coastal Office in cooperation with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Florida International University. Additional support is provided by the non-profit Friends of Rookery Bay.

Description: Rookery Bay Research Reserve is a foraging ground to three listed species of sea turtles, the Kemp’s ridley (Lepidochelys kempii), Atlantic green (Chelonia mydas), and the loggerhead (Caretta caretta). The loggerhead is the most common species of sea turtle that nests along Reserve beaches. Rookery Bay Research Reserve staff, interns and volunteers conduct morning nest surveys along barrier island beaches to locate and cage nests, protecting them from predation by raccoons and other species. They then document the number of hatched eggs to get a better understanding of nesting success.

Friends of Rookery Bay is seeking interns to assist Rookery Bay Research Reserve staff to monitor nesting activity and hatching success along the Cape Romano Complex and the Ten Thousand Islands, contributing to a multi-year data set. The interns will be responsible for safe boating practices while accessing remote barrier islands to conduct morning nesting surveys five days a week. They will be responsible for scheduling and supervising volunteers. The interns will also work closely with Friends of Rookery Bay to assist with the Adopt-A-Nest program. The interns will also present the results of the 2026 nest monitoring efforts at the Rookery Bay NERR Environmental Learning Center for the staff, volunteers, and donors.

Qualifications:

Internship Dates: Preferred start date is April 15th with some flexibility. Candidates must include their available start date in the cover letter. Interns are expected to stay through September 30th with the understanding that the internship could end early or be extended into October. This is dependent on nesting activity and tropical storm system activity.

Internship Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 7AM - 3PM. Times may vary depending on weather and nesting conditions. Hours will vary between 30-40 hours per week depending on workload. Interns must be flexible and be able to adjust as needed.

Number of Intern Positions: 3 to 4

Compensation: $390/week and complimentary shared dormitory accommodations

Last date to Apply: January 16th

How to apply: Send a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Jenna.Flickinger@FloridaDEP.gov with subject line: Rookery Bay Sea Turtle Program Internship - [last name].

 PROJECT BACKGROUND Delta Waterfowl, in partnership with the Louisiana Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit and Louisiana State University, is seeking a motivated student to undertake a master’s degree project to conduct applied research on moistsoil management strategies at the historic Delta Marsh in Manitoba, Canada. Located on the south shore of Lake Manitoba, Delta Marsh is one of North America’s most storied wetland research sites. In 1979, Delta Waterfowl and Ducks Unlimited Canada established the Marsh Ecology Research Project (MERP), which includes 10 contiguous, 5-hectare wetland cells. Each cell is equipped with dikes and water control structures that allow independent water-level management in each of the 10 cells. 

The successful applicant will use these MERP cells to test how different water management strategies, herbicide applications, and soil manipulations affect soil salinity, vegetation diversity, and vegetation density. Findings from this work will contribute directly to improved wetland management and waterfowl conservation in northern marshes. 

The successful student will work closely with scientists from Delta Waterfowl and Louisiana State University. Fieldwork will begin in late April 2026 at the Delta Marsh in Manitoba, and coursework will commence at Louisiana State University in August 2026. 

 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • B.S. in biology, ecology, wildlife management or a related field • Ability to meet admission requirements for Louisiana State University • Strong commitment to conducting high-quality, team-based research 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Previous experience with moist-soil management or wetland habitat studies • Experience identifying wetland vegetation and/or conducting vegetation surveys • Familiarity with waterfowl surveys or habitat-use assessments • Proficiency with data management and statistical software (e.g., R) • Experience operating tractors, ATVs, or water management equipment • Demonstrated ability to work independently in field conditions 

Contact Dr. Drew Fowler (dfowler@agcenter.lsu.edu ), Dr. Andrew Nyman (jnyman@lsu.edu), or Dr. Frank Rohwer (frohwer@deltawaterfowl.org) for more information. To apply, submit a single PDF including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and reference contacts to Dr. Fowler. 

Title: AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIAN – Southern Great Plains (5 positions)

FLSA Status: Seasonal / Hourly / Non-Exempt / Overtime Eligible

Reports to: Seasonal Crew Leader

Direct Reports: None

Location: Texas Panhandle, Eastern New Mexico, Western Oklahoma, Western Kansas, and the Nebraska Panhandle

Salary: $18.38 - $21.63 hourly, depending on experience. Reimbursement for project-related travel and camping/lodging will also be provided.

Duration: Approximately 11 weeks (mid-April to the end of June)

Benefits: Not eligible

Start Date       4/14/2026 (tentative)

 

About the Organization_________________________________________________________________________________________

Bird Conservancy of the Rockies conserves birds and their habitats through an integrated approach of science, education and stewardship. Our work extends from the Rockies to the Great Plains, Mexico and beyond. Our mission is advanced through sound science, achieved through empowering people, realized through stewardship and sustained through cross-border collaborations. 

We monitor and identify population trends, research habitat needs, engage landowners and managers in wildlife and habitat stewardship, and inspire audiences of all ages to be better stewards of the land. Together, we are improving native bird populations, the land, and the lives of people. Learn more about our work and programs at our website: www.birdconservancy.org

 

Position Overview_____________________________________________________________________________________________

Experience a season of adventure counting birds every morning with the Integrated Monitoring in Bird Conservation Regions (IMBCR) program! You’ll travel north with the spring through the western portions of Texas, Eastern New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska. 

Surveys occur mostly on private land in a variety of habitats including mesquite bosques, prairies, and riparian systems. You’ll get to observe an impressive variety of species as you move across the study area, including Painted Bunting, Cactus Wren, Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, Burrowing Owl, Mississippi Kite, Scaled Quail, and Lesser Prairie-Chicken. 

This position will have you birding every day during the height of spring migration in the fantastic Great Plains flyway!

Project Dates: ~ April 14 – June 30, 2026

Training: The first week of the field season will be an intensive group training session covering bird identification, point count & vegetation data protocols, GPS navigation, and data entry. You must pass a bird identification quiz at the end of training. After training, you’ll work and travel solo for the duration of the season (with opportunities to meet up with the crew every few weeks)

 

Conduct point counts each morning, then drive to a new survey location each afternoon

Work a variable schedule including long days in the field

Hike long distances off trail in rolling terrain on a regular basis

Car camp daily, often without cell service or facilities

Give a courtesy call to landowners prior to surveying on private property

Enter data, update timesheets and worklogs, and research how you’ll access survey locations

Check in frequently with your Crew Leader and be available by email/phone

 

Work ~ 40-45 hrs per week (overtime pay after 40 hrs)

10 days on/4 days off with some flexibility to adjust schedule to accommodate weather and personal needs

Most field days will begin before dawn and end in the mid afternoon

You’ll need to provide your own binoculars, laptop computer (with working battery), as well as car camping gear. You may drive your own 4WD/AWD vehicle (with reimbursement for work-related mileage) or we’ll provide a rental vehicle (with cost of gas reimbursement)

 

Ability to identify all bird species by sight/sound that regularly breed in the Southern Great Plains

You’re enthusiastic, physically fit, enjoy travel, and can work long hours in the field

Willing to wake up before dawn, face hot/cold/rainy/windy weather, and encounter hazardous wildlife including rattlesnakes, venomous spiders, and biting insects

Ability to hike off trail in variable terrain

You don’t mind solitude and are independent, organized, responsible, and trustworthy

You have a driver’s license, proof of insurance, and experience driving 4WD vehicles

Must pass a background check and DMV screening

 

Desired additional experience:

Experience solo backpacking, long distance hiking, and navigating off-trail

Prior field work experience, especially conducting avian point counts

Experience using a GPS and navigation apps (such as Avenza, GAIA, onX, or Caltopo)

A 4WD/AWD personal vehicle is highly desirable but not strictly required

 

To Apply_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Upload your cover letter, resume, and three references as a single PDF document named “Last Name First Name IMBCR Technician” at this form: http://birdconservancy.org/imbcr-hiring.

Please include in your cover letter how you meet the qualifications (especially bird ID) and why you’re interested in the position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. If you have questions, email IMBCRhiring@birdconservancy.org.

Bird Conservancy is hiring for similar positions in several study areas including Northern Great Plains (NE, SD, ND), Southwest (AZ, NM, UT), Wyoming, and Colorado. See https://www.birdconservancy.org/about-us/employment/ for job posting for each study area. You can apply for multiple positions with a single application.

 

Bird Conservancy of the Rockies is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

 

Visit the IMBCR Webpage (birdconservancy.org/imbcr)

DESCRIPTION: The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is seeking motivated applicants to fill the Fish Production Manager position at the Calamus State Fish Hatchery, where they will lead a team to support aquaculture and fisheries management, conservation, and research programs. The Fish Production Manager oversees multiple fish culture and aquatic programs within the Fisheries Division of the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. This is an opportunity to be a leader, role model and mentor while carrying out fish culture practices to meet program and agency goals.

JOB DUTIES: Plan, schedule, coordinate, and carry out the assigned annual intensive and extensive, multi- species production and distribution plan of a cold, cool, and warmwater fish hatchery. Plan, direct and supervise all staff, all phases of maintenance for hatchery equipment, vehicles, buildings, grounds and ponds. Prepare and maintain administrative records and reports pertaining to budgets, expenses, vehicle logs, invoices, propagation activities, stocking reports, pollution control monitoring, permit sales, personnel reports and others related to fish production. Plan, manage and engage in collecting brood stock, spawning, and hatching of the fish scheduled for production at the hatchery. Conduct routine fish health and nutrition assessment, diagnosis and treatment of disease, water quality monitoring and aquatic vegetation control. Evaluate and report results of innovative fish production techniques aimed at increasing productivity efficiency. Participate in public relations work through hatchery tours and questions of visitors, present technical reports to professionals, organizations and the general public regarding all aspects of hatchery management and fish production. Assists other work units, which may require travel and stay away from home unit overnight. Attend meetings, seminars, and various training to keep up with commission and fish culture subjects and technology. Perform other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Extensive knowledge of aquaculture, aquatic biology, fisheries management, and aquatic research. Knowledge of federal and state laws, commission regulations and policy and fiscal procedures pertaining to fish and wildlife; principles and practices of fish and wildlife biology, particularly fish culture; fish and wildlife disease and water chemistry parameters; research methods and techniques used in the field; statistical data analysis; computer spreadsheets and data management; equipment techniques used to capture, census, age, sex and mark various fish and wildlife species; habitat and history of fish or wildlife species; fish and wildlife conservation programs. Experience leading individuals and teams, excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
Ability to develop positive personal relationships and build productive teams. Ability to assemble, organize and process data by recognized scientific techniques; evaluate and analyze fish and wildlife management plans and develop recommendations for improvement; communicate complex fisheries and wildlife concepts to diverse user groups; supervise the work of others; operate various vehicles, power tools, electrical instruments, scientific equipment and sampling gear, communicate effectively with the public. Ability to be flexible and creative in response to changing circumstances and directives. Ability to respond to facility requirements at any time, day or night.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, fish or wildlife management or closely related field of biological science. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Other : Incumbent must acquire an aquatic pesticide applicator’s license within the first year of hire.
Residing in State provided housing is required. Housing is provided as a condition of employment for the benefit of the state. Living on site to monitor activity and life support systems, provides security to protect the facility and live product, often outside traditional business hours.
Work schedule and physical working conditions: 8-hour workday, 40-hour work week, many activities require work outside assigned work hours and adjustment of work schedules. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in variable and sometimes adverse weather conditions. Ability to work in hot and cold wet conditions in and around water. May require working alone in remote locations. Able to respond to emergencies quickly and work outside normal work hours. Travel is required for short periods of time to accomplish commission goals and required training.

TO APPLY: Apply online at http://statejobs.nebraska.gov. Applications must be entered on or before the application deadline to be considered.
Contact Assistant Division Administrator-Fish Production, Matthew Perrion at 402-937-2102 for questions regarding positions, hatchery location and specific details.

The Research Associate Program at GBI, in cooperation with NPS at the Sierra Nevada Network (SIEN), is recruiting one (1) Forest Ecologist to support long-term monitoring of high-elevation whitebark and foxtail pine forests in Sierra Nevada national parks. The Forest Research Associate will serve as the project lead for annual field operations, overseeing logistics, safety planning, crew coordination, and data management for the backcountry monitoring effort. The position ensures that field protocols are implemented accurately and consistently, that crews are well trained and supported, and that data meet SIEN’s scientific and quality standards.

Working closely with SIEN and park staff, the Forest Ecologist will plan field schedules, prepare equipment and navigation resources, provide on-the-ground training, and accompany crews into the backcountry to verify proper data collection. The incumbent will also manage data entry, QA/QC, and reporting, and act as the primary point of contact for questions related to fieldwork, logistics, and protocol interpretation.

Overview of project
The SIEN High Elevation Forest Monitoring project is a long-term effort to assess the condition and trends of whitebark and foxtail pine ecosystems across Sierra Nevada national parks. These high-elevation, five-needle white pines are foundational species that are increasingly threatened by blister rust, mountain pine beetle outbreaks, climate change, and other ecological stressors. The project collects detailed data on tree health, mortality, regeneration, pathogen presence, and other indicators to fill critical information gaps about the status of these sensitive timberline forests. By producing consistent, repeatable monitoring data, the project provides park managers and partners with the scientific foundation needed to understand ecosystem change, support conservation planning, and protect the resilience of high-elevation forests in the Sierra Nevada.

Primary Responsibilities:

Location:
This position will be based out of the NPS Sierra Nevada Inventory & Monitoring office located near Ash Mt District in the foothills of Sequoia NP. The closest town to Ash Mt. is Three Rivers (pop. 2,500) which is a 15-minute drive from the office/housing.  Three Rivers has two small food markets, a few convenience stores, several gift and specialty shops, many motels, a doctor’s office, post office, a bank with an ATM machine, a credit union, 2 coffee shops, about 7 restaurants, a bar, and a microbrewery.  The closest sizeable town is Visalia (about 60 minutes from Ash Mt.).  Visalia has many large grocery stores and department stores, movie theaters, auto mechanics, etc.  Fresno and Bakersfield are the closest cities with airports. 

Three Rivers is extremely hot and dry in summer, with daytime temperatures often exceeding 110°F. However, backcountry field locations often occur at high elevation locations where freezing temperatures or summer snowstorms are even possible.

Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation: $29 hourly.
Benefits:

Housing: Park housing may be available.
Per diem: Not to exceed $1,280.

Qualifications:
Required:

Preferred: 

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, stand, walk, bend, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer business equipment and other job/industry specific equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. The overall nature of the (Indoors/Office) position is sedentary, requiring little physical effort and occasional light exertion. There is occasional exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, and temperature changes.

The field work involves large amounts of time outside under a variety of conditions. Field season work involves backpacking and camping in remote locations in wilderness. Field work will involve hiking long distances over large elevation gains (up to 8-12 miles per day, over 6,000ft of gain) over rough terrain, often off trail, carrying backpacks and sampling equipment weighing up to 50lbs. 

Please apply online through this application link by submitting an up-to-date resume, one-page cover letter that details your interest in the position, and any qualifications not fully described in your resume, contact information for three professional and/or academic references. Be sure to complete any preliminary questions prompted in the application and sign your application. 

Disclaimer: 

ORGANIZATION
Plumas Audubon Society (PAS) promotes the understanding, appreciation, and protection of the biodiversity of the Feather River Region through education, research, and the restoration and conservation of natural ecosystems. PAS is an independent chapter of the National Audubon Society. Based in Quincy, California, PAS has been serving the upper Feather River Watershed, throughout Plumas County and portions of Sierra and Lassen Counties, for 36 years. 

PAS is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. PAS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

PAS is seeking experienced field technicians to conduct protocol-level surveys for various TES wildlife species, including but not limited to: Western & Clark’s grebes, Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frogs, American goshawks, and California spotted owls. PAS also occasionally conducts habitat restoration projects. Projects are dependent on funding. There may be opportunities to work on additional projects. 

This position is full-time throughout the survey period (May–August) and requires residence in Plumas County. The wildlife field technician will work closely with the crew lead to ensure that surveys are conducted in accordance with recommended protocols and that data is recorded and documented accurately. The wildlife field technician may work independently or with other crew members. 

Fieldwork for this position will be primarily on Plumas National Forest lands in California's Sierra Nevada Range. With elevations ranging from 3,000 to 7,000 feet, the environment in these mountains varies from deep valleys of old-growth forest, steep, densely forested terrain, and post-fire landscapes. Work requires a great amount of physical exertion as it involves long hours of hiking on closed roads and trails. Off-trail hikes on steep, rocky terrain are common. Technicians must be willing and able to carry backpacks and research equipment weighing up to 45 pounds, hike off-trail, and work in inclement weather conditions that may include wind, rain, snow, and sun exposure.

Fieldwork will require a flexible schedule, typically 8-10 hours per shift during the summer months. Dates of employment will vary depending on ecological factors, survey priority, and wildfire season. This is a full-time seasonal position. 

 
Send your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to opportunities@plumasaudubon.org

The Alaska Refuge Inventory & Monitoring (I&M) Program is hiring a seasonal Biological Science Technician position based in Homer, Alaska for the 2026 summer field season. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to conservation science across Alaska’s National Wildlife Refuges.

This field-based role will assist with summer botanical fieldwork and remote sensing projects across Alaska’s refuges. Expect hands-on experience in diverse Alaskan ecosystems and 50% or more travel.

This position is open to the public, and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. The application period closed 12 December 2025, so don’t wait!

Click the link below to learn more about specific qualifications, requirements, and how to apply.

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/851525600ment