Natural Resources Job Board

 Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is seeking to hire a seasonal wildlife health field technician to assist with multiple disease surveillance projects. This is a 3-month position starting mid-September through early December.  

 Duties will include: 

• Diagnostic sample collection from wildlife, performing diagnostic assays, chronic wasting disease sampling, tick collection, and tick dragging 

• Diagnostic sample handling, submissions, and shipment 

• Performing necropsies and other procedures to diagnose wildlife diseases 

• Data collection, entry, and management 

• Participation in wildlife captures and health assessments and collection samples for disease surveillance and diagnosis 

• Assist wildlife management area biologists/staff with projects as necessary  

• Contacting landowners and interacting with the public in a professional manner 

• Requires a significant amount driving to field sites across central and eastern Kentucky 

 

Qualifications: 

-        Have obtained or be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in biology, wildlife ecology, or a related field. 

-        Valid U.S. driver's license and clean driving record. 

-        Authorization to work in the United States. 

-        Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or as a member of a team. 

-        Have great attention to detail when working with animals and collecting data. 

-        Experience and comfort navigating with maps, compasses, and handheld GPS units. 

-        Able to withstand the rigors of field work (hot/humid conditions, walking long distances over rugged terrain, able to lift up to 30 pounds, “buggy” conditions, early mornings and long days, flexible schedules because of weather, etc) 

 

Preferred Qualifications: Collecting biological samples, laboratory experience, data entry skills, familiarity with firearms, and operating 4-wheel drive vehicles. Experience with biosecurity principals and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google apps. 

 This is a seasonal position, up to 37.5 hours/week at $15.00/hour. Questions or to be considered for this position, please submit resume, cover letter, and references to christine.casey@ky.gov