Salary: $23.96 - $27.91 Hourly
Location : Carbon County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 43955
Agency: 560 Department of Natural Resources
Unit: 5735 DNR SERO HABITAT COUNCIL,WATERSHED INITIATIVE PROG
Opening Date: 01/30/2025
Closing Date: 2/9/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Karen Weir
# of Openings: 1
Location: DWR Southeast Region Office, 319 N. Carbonville Road, Suite A, Price, UT 84501
Schedule Code: TL - Time Limited - This is a career service exempt at will position.
Career Mobility: This position may be filled as a career mobility.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.
Job DescriptionJob Title: Farm Bill Program Biologist IIJob Description:Become a Partner Biologist with the NRCS/DWR and take part in a significant mission to enhance wildlife habitats. In this role, you will join the Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) team, collaborating with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to design and implement impactful habitat restoration projects. Through Farm Bill programs and other state funding avenues under the Utah Watershed Restoration Initiative (UWRI), you will help create a brighter future for our ecosystems.
You will work closely with NRCS staff and DWR biologists, developing and executing projects that invigorate ecosystem processes on private lands while supporting public land grazers. This position is vital for advancing DWR's vision of restoring Utah's watersheds and safeguarding the state's wildlife and natural landscapes for generations to come.
Join our team and transform the lives of Utah's residents as a committed steward of the state's wildlife. Embrace a dynamic role that empowers you to inspire meaningful conservation efforts. Experience the freedom of a flexible work schedule and the fulfillment of working in nature. Benefit from valuable support to enhance your knowledge and skills through professional training, learning opportunities, and leadership development. The State of Utah also offers an exceptional benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Responsibilities - Plan and implement wildlife habitat improvement and restoration projects
- Conduct habitat monitoring to ensure the success of implemented projects
- Work alongside NRCS staff and DWR biologists
- Write grant applications for project funding through the Farm Bill program and UWRI
- Monitor and manage contractors on habitat improvement projects
Qualifications REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in wildlife management, range science, restoration ecology, natural resource management, or a closely related field, or equivalent directly related work experience.
- Ability to supervise interns, volunteers, and seasonal employees.
- Knowledge of research and monitoring principles and techniques, including sampling and statistical analysis.
- Proficiency in using GIS programs and GPS tools.
- Ability to collect, compile, analyze, and summarize data for written and oral reports.
- Experience in planning and implementing habitat improvement projects, along with familiarity with agricultural practices and terminology. Experience in technical writing such as grant applications and proposals is also required.
PREFERRED:
- Master's degree in wildlife management, range science, restoration ecology, natural resource management, or a closely related field, or equivalent directly related work experience.
- Knowledge of wildlife ecology and habitat requirements for various species, as well as the ability to identify different wildlife species, domestic animals, and plant species. Familiarity with rangelands and the implementation of rangeland projects is preferred.
- Awareness of state and federal environmental regulations.
Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor's degree in a natural resources field. Additional preference will be given to candidates with a master's degree in a wildlife-related natural resources field or other applicable fields relevant to the position. Candidates with years of demonstrated successful full-time work experience will also be favored.
Supplemental Information Working conditions and physical requirements:
- Risks that require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
- Must be able to operate four-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs, and transport trucks/trailers over unpaved roads.
- Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, and lift moderately heavy items (up to 60 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods.
- Typical work schedule is 40 hours per week, with occasional overnight travel within Utah, and occasionally outside of the state, is required to attend meetings, conferences, support habitat management projects, etc.
- Non-standard work schedule is typical during the field season.
Other requirements:
- Pesticide Applicators License may be required after hire
- This is a full-time position, which occasionally requires irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and during emergencies.
- Valid Driver's license
- Occasional overnight travel within Utah, and occasionally outside of the state, is required to attend meetings, conferences, support habitat management projects, etc.
Miscellaneous:
Successful candidates will have access to both the DWR and NRCS offices, with a dedicated office space provided at each location.
Benefits:The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
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The interview selection process is based on the answers to the supplemental questions listed below. It is imperative that the information provided on the application and job profile is detailed and clearly outlines your work experience and skills. Your answers to the supplemental questions must be documented in your work experience and job profile. "See resume" is not an acceptable response to any question. Failure to follow these instructions will result in disqualification fromfurther consideration for this position.
- I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above statement.
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The beginning wage for this position will be between $23.96/hr and $27.91/hr for new employees. For existing state employees DHRM rules and agency/division policy will determine the starting salary.
Are you willing to accept a salary within this beginning range of $23.96/hr and $27.91/hr (for non-state employees or seasonal state employees) or as determined by DHRM rule and DWR guidelines (for current state career service employees)?
Applicants selecting "NO" will not be considered or interviewed. 03
How many years of full-time work experience in a wildlife/habitat-related natural resources field or other applicable field that is beneficial for the position?
- Less than 2 years
- 3 - 5 years
- 6 - 9 years
- 10 or more years
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Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor's degree in a natural resources field. Additional preference will be given to candidates with a master's degree in a wildlife-related natural resources field or other applicable field that is beneficial for the position. Select the highest level of academic education that you've completed.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
- None of the above
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What was the field of study of your academic education above?
Select all that apply
- Bachelor's in wildlife biology
- Master's in wildlife biology
- Bachelor's in habitat restoration or natural resource conservation
- Master's in habitat restoration or natural resource conservation
- Bachelor's in natural resource management
- Master's in natural resource management
- Bachelor's in public administration
- Master's in public administration
- Bachelor's or higher in another closely related field
- 2 years directly related work experience
- 4 years directly related work experience
- None of the above
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How many years of professional work experience do you have working in wildlife or habitat management or a closely related natural resource conservation field?
- No experience
- 1 year or less
- 2 - 4 years experience
- 5 - 7 years experience
- 7 - 9 years experience
- 10 or more years experience
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Please rate your experience planning, implementing and monitoring habitat restoration projects.
- No related experience
- Limited experience
- Moderate experience
- Extensive experience
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How many years of professional work experience do you have using ARC map and other GIS and GPS tools.
- No experience
- 0 - 1 year experience
- 2 - 4 years experience
- 5 - 7 years experience
- 8 - 9 years experience
- 10 or more years experience
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Please rate your level of professional experience monitoring and managing program or project budgets.
- No related experience
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
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Please rate your level of professional work experience where your responsibilities included conflict resolution and building collaborative partnerships with state and federal agencies, elected officials, non-governmental organizations, tribal governments, members of the public, etc.
- No related experience
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
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How many years of professional experience do you have writing technical documents such as management plans, grant proposals, journal articles, and reports?
- No related experience
- 1 year or less experience
- 2 to 4 years experience
- 5 - 7 years experience
- 8 or more years experience
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Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
- State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah)
- Referred by a Friend or Family
- Indeed
- Other External Job Board or Site
- LinkedIn
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov)
- Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc)
- Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague)
- University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc)
- Contacted by a Recruiter
- Career or Job Fair
- Internship
- Interviewed for different position
- Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc)
- Other (not listed above)
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