Description Idaho Department of Fish and Game Opportunity Please Note: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MDT on the posting end date. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is seeking a Furbearer Staff Biologist within the Wildlife Bureau located at the Headquarters office in Boise. This position has the primary responsibility for providing oversight on the statewide management of furbearers, including unharvested species such as wolverine, fisher, and Canada lynx. Additionally, it serves as Headquarter point of contact for beaver mediated habitat restoration projects occurring throughout the state. This position will report to the Large Carnivore Natural Resource Program Coordinator. This position collaborates with a variety of partners including other bureaus, state and federal agencies, and will serve on multi-state technical working groups. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of management plans, and for providing recommendations to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission. Why IDFG? We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do. What We Offer: - Excellent - employee only coverage for PPO is $65/month for medical and vision & $11.82/month for dental; family plans are also available
- Participation in one of the
- Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)
- Eleven paid holidays in a year
- Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Multiple optional saving plans - 401k and 457 plans
- - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
- (eligibility requirements may apply)
- - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
- and Department Wellness Programs
- Potential flexible schedule
Responsibilities: - Coordinate the implementation of the furbearer program activities with regional staff, state and federal agencies, non-governmental agencies, sportsmen organizations, private landowners, and elected officials.
- Provide technical assistance, direction, and support for IDFG staff, partners, collaborators, and NGOs related to furbearer management and policy.
- Coordinate the implementation of the Furbearer, and the Fisher, Wolverine and Canada Lynx management plans in Idaho.
- Monitor furbearer populations at the statewide level.
- Direct, review, plan, and collaborate on projects and programs such as multi-state monitoring efforts of wolverine, fisher, and Canada lynx.
- Identify data needs and coordinate development of new data sets to support the furbearer program.
- Develop harvest management recommendations for furbearers.
- Represent the Department on multi-agency committees, technical working groups, and at various meetings with federal agencies, special interest groups, community and other state organizations, Native American tribes, and other governmental entities.
- Communicate the use and function of traps and trapping systems in the harvest of furbearers.
- Monitor trends in use and demands in Department resources; coordinate review of projects and programs; prepare technical reports and position statements.
- Prepare and deliver reports to the Idaho Fish and Game Commission.
- Prepare and manage statewide program budgets.
- May supervise seasonal staff.
Minimum Qualifications: (These qualifications are required.) - Experience demonstrating good knowledge of fish, wildlife, conservation biology, plant ecology and/or habitat management practices. (Typically gained by successful completion of a Master's Degree in Fisheries, Wildlife, or Natural Resource Management from an accredited college or university and at least two years of professional experience such as habitat and resource management or fish and wildlife population management OR successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Fisheries, Wildlife, or Natural Resource Management from an accredited college or university and at least four years of professional experience such as habitat and resource management or fish and wildlife population management OR at least eight years of professional experience such as habitat and resource management or fish and wildlife population management.)
- Experience evaluating the impact of land use practices and natural processes on habitats, developing, and interpreting statistical data and formulas used in biological research. (Typically gained by at least two years of professional work experience providing input into these areas.)
- Experience evaluating and interpreting environmental documents, state and federal regulations, and providing a written and oral analysis of findings. (Typically gained by at least two years of professional work experience providing input on methodology, gathering, and analyzing wildlife data, and providing written and oral analysis of findings. Field research in a wildlife management-related master's degree thesis program is typical at this level).
MQ Specialty Area: (This qualification is required for the current opening.) - Experience coordinating and communicating fish and wildlife program objectives, recommendations, and desired outcomes to diverse groups of stakeholders, and coordinating the implementation of programs with working groups, including regional personnel, state, and federal agencies, Native American tribes, non-governmental entities, and landowners. (Typically gained by at least two years of professional work experience in this area.)
To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following: Thank you for applying with us! CONTACT INFORMATION: Idaho Department of Fish and Game P.O. Box 25 Boise, Idaho 83707 WEBSITE: If you have questions, please contact us at: EMAIL: PHONE: (208) 334-3773
EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
