Deadline: Sun, 11/05/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location: New Jersey Location Detail: Columbus Job Description: In partnership with the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife (NJDFW); this Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist will coordinate and implement wildlife-related conservation programs and provide technical assistance within the Northern bobwhite quail (NBWQ) focal landscape of New Jersey. The position location will be based in a USDA Service Center and provide service to multiple counties and Service Centers in southern New Jersey. Staff will work in joint capacity with partner agencies to promote, coordinate and implement conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill, with primary focus on the Working Lands For Wildlife Northern Bobwhite Grasslands and Savannas Framework. Conservation delivery may involve other relevant Farm Bill programs such as the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP), and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), as well as state level habitat programs and initiatives. General duties will include all aspects of wildlife habitat planning, contract coordination, conservation plan writing, site assessment/eligibility determination, program promotion/outreach, landowner technical assistance, monitoring, and reporting. Qualifications: · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agency staff. · Ability to work independently and with diverse clientele. Must be a motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills. · Knowledge of, and/or practical experience with silviculture and prescribed fire as it relates to forest management and wildlife habitat. Prescribed fire training, certifications, and experience are preferred. · Knowledge of wildlife ecology and forest and grassland management including the ability to utilize various habitat management tools in the development of management plans. · Knowledge of conservation and wildlife programs provided by federal (i.e., Farm Bill, US Fish and Wildlife Service), state, & local entities. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage demanding workloads. · Proficiency with ArcGIS, GPS, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) is required. · Valid driver’s license required; some use of personal vehicle required (mileage reimbursement provided). · Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance. Salary: $42,000-$48,000 (Commensurate with experience) How to Apply: You must combine a cover letter that outlines your interest in the position and your qualifications, along with a detailed resume, and 3 references, into one MS Word document or Adobe Acrobat PDF file before uploading to the “Resume” area of your application on our Recruitment website at: www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs . Our Benefits Summary is also viewable on this webpage. For additional questions, please contact Kent Adams, East Region Director, at kadams@pheasantsforever.org
