Employer Wisconsin DNR Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills The Office of Applied Science within the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hiring a Wildlife Research Technician to assist with fieldwork to monitor bear reproduction in Wisconsin and contribute to other projects within the Large Carnivore Research Program. The Wildlife Research Technician will serve as a core Bear Crew member, conducting den assessments and surveys aimed at collaring and monitoring sows. Fieldwork will occur from November to early April and requires extensive travel with overnight stays across bear range (northern half of the state). The selected candidate will also process and analyze aerial imagery in support of a project to evaluate the effectiveness of bear abatement measures at reducing crop damage. The position will be based out of Rhinelander, WI. This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and will not automatically lead to permanent state employment or be entitled to the same benefits as permanent employees. 60% Field workDriving long distances to conduct den assessments and surveysAssessing dens to collect information to determine whether they can be included in the bear denning surveyLocate bear dens of collared individuals using VHFConduct denning surveys following protocols and standard operating procedures for field data collection, including protocols for chemical immobilizationTraining with our state veterinarian on project protocols for chemical immobilization of bear that are in torpor, including use of a syringe pole and drug dosage protocols35% Processing of aerial survey dataOrganizing and maintenance of aerial photos and spatial layersGeoreferencing aerial imagesDigitizing field edges and corn damage by bearsImplement data quality control/assurance protocols, monitor protocol effectiveness5% - Support of other projects, as assigned Special Requirements:1) Residency: To be considered for this position, you must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.A Wisconsin resident is a person who:a. Has established a residence, as defined in s. 6.10(1), in this state not less than 10 days earlier; b. Has resided in this state for not less than a total of one year out of the immediately preceding 5 years; c. Is eligible to register to vote in this state; or d. Is the spouse of a person meeting the requirements of par. (a), (b), or (c).” s.230.03(12), Wis. Stats.2) Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to a job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.3) Eligible to work in U.S.: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility I-9 form upon hire.QualificationsIn addition to the required qualifications below, the selected candidate must be eligible to drive a state vehicle and meet the following criteria:Have a valid driver’s licenseBe at least 18 years of ageHave a minimum of two years of licensed driving experienceHave not had three (3) or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two (2) yearsHave no OWI/DUI violations within the past year Required Qualifications:Coursework or prior knowledge and work experience involving wildlife science and management, biology, GIS, or a related fieldExperience collecting and entering field data following scientific protocolsAbility and willingness to sometimes work long hours in harsh weather conditionsExperience using ArcMap or ArcPro, including georeferencing, digitization, and making mapsAbility to organize and manage large-scale field research, specifically related to wildlifeAbility to lift at least 50 lbs Preferred Qualifications:B.S. in Wildlife Science, Biology, GIS, or related fieldExperience with chemical immobilization of bears or other large mammalsExperience with 4-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and traileringAbility to lift at least 100 lbs Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location Detail: Rhineland, WI Salary: This position pays $23.32 per hour and is classified as a Natural Resources Research Technician in pay schedule and range 06-13. Compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan. Job Benefits: More about LTE positions:1) Offer a great opportunity to gain experience and learn about careers at the WI Department of Natural Resources.2) Provide opportunities for individuals to enhance their resumes with skills learned on the job. 3) May accommodate flexibility for part-time or full-time work hours and seasonal schedules. Work schedules are dependent on business needs. 4) Allow individuals to hold multiple LTE appointments concurrently. If both LTE positions are at the same agency, the positions must be bona fide different positions. Each individual LTE position allows for maximum of 1039 hours in a twelve-month period.How To ApplyFollow the attached link to the job posting. Click the “Apply for Job” button and follow the directions. You will be able to save your application as many times as needed and make edits up until the point you submit your application. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted.For any position-related questions, please feel free to contact Jennifer.PriceTack@wisconsin.gov.Your resume and letter of qualifications are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Application Deadline: Mon, 07/21/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://wj.wi.gov/psc/wisjobs/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?P…
