Employer Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Overview & Job Duties: Pheasants Forever Inc. & Quail Forever (PFQF) is seeking an experienced biologist to assist in delivering conservation programs and projects within the state of Missouri. The selected candidate will work as a member of the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Wetland Emphasis Team and Farm Bill Biologist Team providing wetland restoration assistance across 20 or more counties. The selected candidate will receive daily guidance from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Wetland Services Biologist and be involved with all aspects of delivering wetland-related farm bill programs. This will include enrollment and acquisition, design, protection, enhancement, management, and restoration of wetlands and associated upland habitats important to migrating waterfowl, upland wildlife, and other associated species. This position will be located within the Warrensburg NRCS field office and will provide conservation technical assistance and conservation program delivery to private landowners throughout their WET area. The incumbent will work in a joint capacity with NRCS, MDC, and other partners to promote, facilitate enrollment, and coordinate the implementation of the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) and other wildlife-related conservation programs. Activities will include program application assistance, program coordination, contract coordination, conservation planning, developing compatible use agreements, easement monitoring, site assessment, and reporting. Incumbents will provide technical biological assistance for wildlife habitat enhancement techniques to private landowners and public organizations. The position will work with local chapters of PFQF and other local partners to increase habitat management efforts and participate in regional and statewide habitat meetings. Assist or coordinate activities and projects with other PFQF, MDC, and NRCS staff. These positions will be employees of and supervised by Pheasants Forever, Inc. & Quail Forever, with daily instruction and leadership provided by PFQF, MDC, and NRCS. Desired Knowledge. Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of wildlife ecology, prescribed fire, grassland, wetland, and early succession habitat managementExperience with wetland management and restoration techniquesExperience with wetland restoration design is highly desirableWorking knowledge of wetland systems, including identification skills of wetland-associated flora and faunaSpecific knowledge in writing and delivering wetland habitat management conservation plansKnowledge of Microsoft Office and ArcGIS softwareKnowledge of the USDA Wetland Reserve Easement and other conservation assistance programsAbility to convey the use of various management tools in the development of habitat management plansKnowledge of conservation and wildlife habitat programs provided by federal (i.e. Farm Bill, US Fish and Wildlife Service), state, & local entities. In addition, knowledge of how these programs are implemented in an agricultural landscape is desiredKnowledge of or practical experience with agricultural systems, farming and ranchingAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners, partner agencies, and colleaguesAbility to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clienteleExcellent verbal and written communicationStrong organizational skillsDemonstrated ability as a leader with a high degree of self-motivationProficient with ArcGIS and/or other spatial mapping programsAbility to resolve difficult situationsValid driver’s license required; some use of personal vehicle may be required (mileage reimbursement provided)Occasional overnight travel requiredMust be able to obtain USDA Federal Security ClearanceEducation and Experience Preferred: A minimum requirement for this position is a Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Management or closely related natural resources field and three years of relevant experience. Wildlife Society Certification and graduate work will also be considered. At least 3 years of experience with the management of wetland systems is highly preferred. Proven experience working with USDA Farm Bill programs (i.e. EQIP, CSP, ACEP, CRP) is preferred. Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Warrensburg, MO Salary: $39,000 – 45,000 + benefits Job Benefits: please see our benefits summary on our recruitment website at www.quailforever.org/jobs Application Deadline: Sat, 06/14/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://pheasantsforever.applytojob.com/apply/FZLiWlIonm/MO-Farm-Bill-Wildlife-…
