Wildlife Biologist-Hunting Coordinator

Full job description: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/140790 
Apply by date for full consideration: 3/18/2024
Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000

Position Summary:
CEMML is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/ 

A Wildlife Biologist-Hunting Coordinator position is available with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands. The position is located at the US Army Garrison, Pohakuloa Training Area (USAG-PTA) on the Big Island in Hawaii approximately 40 miles west of Hilo.

The position supports the hunting program (approximately 60%) and the Wildlife (approximately 40%) program at USAG-PTA within the Natural Resources Program. The hunting program coordinates the removal of game species (feral ungulates and upland game birds), thus reducing stressors on sensitive resources on Army-managed lands while supporting sustained military training at Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA). The employee:

• Administers, plans, and manages the formal public hunting program at PTA. Coordinates public hunting activities and plans and implements game management and hunting activities at PTA in accordance with applicable Army regulations/ coordination. Uses web-based software such as iSportsman to manage public hunting information, hunter registration, permit sales, harvest reporting, and automated data tabulation and analysis. Collects and analyzes hunter effort and harvest data. As directed, monitors game populations to support public hunting activity. Implements field operations, including, but not limited to, facilities construction and maintenance (e.g., water sources, fencing and gates, information kiosks).
• Supports a wide variety of wildlife and federally-listed wildlife management and planning activities in the field and office, including surveys, monitoring, data management and analysis, technical report preparation, assistance with threat management and restoration activities, public outreach, and other duties.
• Is supervised by the Natural Resource Program Wildlife Program Manager (CSU).
• Coordinates regularly with the State agencies and Army offices at PTA.
• Coordinates and collaborates with other natural resources support staff at PTA and federal biologists.

The position is contingent upon funding for continued CSU support for natural resource management on PTA.

Relocation expenses may be available; conditions apply.

Required Qualifications:    

• BS in Wildlife Biology/Management, Natural Resource Management, Biology, or closely related field.
• Experience in administering/coordinating hunting programs (e.g., preparing regulations/policies, monitoring hunting activity, manning game check stations, etc.).
• Experience managing native wildlife species including implementing surveys and/or monitoring methodologies and data collection.
• Experience with Global Positioning System (GPS) and field navigation.
• Proficient with Windows-based computers and MS Office Suite software including MSWord and MSExcel for data management, record keeping, information retrieval, and reporting.
• Ability/willingness to work occasional weekend days as part of work schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to hike for 6-8 hours and up to 7 km per day while carrying field pack over rough terrain, in inclement weather.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Employee Benefits: 
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/  & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/. 

Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.