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AGFC BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN I - AGFC BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN I
Position number: 22096354

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Advertisement Opens: Feb. 24, 2025
Advertisement Closes: March 14, 2025
Full Time: No
Salary: $19.19 - $19.19 Hourly
Minimum Education and/or Experience:

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus two years of field experience in wildlife or fisheries management or forestry or land management, or a related area.

 

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES CHIEF.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in wildlife management or related field; plus two years of field experience in wildlife or fisheries management or forestry or land management, or related area.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in wildlife management.

Knowledge of the equipment and techniques used to maintain buildings, grounds and equipment.

Knowledge of wildlife biology and the associated techniques used in wildlife management. Knowledge of agricultural methods and basic land laws.

Ability to identify common plants and animals found in Arkansas. Ability to collect biological samples.

Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.

Ability to operate and maintain wildlife management equipment safely and effectively.

 
Preferred Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
  • Ability to work with diverse partners and user groups
  • Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and Google Suites
  • Basic knowledge of wildlife population management and habitat management and restoration techniques
  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of farm equipment and specialized agricultural practices as well as a basic knowledge of wetland habitats and management
  • National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) certified Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2) with a knowledge of prescribed fire
  • Working experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Position Location:
City: Scotland
Office: Scott Henderson Gulf Mountain WMA
Division: Wildlife Management
Job Summary:

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Biological Technician I is responsible for habitat and maintenance projects on Wildlife Management Areas. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Typical Functions:
  • Assists program coordinators, habitat biologists, and field biologists in the planning, preparation, and implementation of wildlife habitat management and maintenance projects on wildlife management areas
  • Conducts wildlife and habitat management activities on wildlife management areas.
  • Monitors and operates wildlife management areas infrastructure, including levees, roads, parking lots, water control structures, waterways, campsites, etc.
  • Conduct operations in compliance with state and federal regulations such as fire safety, accident prevention, vehicle operation, pesticide application and waterway drainage.
  • Monitors assigned wildlife management areas for invasive species and assists in control efforts.
  • Collects or assists in collecting biological samples and entering data. Collects biological data for wildlife monitoring and research.
  • Calibrates and operates wildlife management equipment, such as seed drills, planters, weed eaters, chainsaws, lawn mowers, ATVs, boats, tractors, dozers, backhoes, rollers, sprayers and others as necessary.
  • Serves as a member of the agency's prescribed burn program and assists with the implementation of prescribed burns on state-managed WMAs. Specific physical fitness demands for prescribed burning are required.
  • Cleans, maintains, prepares, and supplies work areas.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Day-to-day operations of Scott Henderson Gulf Mt. Wildlife Management Area (WMA)
  • Extensive operation of agricultural equipment as well as the ability to participate in other habitat management activities including prescribed burning, wildlife openings, invasive species control, and wildlife stand improvements
  • Regular coordination and oversight of contractors, planning and coordination of habitat management activities, collaborating and coordinating with conservation partners, assistance with regional prescribed burning activities, assistance with wildlife program-related data collection efforts, and other duties as assigned
  • This position is required, as per the Prescribed Fire Planning and Implementation Procedures and Policy, to complete a two-mile walk carrying 25 pounds in 30 minutes
  • May be required to work some holidays and weekends
Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license.
Special Job Dimensions:
  • Assists program coordinators, habitat biologists, and field biologists in the planning, preparation, and implementation of wildlife habitat management and maintenance projects on wildlife management areas.
  • Conducts wildlife and habitat management activities on wildlife management areas.
  • Monitors and operates wildlife management areas infrastructure, including levees, roads, parking lots, water control structures, waterways, campsites, etc.
  • Conduct operations in compliance with state and federal regulations such as fire safety, accident prevention, vehicle operation, pesticide application and waterway drainage.
  • Monitors assigned wildlife management areas for invasive species and assists in control efforts.
  • Collects or assists in collecting biological samples and entering data. Collects biological data for wildlife monitoring and research.
  • Calibrates and operates wildlife management equipment, such as seed drills, planters, weed eaters, chainsaws, lawn mowers, ATVs, boats, tractors, dozers, backhoes, rollers, sprayers and others as necessary.
  • Serves as a member of the agency's prescribed burn program and assists with the implementation of prescribed burns on state-managed WMAs. Specific physical fitness demands for prescribed burning are required.
  • Cleans, maintains, prepares, and supplies work areas.

 
Other Specific Information:

The duty station for this position will be the Gulf Mountain office which is located near Scotland, Arkansas.  For more information about the position, contact Noah Wyatt at noah.wyatt@agfc.ar.gov.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Commission will make any reasonable accommodations necessary to ensure equal employment opportunities.