Fisheries/Wildlife Biologist I - Colby

This unclassified, full-time position within the Wildlife Division is located at the KDWP Colby District Office and directly supervised by the District Wildlife Biologist. Key Responsibilities Assist with development, coordination and implementation of the federal and state private lands habitat programs within a nine-county district. Contract land for Walk-In Hunting Access (WIHA), Voluntary Public Access (VPA), HACH, and special hunts on private lands within the district. Additional duties include providing wildlife habitat technical and financial assistance through KDWP’s Habitat First program, addressing wildlife disease and animal damage issues, and working with various groups, agencies, NGO’s and other partners to maximize wildlife habitats within the given counties. Provide information and education for the general public. Minimum Requirements High School diploma or GED equivalent. Two years of relevant technical experience in an environmental field and/or program. Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in fisheries science/management or wildlife science/management are strongly preferred. A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check are required. Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Kansas Department of Revenue – Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions Benefits Salary: beginning hourly wage of $24.46 per hour Health and Insurance: immediate group health, dental and vision coverage and life insurance coverage Retirement and Options: Retirement plan and optional deferred compensation Paid Leave: holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and parental leave #J-18808-Ljbffr Malaysianwildlife