Full-Time Wildlife Biologist

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Experience a unique opportunity working with a dedicated team of scientists and biologists on one of the largest and best managed saline ecosystems in the world.

Individuals will have the opportunity to gain experience working on a unique ecosystem and acquire knowledge in both wildlife and aquatic resources. Opportunities will be available to explore research questions and expand experience in wildlife management. Individuals will be able to explore opportunities that interest them with respect to wildlife management and conservation. When you work for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, you're helping improve the quality of life for everyone who calls Utah home. Utah's abundant wildlife populations are a direct result of active, hands‑on work by our employees and partners. Division employees gives the citizens of Utah, and visitors to the state, something to smile about and stories they can't wait to share with their friends and family. In addition, the generous paid time off and great health benefits help ensure that you can spend quality time with your loved ones.

Conduct field work, sampling, and laboratory procedures for brine shrimp conservation and management.

Conduct limnological sampling and research on and around Great Salt Lake.

Conduct facilities and equipment maintenance on sampling equipment, boats, ATV's, as well as buildings and grounds.

Coordinate aquatic research.

Design field and laboratory experiments.

Present findings from research to professional groups and other organizations for education purposes.

Bachelor's degree in a related field of study or direct related work experience.

Background in wildlife or aquatic biology with an emphasis on research.

Proficient in using Microsoft Office programs.

Understand applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Understand principles, theories, and practices of wildlife management.

Compose and produce reports and written documents.

Experience managing or studying wildlife and wetland habitats on the Great Salt Lake.

Experience operating boats and maintaining them.

Experience with data entry and statistical analysis.

Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc. Work in and around bodies of water.

Operate boats on large bodies of water.

Work on the weekends, holidays and evenings may be required.

Travel and occasional overnight travel possible.

Evening and weekend work as needed, on-call during emergencies as needed.

Entry level

Full‑time

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