For more information, please follow this link: https://environment.uw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/SD-Habitat-Specialist-JA-Watertown-2022-May.pdf

Salary– $31,000–35,000 depending on experience and qualifications + benefits.

Overview: This position represents a partnership between South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks (SDGFP) and
Pheasants Forever (PF). The incumbent will conduct habitat management work on public wildlife management
areas. They are full-time, permanent employee of Pheasants Forever and will receive daily leadership from
SDGFP Field Managers. The position will be located at Watertown, South Dakota.
Duties: The incumbent will assist with all aspects of managing the assigned wildlife management area. Major
responsibilities include:
• Directing, and implementing habitat management work on public wildlife areas; operation of farm
equipment and prescribed fire experience important
• Procuring supplies and equipment;
• Participating in the construction, maintenance and repair of area buildings, equipment, and roads;
• Coordinating agricultural permits to insure positive benefits for wildlife;
• Providing public information;
• Participating in scientific field studies and surveys;
• Participating in training and evaluation of seasonal employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
• A basic understanding of environmental, agricultural and/or natural resource science. Education may be
substituted for experience as determined relevant by the partners. Preference will be given to candidates
that possess a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in wildlife management; Rx fire experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and partner agencies;
• Ability to work independently with little supervision;
• Knowledge of wildlife ecology, wetland and grassland management including the ability to utilize
various habitat management equipment and tools in the development of wildlife habitat;
• Excellent verbal/written communication and organizational skills;
• Successful applicants must also possess or be able to acquire a South Dakota CDL Operators License
and an Herbicide Applicators License.
Training and Experience Guideline: Any combination of training and/or experience that will enable the
applicant to possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. One year of work experience in a wildlife
management related job. A general qualification guideline for this position is a Bachelor of Science Degree in
Wildlife Management or closely related natural resources field and/or related field experience.