Conservation Specialist

OSAGE NATION • Pawhuska, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Conservation Specialist has a diverse set of responsibilities including general land stewardship, development, and maintenance of acreage under the purview of the Department of Natural Resources. The Conservation Specialist will assist in a variety of land management activities, often requiring field work in a variety of environmental conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of five years of livestock experience required, some experience must be related to bison
• Must possess ability to write and speak effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees within a diverse workforce
• Must maintain a professional attitude and appearance that positively represents the Nation
• Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics
• Requires a high level of problem solving skills
• Must maintain confidentiality at all times
• Requires ability to use Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Requires good interpersonal communication and team work skills
• Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must be able to pass drug/alcohol testing
• Must have a valid driver’s license – may be required to drive GSA or Nation vehicles
• Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or be willing to obtain this license within one year of employment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in natural resource ecology, biology, animal science, or related degree preferred
• Preparing livestock for processing, specifically feedlot experience, is preferred
• Minimum two years prescribed burn/wildland fire experience preferred
• Experience in small engine repair/maintenance of machinery and equipment preferred
• Must obtain/develop familiarity of Osage language and culture

Responsibilities

• General land stewardship, development, and maintenance of acreage under the purview of the Department of Natural Resources.
• Assist in a variety of land management activities, often requiring field work in a variety of environmental conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED