Fish and Wildlife Management Foreman
About The Position
The Fish and Wildlife Management Foreman is responsible for habitat, wildlife populations, and activities on all but major Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs). Under the supervision of the area biologist, the foreman coordinates technical staff and implements daily operations, management, and maintenance at Taylorsville Lake WMA, Rolling Fork WMA, John C. Williams WMA, Knobs State Forest and WMA, and Marion County State Forest and WMA. The role includes habitat management, equipment and facility maintenance, staff supervision, budget and inventory administration, recreational-use oversight, public information, and wildlife data collection. The position is with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a college or university in biological, natural, agricultural, or aquacultural sciences.
- One year of experience in wildlife and/or fisheries conservation or a related field.
- A master's degree in biological, natural, agricultural, or aquacultural science may substitute for the required experience.
- Experience in wildlife and/or fisheries conservation or a related field may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- Must possess a valid driver's license before appointment.
- Must be and remain eligible to hold a Commercial Driver's License when required by the agency.
- Must maintain any required licenses, certifications, or other credentials throughout employment.
- Must be able to work outdoors in temperature extremes for long periods, traverse rough terrain, and swim.
Nice To Haves
- Strong knowledge and experience in agriculture and the operation, maintenance, and light repair of agricultural equipment.
- Crew leader and supervisory experience.
- Experience managing wildlife habitat.
Responsibilities
- Conduct habitat management practices, including prescribed burns, strip mowing, strip disking, no-till planting, and conventional planting, according to the WMA annual work plan.
- Implement WMA activities and agreements.
- Mow lawns; maintain buildings and facilities; mark boundaries; and operate and maintain farm machinery and other equipment in compliance with department policy and manufacturer specifications.
- Supervise and train seasonal technicians in equipment operation and maintenance and habitat management.
- Process invoices, prepare and monitor the WMA budget, maintain inventory, and complete routine reporting.
- Supervise and monitor quota hunts, shooting events, facilities, and other recreational use of assigned WMAs.
- Provide information about assigned WMAs to the public, partner organizations, and agency staff upon request.
- Assist the public lands biologist with field days and popular articles about WMAs.
- Collect hunter and harvest data and routine wildlife survey data.
- Trap and band wildlife.
- Perform employee evaluations and recommend disciplinary actions when warranted.
Benefits
- 37.5-hour work week, with occasional overtime required
- Paid sick and vacation time and paid holidays
- Overtime and compensatory time
- Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
- Life insurance
- Retirement
- Wellness incentives program
- Training and career development opportunities
- Paid continuing education
- Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
- Employee discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events and entertainment, and services and education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
