Non-Game Wildlife Tech 5

State of Montana • Great Falls, MT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL. Announcement: Please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement. Resume Cover Letter References Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11\:59 PM Mountain Time on April 26, 2026. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site. Special Information: This position may be eligible for a statutory base pay increase of $1.00 an hour effective July 1, 2026. Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association). A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation. Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply. This position is funded through a grant. In the event that the funding ends or is not sufficient to continue your employment, your employment may be terminated without cause. While most fieldwork will occur within the assigned duty region, technicians may occasionally lead or assist with multi-region survey efforts requiring travel to other areas. These are dynamic positions with lots of variety (of species, survey methods, and habitat types) and potential to interact with other MFWP agency professionals. The candidate will represent the agency alongside other agency partners, and therefore this position requires professionalism, self-motivation, and a commitment to wildlife conservation. The Wildlife Technician plays a key role in advancing the mission of the Nongame Wildlife Program by supporting research, monitoring, and management of nongame wildlife species across the state. Specific Job Information: The Wildlife Technician will work within the Nongame Wildlife Program under the supervision of the Regional Nongame Wildlife Biologist. This position plays an important role in supporting and in some cases leading survey and inventory, monitoring, research, and management efforts for Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) and other nongame wildlife. Field work will be diverse and may include birds, bats, small mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Most field work will occur within the assigned region, with occasional participation in multi-region projects. This is a field-based position, with a majority of office work occurring during the winter months. Technicians must be willing and able to travel and spend extended periods away from home throughout spring and summer field seasons, with less frequent, but occasional travel during the winter months. Technicians are expected to work independently, in small teams with other regional nongame technicians and/or interns. Field work may be in rugged environments, in possible inclement weather, and in grizzly bear habitat.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, ecology, natural resources, or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Documented experience conducting wildlife surveys; experience across multiple taxa and survey methods preferred.
• Competent in the field – ability to conduct themselves competently and safely in the backcountry.
• Knowledge of wildlife biology, animal ecology, anatomy, and population dynamics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and database management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mapping programs - ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online (AGOL), and/or Survey123 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and lead field surveys and inventories for SGCN and Species of Greatest Inventory need (SGIN).
• Implement a variety of survey methods (e.g., road based and back country surveys, night-time calling surveys, capture and handling, bird point counts, radio telemetry, camera trapping).
• Collect, record, and manage biological data with a high degree of accuracy.
• Enter and maintain data in databases; assist with data analysis and preparation of end-of-season reports for staff biologists and inclusion in the annual Nongame Report.
• Participate in survey design, project planning, and evaluation of results.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with landowners, agency partners, and the public regarding field activities.
• Train, mentor, and supervise interns, including scheduling, survey training, field supervision, and review of data collection and reports.
• Maintain field equipment and ensure proper safety procedures are followed.
• Assist with other duties within the regional wildlife program and be an integrated member of the regional team.

Benefits

• Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance.
• Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays.
• This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level