Habitat & Access Specialist at State of Wyoming

Description and FunctionsGENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking three (3) eight-month Habitat and Access Specialists. These positions support a wide range of land management activities associated with the development maintenance and stewardship of Wildlife Habitat Management Areas (WHMAs) and Public Access Areas (PAAs). All three positions will be based in Dubois Wyoming.Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott /ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.Irrigation maintenance Pivot flood and gated pipeFence construction and maintenance Wildlife elk fence stackyards and stock fenceOperation and maintenance of farm equipment (tractors skid steers backhoes)Knowledge and experience in farming.Weed identificationWetland managementWHMA and PAA maintenance (roads parking areas boat ramps etc)ATV/UTV operation and maintenanceOperation of power tools 4x4 pickups and trailersWork on other projects as assigned.QualificationsPREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:Preference may be given to those with a farm or ranch background or experience related to range management fish and wildlife resource management and habitat developmentORPreference may be given to those with college coursework towards a degree in range fish or wildlife management.***Must have a valid drivers license.KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge and experience in farming and irrigationKnowledge of wildlife management natural resource management range management wetland management and habitat managementSkill in organizing planning prioritizing and managing timeAbility to listen be a team player and communicate with other employees and the publicAbility to work alone and exercise independent judgmentMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:None - See PreferencesNecessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Weekend work will be requiredPositions may require extended stays in campersMust be able to lift 50lbsPosition will often work independently working outside in all weather conditionsNOTES:FLSA: Non-exemptSuccessful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.Three (3) positions will be located in Dubois (3/1/2026 thru 11/15/2026) and may have housing (cabin or camper) provided.Uniform rain gear and other necessary gear will be provided when in the field.Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.In addition to submitting the state application please submit a cover letter to Kevin Howard Habitat and Access Supervisor 5400 Bishop Blvd Cheyenne WY 82006 or email: The cover letter should include career plans and suitability for the job.CONTACT: For more information regarding these positions contact Kevin Howard Habitat and Access Supervisor at .Supplemental Information040-Game & Fish Commission-Services DivisionClick here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Active Directory,Identity & Access Management,LDAP,SAFe,Assistive Technologies,Authentication,Pediatrics Experience,NVDA,Sailpoint,SSH,SSO,Oracle Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1