Wildlife Biologist III

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11/19/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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Wildlife Biologist III

Pay Grade15

Salary

$48,482.88 - $72,725.28 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location

1 Goose Lake Road
Drakesboro, KY 42337 USA

Description

Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth's Fish and WildlifeResources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoorsby fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky? Joinus in the exciting, innovative, and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and WildlifeResources (KDFWR)!

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources strives to maintain healthy populations of fish andwildlife across the state. The employees of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife are passionate about the resources theymanage. The Wildlife Division of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife is currently seeking a Wildlife Biologist III towork within the Green River Region. This cluster of Wildlife Management Areas accounts for over 40,000 acresof public property managed and maintained for public outdoor recreation. Peabody WMA is categorized withinthe high management level WMA tiering system and is a very high public use area and a priority for the Agencyfor onsite management activities.

This position will consist of performing specialized, technical biological work and research in connectionwith management of wildlife resources and habitat on Peabody, Harris Dickerson, Clear Creek and L.B. DavidsonWMA's.

Responsibilities and job duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee the planning, management and operation of the Peabody Wildlife Management Area as well assupervising operations for Harris Dickerson WMA, Clear Creek WMA and L.B. Davidson WMA.
• Work with program and regional staff, agency administration and agency partners to develop and implementlong term upland habitat management plans for the areas and the region.
• Schedule the work of staff to develop and maintain wildlife habitat on the areas.
• Ensure overall diversified habitat with a specific focus for Northern Bobwhite Quail and CottontailRabbits.
• Work overseeing the development and operations of all other habitats, farming operations and associatedmaintenance of the WMA's.
• Responsible for area farm contracts, maintaining and coordinating the use and maintenance of numerouspieces of farm machinery, heavy equipment and trucks, maintenance of area buildings, completing andmaintaining area budgets and administrative reports for administration and program staff, wildlife surveys,public inquiries, public meetings and administration of public area hunts.
• The candidate will serve as the regional small game and upland management specialist and assists otherWildlife Management Areas in the Green River Region as necessary.

Preferred skills may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Experience using computer mapping software and writing detailed management plans as needed.
• Previous supervisory skills would be preferred along with GIS related skills and knowledge of commoncomputer applications.
• Required to be able to communicate effectively in writing and in person and utilize computers for day-to-dayoperations.
• Candidates will work with a variety of constituents and user groups.

We offer a great package of EMPLOYEE and FAMILY-FRIENDLY BENEFITS, including:

• A 37.50-hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
• Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation) plus 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
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee Discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events, entertainment,services and education

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a biological science, wildlife biology, fish and wildlife management, conservation biology, natural resources, environmental sciences, or related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have three years of professional experience in wildlife management, wildlife biology and/or a related field.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:A master's degree in wildlife management, wildlife biology or a related field will substitute for one year of the required experience. A PhD degree in wildlife management, wildlife biology or a related field will substitute for two years of the required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Spends majority of time outdoors.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Thomas Young at [click to reveal email address]Thomas.Young@ky.gov or 270-875-3586.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D