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Open: October 13, 2026 — Closes: October 26, 2026
Summary
You will serve as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist (Private Lands) with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, responsible for independently identifying and engaging key stakeholders; developing and implementing strategic communication; understanding diverse human values and interests in relation to habitat restoration; and carrying out all field level financial and technical assistance and habitat restoration aspects of the Partners for Fish & Wildlife (PFW) program.
Major Duties
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Plans, designs, implements, and monitors fish and wildlife habitat restoration and enhancement projects on private lands, including stream, wetland, riparian, grassland, and upland habitats. Develops management plans, project objectives, work plans, schedules, and budgets to support fish and wildlife habitat conservation priorities. Provides technical assistance to private landowners, Federal and State agencies, Tribes, conservation organizations, and other partners on habitat restoration and fish and wildlife conservation activities. Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with private landowners and conservation partners to identify, develop, and implement habitat restoration projects. Prepares project documentation, financial assistance packages, agreements, reports, and other materials necessary to secure funding and implement conservation projects. Coordinates conservation activities with government agencies, agricultural interests, conservation organizations, community groups, and other stakeholders to accomplish fish and wildlife resource objectives. Represents the Service at meetings, working groups, committees, and public outreach events and communicates technical information related to habitat restoration, conservation programs, and fish and wildlife resources.
