Wildlife Biologist II

Wildlife Biologist II Natural Resources Department DFWRC – Tribal Wildlife Management Program

The successful applicant is required to possess a Master of Science in Wildlife Biology or Wildlife Management, with specific coursework in mammal and bird identification, plant identification, wildlife ecology, statistics (including advanced statistics coursework), plant ecology, and general wildlife biology. Direct experience in research design, data entry and statistical analysis, compilation of scientific research reports is essential. A minimum of seven years of increasingly responsible work experience in professional wildlife biology or wildlife management, research design, data entry and statistical analysis, compilation of scientific research reports is essential. Knowledge of wildlife, habitat and wildlife inventory techniques especially for nongame and bird species. Proficiency in identifying local wildlife, plants and habitat types. Specific skills in bird identification by sight and song are preferred. Applicant must possess the ability to clearly analyze potentially difficult situations and react quickly in a calm and professional manner in public settings. Must have a valid Montana driver's license. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant academic transcripts, a copy of current valid Montana driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. This position is not a testing designated position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by CSKT must pass pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory twelve (12) month probationary period. FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE INFORMATION ABOVE WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. Salary range $30.22 to $34.73 per hour, plus benefits.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER