LTE Wildlife Damage Program Associate (Madison)

We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. In partnership with individuals and organizations, DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

The Wisconsin DNR is hiring an LTE (Limited Term Employee) – Wildlife Damage Program Associate at our Madison Headquarters at GEF 2. Located downtown Madison, WI.

This recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies.

The Wildlife Damage Program Associate will work closely with the Wildlife Damage Specialist on the implementation of several programs including the Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program, the wolf conflict program, the urban wildlife program, and the Deer Donation Program. The person in these positions will perform financial tasks related to each program and assist in the development of educational materials aimed at increasing public awareness of these programs and methods to avoid and mitigate human/wildlife conflicts. Strong organizational and customer service experience are required. Experience producing educational outreach materials and with GIS mapping software is preferred.

25% Fulfill DNR biologist request for wildlife harvest authorizations through the GoWild system and ensure information entered into the Department’s wildlife damage database is accurate and complete.

25% Assist with the processing of nuisance wildlife and wolf damage cooperative agreements, purchase requisitions, and reimbursements. Assist with the development and management of wildlife damage and nuisance program/policies including the administration of the Wildlife Damage Abatement and Control Grant Program and emerging issues such as elk depredation.

25% Assist the Wildlife Damage Specialist with the implementation of the Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program and Wolf Depredation Compensation Program by providing program guidance to the public, county, DNR staff, and stakeholder groups.

25% Review and process permit applications for wildlife causing damage or a nuisance. Coordinate the department's efforts on managing invasive species including feral pigs and mute swans.

This position pays $20.65 per hour and is in the Operations Program Associate classification in pay schedule and range 02-11. Compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and will not automatically lead to permanent state employment or be entitled to the same benefits as permanent employees.

More about LTE positions:

1) Offer a great opportunity to gain experience and learn about careers at the WI Department of Natural Resources.

2) Provide opportunities for individuals to enhance their resumes with skills learned on the job.

3) May accommodate flexibility for part-time or full-time work hours and seasonal schedules. Work schedules are dependent on business needs.

4) Allow individuals to hold multiple LTE appointments concurrently. If both LTE positions are at the same agency, the positions must be bona fide different positions. Each individual LTE position allows for maximum of 1039 hours in a twelve-month period.

Special Requirements:

1) Residency: To be considered for this position, you must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.

A Wisconsin resident is a person who:

a. Has established a residence, as defined in s. 6.10(1), in this state not less than 10 days earlier;

b. Has resided in this state for not less than a total of one year out of the immediately preceding 5 years;

c. Is eligible to register to vote in this state; or

d. Is the spouse of a person meeting the requirements of par. (a), (b), or (c).” s.230.03(12), Wis. Stats.

2) Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to a job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

3) Eligible to work in U.S.: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility I-9 form upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Required:

• Strong organizational skills
• Experience providing customer service to internal and external customers
• Experience with using Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Powerpoint, etc)
• Coursework or experience working in wildlife management or a related natural resources field

Preferred:

• A degree in wildlife management or a related natural resources field
• Experience producing educational outreach materials
• Experience with GIS mapping software

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Applications must be received by 11:59pm, Central Time, on August 26th, 2024 in order to be considered.