What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wildlife Area Manager position at Dept of Wildlife Resources?
Title: Wildlife Area Manager
State Role Title: Natural Resource Spec III
Hiring Range: Salary starts at $43,000 (salary to commensurate with experience)
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Dept of Wildlife Resources
Location: Chickahominy WMA
Agency Website: www.dwr.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The incumbent for this position performs wildlife management practices and infrastructure maintenance on Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) in Region 1 with primary focus on properties within the Big Rivers work unit (mostly Charles City and New Kent counties). Chiefly responsible for the management of Chickahominy WMA and routinely supports management of Ware Creek and Guinea Marsh WMAs. Assists Lands and Access Manager in completing wildlife work to meet Agency program goals and objectives. When necessary, supervises a crew to manage and develop wildlife habitat, maintain or construct facilities and collect biological information. Assists the boating access manager (BAM) with the maintenance and inspection of boating access facilities, as needed. Maintains equipment and inventory of assigned equipment, prepares reports of activities, and maintains a log of work accomplishments. Guidance and direction are generally provided with objectives and timelines for completion dates. The methods for accomplishments are generally the employee's responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications
- Working knowledge of principles and practices of wildlife habitat management and land stewardship.
- Working knowledge of heavy equipment operation, transportation, and maintenance; use of hand and power tools; and the ability to operate watercraft.
- Working knowledge of the fundamentals of building repair, construction, and maintenance.
- Working knowledge of the principles and practice of prescribed fire.
- Ability to understand and apply wildlife regulations; to implement field tasks associated with wildlife management and research projects with minimal supervision; and perform manual labor in varying climatic conditions.
- Ability to comprehend policy and to follow procedures and prepare written reports.
- Possession of, or eligibility for, a valid Virginia driver's license.
Additional Considerations
- Must be able to complete basic firefighter training S-130/190, as described in the Agency's guidance document, within one year of employment.
- Must complete Dept of Forestry prescribed burn manager training within one year of employment.
- Possession of a NASBLA recognized safe boating certificate preferred. Must be able to complete a NASBLA safe boating certificate with 12 months of employment.
- A commercial pesticide applicators license is also preferred. Must be able to obtain a commercial pesticide applicators license within 1 year of employment.
If the successful candidate is not currently living in the area, an option for free, short-term housing (up to six months) on a local WMA will be made available.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: Marlo Gibson
Phone: (804) 367-0243
Email: careers@dwr.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $43,000
