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Wildlife Monitoring Technician
Iowa State University School of Education. Assist Iowa's Multiple Species Inventory and Monitoring (MSIM) program .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in wildlife ecology and biological data collection, with a strong ability to conduct field surveys and manage ecological data. Capable of performing extensive outdoor fieldwork in challenging conditions while maintaining accurate records and contributing to conservation efforts.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Wildlife EcologyField ResearchEcological Data ManagementField SurveyingBachelor of Science Degree
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Hard Skills
Biological Data CollectionField SurveyingEcological Data ManagementColor RecognitionField Research
Soft Skills
Detail-OrientedDependableCollaborativeIndependent Work
Tools & Technologies
Field Equipment
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driver's License
Industry Keywords
Natural ResourcesWildlife MonitoringTaxonomic GroupsConservation Efforts
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Assist Iowa's Multiple Species Inventory and Monitoring (MSIM) program
- Support biological data collection across a variety of wildlife and plant taxa throughout Iowa
- Conduct field surveys
- Collect and manage ecological data
- Maintain accurate records
- Contribute to statewide conservation and monitoring efforts
- Perform extensive outdoor fieldwork across challenging terrain and in varied weather conditions
- Work in and around water while carrying field equipment
- Support field operations throughout the state, including occasional overnight travel
Requirements
What you’ll need- Graduate of, currently enrolled in, or on a scheduled break between academic terms in a degree program in wildlife ecology, biology, natural resources, or a closely related field
- Valid driver's license
- Meet the University's Fleet Safety Program requirements
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
- Ability to accurately recognize and distinguish colors
- Ability to hike long distances across uneven and challenging terrain
- Ability to carry field equipment and work in and around water
- Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
- Availability for evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnight travel
- Dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently and collaboratively
- Preferred: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in wildlife ecology, biology, natural resources, or a related field
- Preferred: Experience conducting field research, monitoring, or survey activities involving one or more taxonomic groups
Benefits
Comp & perks- Part-time temporary appointment
- Opportunity to support statewide wildlife monitoring and conservation efforts
- Field research experience across wildlife and plant taxa
- Occasional overnight travel supporting field operations throughout Iowa