IF&W Resource Biologist – ET Data Manager

State of Iowa - Executive Branch

. Serve as data manager for Endangered and/or Threatened wildlife species and Special Concern wildlife species tracked by the Department .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeBangor • Maine • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $58,802 - $82,555 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in GIS database development and management, particularly using ESRI's ArcPro and ArcGIS Online. Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential for supporting wildlife management and conservation efforts.

Highest-signal resume keywords

GIS Database DevelopmentESRI ArcPro SoftwareArcGIS Online DevelopmentNatural Heritage MethodologyField Research Experience

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Hard Skills

Data ManagementWildlife Species TrackingSpecies Observation EntryHabitat MappingRegulatory Area Mapping

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam CommunicationCoordination Skills

Tools & Technologies

ESRI ArcProArcGIS Online

Industry Keywords

Endangered SpeciesThreatened SpeciesWildlife ManagementFisheries ManagementHabitat Conservation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as data manager for Endangered and/or Threatened wildlife species and Special Concern wildlife species tracked by the Department
Develop and maintain GIS databases
Assist field biologists with entering new species observations
Map suitable habitat and/or regulatory areas around observation locations
Provide GIS support to Department staff
Support data administration in the Habitat Conservation Section
Submit a Direct Hire Application, cover letter, and detailed resume

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Fisheries or Wildlife Management, or related field
Two years of progressively responsible related laboratory or field research and/or management experience
Equivalent experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis
Experience/familiarity with ESRI's ArcPro GIS software and ArcGIS Online development environment
Experience/familiarity with digitizing in ArcPro
Experience/familiarity with Natural Heritage (NatureServe) methodology
Analytical and organizational skills
Ability to work, communicate, and coordinate as part of a professional team
Resume must include the month and year for relevant experience
Resume must include duties and responsibilities for each position
Any non-full-time experience must be identified as such
Currently not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions

Benefits

Comp & perks

13 paid holidays
12 days of sick leave annually
3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
Personal leave for overtime-exempt employees
State-paid employee-only health insurance premiums (85%-100%)
Health insurance premium credit reducing employee-only premiums by 5%
State-paid employee-only dental premiums (100%)
MainePERS retirement contributions of at least 14.06% of pay
Gym membership reimbursement up to $40 per month
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Living Resources employee assistance program
42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave
Additional unpaid leave may be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act
Voluntary deferred compensation through a MaineSaves 457(b) account
Additional wellness benefits
Hybrid remote/in-person work possible with management approval
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities