Non-Game Wildlife Tech 5
State of MontanaGreat Falls, Montana, United States
Posted April 7, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection.
Job Description
The Wildlife Technician plays a key role in advancing the mission of the Nongame Wildlife Program by supporting research, monitoring, and management of nongame wildlife species across the state.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, ecology, natural resources, or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Documented experience conducting wildlife surveys; experience across multiple taxa and survey methods preferred.
- Competent in the field – ability to conduct themselves competently and safely in the backcountry.
- Knowledge of wildlife biology, animal ecology, anatomy, and population dynamics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and database management systems.
- Experience with mapping programs - ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online (AGOL), and/or Survey123 preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
- Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays.
