Northern Bobwhite Field Technician-KS

Posting Number

G/R31746P

Working Title

Northern Bobwhite Field Technician-KS

Department

Warnell-Research

Employment Type

Employee

Anticipated Start Date

02/01/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Outside Georgia

EOO Statement

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Duties/Responsibilities

• 30%:
  Tracking quail
• 10%:
  Data entry
• 10%:
  Equipment maintenance
• 10%:
  Driving between sites
• 40%:
  Lift up to 25 lbs. for brief periods and be willing to work in inclement weather. Driving.

Classification Title

Temporary Technical Paraprofessional

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Position Summary

Seeking Research Technician to assist with Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio-tracking, and nest monitoring of Northern Bobwhite, as well as other associated fieldwork, including point counts and operating acoustic recording devices, as part of larger experimental studies. Data entry, equipment maintenance, and other various duties will be needed. Selected individuals will also gain numerous opportunities to interact directly with Kansas DWP and private landowners.

Employees will be working with minimal supervision and should be comfortable working independently. Previous experience with radio-telemetry and point counts is desired. Experience with Microsoft Excel, databases and ArcGIS is desired. Applicants will be comfortable working alone after dark and in areas where venomous snakes could be present. Applicants should be capable of lifting up to 25 lbs for brief periods and may work in inclement weather.

Relevant/Preferred

Education

Applicants should possess a degree in wildlife management or working towards one or a related field.

Qualifications Core

Qualifications:

• Interest in game bird management and ecology
• Positive attitude and ability to be a team player

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience pulling trailers
• Experience with safe operation of 4WD vehicles
  
  Previous gamebird work experience
• Previous telemetry, field research, and computer experience

Physical Demands

Lift up to 25 lbs. for brief periods and be willing to work in inclement weather. Driving.

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Clayton Delancey

Recruitment Contact Email

Clayton.

Delancey

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