Wildlife Damage Management Technician

Wildlife Damage Management Technician

Agency: Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department, Wildlife Services

Location: Junction, Texas

Job Type: Staff

• Obtains agreement from landowners, ranchers, or administrators before performing wildlife damage management services on land, maintaining regular contact with those involved.
• Uses a variety of control devices, chemicals, tools, firearms, and related equipment needed for wildlife and avian damage management operations.
• Prepares baits and lures, and sets control devices such as snares and traps in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Performs tasks in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Maintains and repairs tools, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintains state pesticide records and restrictions.
• Participates as a gunner or ground crew member in aerial hunting activities.
• Reports activities to the District Supervisor.
• Uses GPS to identify the location of traps and other devices.
• Operates and maintains safety while using motor vehicles, firearms, control devices, and chemicals.
• Prepares routine records of activities, observations, field conditions, and contacts made.
• Prepares accurate and timely reports and database documents.

Education and Experience: High school graduation or GED; farm or ranch background.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Knowledge of biological sciences and local, state, and federal laws regarding wildlife damage management activities.
• Knowledge of various control devices, chemicals, and tools required to manage damage caused by predators.
• Ability to drive and travel as needed to perform duties.
• Ability to multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.

• Valid driver license.
• All positions are security-sensitive; applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the institution’s procedures, including completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.