Depredation Research Technician 2026-01147

Salary

$19.40 Hourly

Location

Pinedale, WY

Job Type

Temporary Full-time

Job Number

2026-01147

Department

Game & Fish Division

Division

Wildlife

Opening Date

04/21/2026

Closing Date

5/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

ATTP99

Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Depredation Technician based in Pinedale, Wyoming, to join an exciting and rewarding field research effort in partnership with the University of Wyoming. In this role, you’ll be on the ground monitoring and evaluating livestock depredation, contributing directly to meaningful wildlife management and research.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of science, conservation, and community—supporting data-driven decisions that impact both wildlife and local producers. If you enjoy hands-on, outdoor work and want to be part of innovative research that makes a real difference, this is your chance to take on a challenging and impactful role.

Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / [email protected]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Evaluating the cause of death for domestic bovines in an area with grizzly bears, wolves, black bears, mountain lions, and other small carnivores.
• Collecting data and keeping records for population evaluation and modeling.
• Using radio telemetry equipment for locating marked animals.
• Preventing human-carnivore conflicts by working with business agencies, outfitters, property owners, livestock producers, and the public.
• Capture and handling of large carnivores when assistance is needed.
• Using controlled drugs, firearms, and explosives.
• Data Analysis and report writing.
• Conduct damage claim investigations to determine the cause of death in livestock and wildlife and recommend damage compensation when appropriate.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:


Preference will be given for any combination of training and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in wildlife management, range management, biology, zoology, ichthyology, or a closely related field.
Preference will be given for experience in capturing and handling black bears, grizzly bears, mountain lions, and grey wolves.


**Must have a valid driver's license.



KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to work long and irregular hours under some adverse conditions and extreme public scrutiny.
• Skills will be required to use firearms, controlled pharmaceuticals, capture equipment, ATVs, horses, 4-wheel drive vehicles, radio equipment, radio telemetry, and power equipment and tools.
• The position will require working with dangerous animals in remote settings.
• Knowledge to participate in data collection, analysis, and report writing.
• Will require independent decision-making ability and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Will require computer and data analysis skills.
• The position will require heavy lifting and excellent physical condition.
• Knowledge of the ecology of large carnivores and other wild animals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Operating 4-wheel drive vehicles, snowmobiles, ATVs, riding and packing horses for backcountry work, and flying in fixed-wing and helicopters in mountain conditions.
• Working in inclement and severe weather conditions. On-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Working alone in remote, backcountry locations.
• The position will require heavy lifting and excellent physical condition.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.

Supplemental Information

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