Wildlife Habitat Biologist
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
Introduction
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies currently has a Wildlife Habitat Biologist position based in Sturgis. We work in partnership with USDA-NRCS and SD Game, Fish and Parks to deliver habitat programs to producers and can offer wildlife habitats enhancement technical assistance. We also have support from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for addition habitat dollars to assist in ranch health and funding for outreach support (e.g., workshops, booklets, events, tours…).
Application Deadline:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and funded based on conservation benefits
How to Apply:
Reach out to Kristin May Kristin.May2@usda.gov to check for eligibility and start the conversation for landowners in the following counties:
Primary counties: Meade, Perkins, Harding, Butte
Secondary counties: Ziebach, Dewey, Corson
Links & Resources:
Contact Information:
Kristin May, Wildlife Habitat Biologist
Office: (605) 347-4952 ext. 3012
Angela Dwyer, Program Manager, Northern Great Plains
angela.dwyer@birdconservancy.org
2202 Main Street, Sturgis, South Dakota 57785, US
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Bird Conservancy of the Rockies currently has a Wildlife Habitat Biologist position based in Sturgis. We work in partnership with USDA-NRCS and SD Game, Fish and Parks to deliver habitat programs to producers and can offer wildlife habitats enhancement technical assistance. We also have support from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for addition habitat dollars to assist in ranch health and funding for outreach support (e.g., workshops, booklets, events, tours…).
Our biologist can assist producers with technical and financial assistance for Farm Bill Programs and guidance on numerous other partner programs for additional funding as needed. We also work with the community on outreach opportunities and disseminate manuals and pocket guides.
Who’s Eligible?
Landowners in parts of western South Dakota may apply.
Funding can cover expenses such as fence (can include virtual fence and temporary fencing), water infrastructure, native seed. Once expenses are incurred and implemented, landowners will be reimbursed after providing receipts.
For land already enrolled in a FB program compliance checks will not need to be duplicated.
