Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I, II, or III
About this role
Application Deadline: September 1, 2026
Anticipated Start Date: October 2026
Overview:
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are seeking a Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist in Rice County, Minnesota, to support the organization's mission of enhancing wildlife habitat through conservation programs. This position will work in joint capacity with USDA-NRCS and other partners to promote, implement, and coordinate enrollment in conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill and related programs, helping strengthen working lands conservation across the region.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to private landowners, government agencies, non-government organizations, and other groups through federal Farm Bill programs.
- Prepare conservation plans, implementation requirements, status reviews, wildlife habitat evaluation guides, activity reports, and other relevant work products and documents requiring biological expertise.
- Communicate program requirements and conduct contract coordination, site assessments, eligibility determinations, and training sessions for landowners and resource professionals.
- Accelerate conservation program enrollment and public awareness by conducting outreach.
- Meet with local PF & QF chapters and other local partners to coordinate and support habitat management efforts and participate in local and statewide habitat meetings and trainings.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in wildlife management or a closely related natural resources field
- Preferred experience with Farm Bill programs, ArcPro, Prescribed Fire Training, wildlife ecology, and agricultural landscapes
- Valid driver’s license required
- Must be able to obtain USDA Federal Security Clearance
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners and partner agency staff
- Ability to work independently with little supervision and with diverse clientele
- Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail
- Health, vision, dental and more insurance coverage plans are available.
- 401(k) Retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%.
- Student Loan Assistance program of up to $200/month for eligible employees.
- Paid Time Off accrued at 15 days (120 hours) per year for new employees.
- Bereavement/Family/Sick Leave of 6 days (48 hours) per year.
- 13 paid holidays.
Contact: If you have further questions about Pheasants Forever, the application process, or this position, please contact Maura Curry, PF/QF SE MN Area Wildlife Biologist, via email at [email protected].
About Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever:
Pheasants Forever, Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to wildlife habitat conservation. We are a team, working to ensure that we build an environment that has a long-lasting positive impact on pheasants, quails, and other wildlife.
Company at a glance
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever make up the nation's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to upland habitat conservation. This community of more than 500,000 members, supporters and partners is dedicated to the protection of our uplands through habitat improvement, public access, education and advocacy. A network of 754 local chapters spread across North America determine how 100 percent of their locally raised funds are spent — the only national conservation organization that operates through this grassroots structure. Since its creation in 1982, “The Habitat Organization” has dedicated more than $1 billion to 580,000 habitat projects benefiting 28.8 million acres.
At the heart of Pheasants Forever is the unique grassroots system of fundraising and project development that allows members to see the direct result of their contributions. Pheasants Forever and its quail division, Quail Forever, empower county and local chapters with the responsibility to determine how 100 percent of their locally raised conservation funds will be spent - the only national conservation organization that operates through this truly grassroots structure. As a result, chapter volunteers are able to see the fruits of their efforts locally, while belonging to a larger national organization with a voice on federal and state conservation policy.
Top Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employer match
- Student loan assistance
- Paid time off
- Bereavement leave
- Family leave
- Sick leave
- Paid holidays
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