Intermountain Access Technician
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Director of Lands
Lands/Conservation Programs (500)
Central/Eastern, MT
Exempt
August 2015
Intermountain region – with an emphasis on Montana; work in other areas may be
required as needed
Job Summary:
The Intermountain Access Technician will be a field based position focused on providing support and
assistance to the LPMs in completing access focused projects. Specifically, the position will help acquire,
develop, and evaluate access oriented lands projects in the focus area. The technician will be responsible for
working closely with the LPMs to transition and/or complete these projects. The Technician will work closely
with Federal and State Agency partners and landowners.
Essential Functions:
1. Access Selection – Utilize GIS data to proactively identify and analyze land ownership and accessibility
in the Intermountain West with the purpose to identify private parcels that could potentially provide
access to hunters. Review/analyze land access projects that are presented to RMEF. Also initiate and
promote new access projects
2. Access Project Transactions - Working closely with Lands staff, while utilizing RMEF’s access ranking
criteria, operating procedures and mapping guidelines, prioritize access projects and develop strategies
on moving projects to completion/resolution.
3. Work with the RMEF GIS contractor GeoData and Lands Specialist to produce or assist the production
of project maps or promotional material. Coordinate with GeoData on promoting public access points
on RMEF’s website.
4. Effectively network with a variety of agency, corporations, land trusts, conservation organizations, and
individuals to seek projects and partnerships. Close coordination and communication with RMEF staff
and lead volunteers is essential.
5. Assist in raising revenues for RMEF through negotiated opportunities such as bargain sales and planned
gifts related to the lands transactions. Develop Agency relationships, assist Program Development
Specialist with developing Foundation relationships, and seek donations such as habitat partnerships
and stewardship grants as well.
6. Assist with the development of a budget and monitor responsibility reports monthly.
7. Work with LPMs and other staff on opportunities to enhance knowledge and celebrate RMEF’s
achievements. Assist with preparing land project summaries and land project dedications to enhance
RMEF’s visibility.
8. Monitor Conservation Easements as assigned. Assist with Lands and Conservation Easement Program
coverage as needed.
Supervision Responsibilities:
This position will have no supervisory responsibilities.
Additional Responsibilities:
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To attend appropriate training and organizational meetings as required. Manage various administrative
requirements. Assist in other areas as determined by the Director of Lands and/or V.P. of Lands and
Conservation Department.
Education and Experience:
Must have a minimum of three years of progressive experience in real estate, wildlife conservation, land
management or stewardship field or combination of these areas. A bachelor’s degree is required in the
preferred fields of natural resources, forestry, wildlife management/biology, earth rangeland science,
geography or GIS, or similar field. Understanding of wildlife and wildlife habitat and understanding of and
experience in relationships with state and federal agencies and land trusts is desired.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
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Thorough knowledge and support of the RMEF’s mission, goals, organizational structure and activities.
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Knowledge of lands transaction procedures, the legal requirements, documentation, tax implications,
and the relationships between the parties involved.
3.
Knowledge and comprehension of biology, habitat relationships, and basic principles of wildlife
ecology. Knowledge of wildlife biology is preferred.
4.
Knowledge of the roles, authorities and responsibilities of federal, state and county governments and
work-related experience dealing with at least one level of government.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interact and communicate with a diversity
of private landowners and other individuals is critical.
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Ability to use office equipment (e.g., computers, faxes, etc.). Proficient and knowledgeable enough
with computers to conduct business from a home office. Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office
software, digital photography, mapping and GIS is a must.
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Ability to develop and manage a budget.
8.
An understanding of the responsibilities and mission of public land management organizations, public
wildlife management organizations, and non-profit conservation organizations. Knowledge of
conservation planning and working on landscape scales is preferable.
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Ability to work independently without frequent, direct supervision and to remain focused on goals and
objectives.
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Ability to work as a team player and strive to cooperatively accomplish a task.
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Ability to prioritize work and handle conflicting deadlines. Ability to be flexible with changing
priorities.
Physical Demands:
The incumbent will encounter both office and field conditions. Office work will require sitting or standing for
long periods of time, frequent use of office equipment such as telephones, faxes and computers, and light
lifting, bending and physical exertion. Frequent travel by automobile, airplane, horse, foot or mechanized
ORV’s will be required. The person will occasionally be required to travel rough dangerous terrain. Physical
exertion in getting to and inspecting properties will require very good to excellent physical capability and
health. Walking, hiking, climbing and riding may all be required. Some travel will be after normal work hours
and/or over a weekend.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. It is not to be construed as
an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
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