Wildlife Specialist

Placer County is hiring a Wildlife Specialist for its Agriculture, Parks, and Natural Resources Department in Auburn, CA. The role involves addressing wildlife-related concerns, educating the public on pest management, and trapping nuisance animals. Responsibilities also include managing conflicts with predators threatening livestock and pets, as well as issues with wild pigs and beavers. This is a full-time position.
Placer County's Agriculture, Parks, and Natural Resources Department is seeking a Wildlife Specialist to join its dedicated team. This role is part of the department’s Wildlife Services program, which helps residents address wildlife-related concerns and provides expert guidance on behavior modification, repellents, exclusion methods, and habitat management. As a Wildlife Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in educating the public on integrated pest management strategies while helping resolve conflicts with local wildlife. Responsibilities include trapping nuisance animals like skunks, raccoons, and opossums in both urban and rural areas. Additionally, you’ll respond to depredation cases involving livestock and pets threatened by predators such as coyotes, mountain lions, and bears. The role also involves managing issues related to wild pigs and beavers, whose dam-building activities can lead to flooding and property damage. This is a unique opportunity to make a r...