What are the responsibilities and job description for the Policy and Research Consultant (GFTL) position at Commonwealth of Kentucky - Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources?

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5/26/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-02187

Policy and Research Consultant (GFTL)

Pay Grade 18

Salary

$63,262.08 - $94,892.88

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)
1 Sportsman's Lane
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth’s fish and wildlife resources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoors by fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky? Join us in the exciting, innovative, and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)!

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) strives to maintain healthy populations of fish and wildlife across the state. The employees of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife are passionate about the resources they manage. The Information and Education Division of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife teaches the public about the importance of conservation and our agency's role in it.

This Policy and Research Consultant position is within the Information and Education Division of KDFWR. The employee will be responsible for: conducting social science research including: survey design and analysis; assessing the public attitudes, behaviors, and values; and providing data-driven insights that inform agency programs, outreach, education, and policy decisions.

This is a grant funded time-limited (GFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to a GFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to a GFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. A GFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.

Responsibilities and job duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Designs, develops, and conducts research to examine values and behaviors, preferences, social processes, and trends associated with complex conservation management challenges.
Utilizes data analysis, seeks to understand public knowledge, perspectives and behaviors to inform department policies. Incorporates social science research into management and conservation efforts.
Communicates on the use of social science tools, resources, and research to address wildlife conservation challenges. Presents data to the public, stakeholders, department leadership, and lawmakers.
Facilitates the incorporation of social science information into policy decisions, strategic planning, and program evaluation.
Analyzes and evaluates survey and public input data and write reports describing the results and then makes recommendations on game and fish populations.
Provides technical expertise and consultation on social science methods and stakeholder engagement practices for agency staff.

Preferred skills may include, but are not limited to the following:

Ability to multi-task various job tasks.
Works great as a team member.
Self-starter and motivated individual.
Adaptability and flexibility.

We offer a great package of EMPLOYEE and FAMILY-FRIENDLY BENEFITS, including:

A 37.5-hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
Overtime and compensatory time
Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
Life insurance
Retirement
Wellness incentives program
Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering, social work, public administration, public relations, accounting, education, business administration, public health, public health administration, biology, epidemiology, health care administration, psychology, sociology, anthropology, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of professional experience in the development, research, planning, or analysis of public utility policy issues, Cabinet for Health and Family Services policy issues, or human services policy and/or research and data analysis to include health departments or other related organizations.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree or doctorate (JD, PhD, MD/DO) will substitute for the required experience on a year-for- year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional professional experience in the above areas will substitute for the bachelor's degree on a year- for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Some travel may be required.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kevin Kelly at Kevin.Kelly@ky.gov.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Salary : $63,262 - $94,893

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