Public Lands Manager III - Glen Elder Wildlife Area

Public Lands Manager III

Glen Elder Wildlife Area

Unclassified, Full-Time, On-Site

Beginning Salary: $30.83/hour

This position is located in Glen Elder, Kansas and is supervised by the Public Lands Region 1 Supervisor. This position is accepting applications until July 31, 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• This position is a professional management position in wildlife conservation and management for Glen Elder Wildlife Area, Jewell State Fishing Lake, and Gurley Salt Marsh Wildlife Area.
• Daily activities consist of developing and maintaining wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation facilities and providing public safety and assistance on assigned properties.
• Directly supervises and coordinates full-time and seasonal staff.
• Responsibilities include: budget preparation and expenditure tracking; preparing documents, reports, and management plans.
• Assists other divisions and various state and federal agencies with environmental issues.
• Purchases supplies and equipment.
• Participates, directs, and supervises land and habitat management work.
• Administers agricultural leases.
• Supervises and participates in the construction, maintenance and repair of area buildings, equipment, and roads.
• Contracts for specific services, ensuring contract compliance.
• Assists in scientific field studies and experiments relating to wildlife and recreational use
• Provides public information through website updates and local media.
• Promotes wildlife conservation through public speaking, writing and general contact.
• Actively participates in interviews, hiring, and training of employees.
• Requires a high level of understanding of rangeland management and proficiency in prescribed fire operations.
• Administers and participates in law enforcement activities on assigned areas; detects violations, makes arrests, collects evidence, prepares cases and testifies, as required-must be a credible witness in court; cooperates/coordinates with Natural Resource Officers and local law enforcement agencies to enforce laws, rules and regulations for the protection of resources, visitors and facilities.

Post Offer Conditions:

• If an applicant is not currently law enforcement certified, our agency will send the successful applicant to the required training as listed below. Applicants do not have to be law enforcement certified to apply.
• Upon notice of conditional offer of employment, successful candidate will be screened, tested, and assessed for admission into the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center.

Benefits:

• Health and Insurance: Immediate group health, dental and vision coverage and life insurance coverage.
• Retirement and Options: Kansas Police and Fire Retirement plan and optional deferred compensation.
• Paid Leave: Holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and parental leave.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age
• Four years of experience in directing a field office with operations relevant to the agency's operations.
• Applicants with experience in managerial work over a wildlife area or other public lands, assisting with the responsibilities of conservation, operations, construction, maintenance, and public services will be given preference.
• Must attain and maintain professional licenses and certificates as determined by project demands
• Must possess & maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check required.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• The employee is required to be certified as a law enforcement officer by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission.
• Certification must be obtained before the employee is given permanent status. The employee must complete a basic law enforcement training program recognized by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission and annual training as required by K.S.A. 74-5607a.
• The position requires the use of a firearm for law enforcement duties; therefore, to be eligible for appointment to a position, candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C.§ 992 (g) (8) and (9). To be eligible for certification in the state of Kansas, one must also be free of any diversions from a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Act.
• Candidates for these positions must have the following: be a U.S. citizen; be 21 years of age at the time of appointment; free of conviction of any crime punishable by imprisonment in a federal penitentiary or a state prison; and be required to pass a physical exam administered by the hiring agency.
• This position requires that at the time of appointment the selected candidate must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel Services.
• Because this position requires the employee to be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission, certain past and present personal behaviors can impact employee eligibility.