MDNR Report

If you or someone you know is seeking valuable experience working in wildlife conservation - or just an interesting job that gets you outdoors - consider applying for one of more than 200 summer and fall positions with the DNR Wildlife Division.

The division regularly hires additional staff to work these seasons at DNR state field offices, customer service centers and state game areas.

Seasonal staff helps in several areas, such as:

• Assisting with wildlife habitat maintenance and improvement, which may include cutting clearings and adjusting water levels.
• Mowing, landscaping and facility maintenance duties.
• Handling tasks related to wildlife surveys, nuisance animal control and equipment maintenance.
• Collecting biological data and samples for wildlife disease monitoring.
• Assisting hunters at DNR deer check stations.

"These positions are perfect for college students, those looking to re-enter the workforce, and seniors or retirees who want to be involved in the outdoors," said Jennifer Schafer, Wildlife Division's human resources liaison.

Some seasonal positions currently are open for application, and more will become available in the spring. Learn more about seasonal positions in the Wildlife Division - and other openings throughout the department - at Michigan.gov/DNRJobs; scroll to the Seasonal and Temporary Positions section.

Questions? Contact Jennifer Schafer at 517-284-6163.