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State of Nevada (NV)

BIOLOGIST 4

Carson City, NV · On-site

$70K - $104K/yr

Biologists conduct fisheries, wildlife, botanical and/or habitat management projects and research studies including data collection, analysis and interpretation; develop and implement project ...

Association of Asian American Veterinary Medical Professionals

$130.42 - $146.72/hr

Minimum 3 years of experience conducting wildlife health focused research in a veterinary medicine specialty required. * Experience with science communication, interpretation of scientific concepts ...

US Department of the Interior

Biologist

Indiahoma, OK · On-site

$74K/yr

S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Fish & Wildlife Service, Region 2, Assistant Regional Director ... interpreting the findings for management; and (4) Preparing scientific technical reports. You must ...

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How much do wildlife interpreter jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for wildlife interpreter in the United States is $64,020.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wildlife interpreter?

A Wildlife Interpreter educates the public about wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation efforts through guided tours, presentations, and interactive programs. They work in parks, nature reserves, zoos, and other natural settings to engage visitors with informative and inspiring experiences. Their goal is to foster a deeper appreciation for nature and encourage conservation actions.

What does a wildlife interpreter do?

A typical day for a Wildlife Interpreter often includes leading informative walks or presentations for visitors, preparing engaging educational materials, and answering questions about local wildlife and ecosystems. You may also collaborate with park staff or conservation teams to organize special events and support outreach initiatives. Work can take place both indoors in visitor centers and outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions. Flexibility is important since daily activities can vary depending on the season, group size, and scheduled programs. This variety allows you to make a meaningful impact by connecting people with nature and conservation efforts each day.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a wildlife interpreter?

To thrive as a Wildlife Interpreter, you need a solid background in biology, environmental science, or a related field, combined with experience in public speaking and education. Familiarity with interpretive methods, audio-visual equipment, and sometimes certifications like the Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) credential are often beneficial. Exceptional communication, storytelling ability, and adaptability help engage diverse audiences and respond to on-the-spot questions or challenges. These skills are vital for fostering public understanding of wildlife and conservation issues through engaging and accurate presentations.

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Infographic showing various Wildlife Interpreter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Full Time, 72% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $64,020 per year, or $30.8 per hour.

Fish and Wildlife Biologist

US Department of the Interior

Lacey, WA • On-site

$89K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate and facilitate activities related to the Endangered Species Act.

  • Build partnerships with Federal, State, Tribal, and private entities to support conservation efforts.

  • Analyze proposed projects for potential impacts to trust resources and monitor project deliverables to ensure timely and quality completion.

U.S. Department Of The Interior rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

418th of 856 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

This position is a FISH AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST, GS- 0401-12. There are two vacancies in the following locations:

  • Washington Fish and Wildlife Office (Lacey, Vancouver, or Wenatchee, WA)
  • Idaho Fish and Wildlife Office
Qualifications:All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement - 09/10/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Competitive candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience.

Minimum Qualification Requirements: To qualify for this position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications:

To qualify for this position, you must meet the following minimum qualifications: Basic Educational Requirement AND Specialized Experience for the series to which you are applying.

Basic Educational Requirements: In addition to the specialized experience requirements for this position, you must meet at least one of the following:
A. Degree: Possess a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. You must submit transcripts.
-OR-
B. Combination of education and experience: course work as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

-AND-

To qualify for this position at the GS-12 grade level:
A. Experience: To qualify, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: coordinating and facilitating activities pursuant to sections of the Endangered Species Act; coordinating wide-ranging initiatives to fully implement Endangered Species Act programs; building strong partnerships with Federal, State, Tribal, and private entities to support conservation outcomes; analyzing proposed projects for potential impacts to trust resources, applying ecological knowledge, regulatory understanding, and science-based evaluation methods; managing complex projects by developing timelines, collaborating and negotiating with internal and external partners, and reviewing and monitoring deliverables to ensure timely completion and required quality to support conservation and recovery actions for trust species.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education:This position has a mandatory education requirement.
You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualificationsEmployment Type: OTHER

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