272: Awkard Wildlife Job Interviews

Manage the Wild

In this episode, host Nick Madsen discusses the process of applying for a biologist or wildlife position in the State of Utah. He shares his personal experiences and insights into the hiring process, including the initial steps of finding the position and ranking one's experience. Nick also highlights the importance of justifying experience with public and private organizations and the challenges of the interview process. He explains how pre-interview questions and scenarios are used to assess candidates and emphasizes the significance of ranking in the final selection. Nick concludes by comparing the state's promotion process with that of the private sector. Takeaways

• The first step in applying for a wildlife position is finding the desired position and ranking one's experience.
• Justifying experience with public and private organizations is crucial in the application process.
• The interview process for wildlife positions can be awkward and challenging, with candidates having to answer specific questions and scenarios.
• Ranking plays a significant role in the final selection, and even knowing the interviewers may not guarantee success.
• The promotion process in the state sector differs significantly from the private sector, requiring candidates to compete with numerous applicants.

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