AGL 037: Working for U.S. Fish and Wildlife with Damon Taylor

As an avid outdoor enthusiast, Damon Taylor has always known that he wanted to have a career in “something outdoors.” Researching degrees in high school opened up the option for him to do just that and he graduated in 2010 with a Bachelors in Science in Natural Resource Ecology and Management with an emphasis in Wildlife Ecology. He has not only enjoyed his time in his career, but has also achieved his goal position working as the Deputy Refuge Manager for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services in Oklahoma.
A Mindset for Success Limited job openings are a significant obstacle (https://aggrad.com/sorry-you-lack-the-experience-to-obtain-the-experience/) for those interested in pursuing a career in either a state, regional or federal-level of the Fish & Wildlife agency.
 
Do not have tunnel vision.Know what you want to do in your ecology or biology career but do not limit your opporunities by only taking specific internships (https://aggrad.com/taking-a-chance-on-new-careers-with-lexi-marek/).
Do not be afraid to go somewhere new.Do not be afraid to pack up and move for opportunities or internships with different governement agencies (https://aggrad.com/career-profile-rangeland-ecologist/).
Put yourself out there.When you put yourself out there, the universe has a funny way of combing back around to give you exactly what you want.
 
Measuring Career Success: Managing tasks, ideas, and programs is of the ultimate success to Damon’s position on the refuge. Ensuring a strong outreach program for youth events like fishing clinics or hunter participation, as well as keeping access available for those wanting to hike, take photographs or bird watch are also important.
Is A Career With Fish & Wildlife Services Right For You? If you are the kind of person who enjoys diversity, being outdoors and an ever-changing dynamic and exciting work environment, then a career with Fish & Wildlife Services could be for you! If you require a structured, consistent day-to-day or week-to-week schedule, than this may not be the best fit for you.
 
Despite being in a supervisor role, Damon still gets out a lot. He his thankful for a great staff that helps to minimize the stress and the work that he has to do when it comes to the office and bookwork. You can follow along with those on his Facebook or send any questions you may have to him at his email, [email protected].
 
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As an avid outdoor enthusiast, Damon Taylor has always known that he wanted to have a career in “something outdoors.” Researching degrees in high school opened up the option for him to do just that and he graduated in 2010 with a Bachelors in Science in Natural Resource Ecology and Management with an emphasis in Wildlife Ecology. He has not only enjoyed his time in his career, but has also achieved his goal position working as the Deputy Refuge Manager for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services in Oklahoma.

A Mindset for Success

Limited job openings are a significant obstacle (https://aggrad.com/sorry-you-lack-the-experience-to-obtain-the-experience/) for those interested in pursuing a career in either a state, regional or federal-level of the Fish & Wildlife agency.

 

Do not have tunnel vision.
Know what you want to do in your ecology or biology career but do not limit your opporunities by only taking specific internships (https://aggrad.com/taking-a-chance-on-new-careers-with-lexi-marek/). Do not be afraid to go somewhere new.
Do not be afraid to pack up and move for opportunities or internships with different governement agencies (https://aggrad.com/career-profile-rangeland-ecologist/). Put yourself out there.
When you put yourself out there, the universe has a funny way of combing back around to give you exactly what you want.

 

Measuring Career Success:

Managing tasks, ideas, and programs is of the ultimate success to Damon’s position on the refuge. Ensuring a strong outreach program for youth events like fishing clinics or hunter participation, as well as keeping access available for those wanting to hike, take photographs or bird watch are also important.

Is A Career With Fish & Wildlife Services Right For You?

If you are the kind of person who enjoys diversity, being outdoors and an ever-changing dynamic and exciting work environment, then a career with Fish & Wildlife Services could be for you! If you require a structured, consistent day-to-day or week-to-week schedule, than this may not be the best fit for you.

 

Despite being in a supervisor role, Damon still gets out a lot. He his thankful for a great staff that helps to minimize the stress and the work that he has to do when it comes to the office and bookwork. You can follow along with those on his Facebook or send any questions you may have to him at his email, [email protected].

 

Make sure to subscribe to AgGrad to learn more about career opportunities in agriculture and follow along on the special “30 Under 30 in Agriculture” series (https://aggrad.com/introducing-aggrad-30-under-30/)! Interested in nominating someone under 30?

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