Wildlife Control Specialist- Working Dog Handler

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REBECCA MOORE GIBSON

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Nashville, Tennessee

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The specialist will work with trained Border Collies to humanely haze and relocate geese from client properties. Responsibilities include managing daily service routes, documenting visits, and performing seasonal nest monitoring.

Qualifications

You are an extremely dependable and self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently outdoors in various weather conditions. You have experience with dog handling or a background in wildlife biology, environmental science, or animal science, and can house a trained Border Collie.

Must Have Skills for ATS

humane goose control

Border Collies

dog handling

Wildlife Biology

Environmental Science

Animal Science

nest monitoring

egg addling

Job Description

About Us

Flyaway Geese® is a national leader in humane goose control, using highly trained Border Collies to safely and effectively manage Canada geese on commercial properties, parks, schools, and government sites.

This is not a typical job—it’s hands-on, outdoors, and requires independence, consistency, and accountability.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly dependable, self-motivated Wildlife Control Specialist based in the Bellevue area of Nashville. This role involves working directly with a trained Border Collie to humanely haze and relocate geese from client properties.

You will be responsible for managing daily service routes, handling a working dog, and representing our company professionally on-site.

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct daily goose management visits at assigned properties
  • Handle and work alongside a trained Border Collie
  • Use humane hazing techniques to move geese off-site
  • Vary visit times and strategies to prevent habituation
  • Document all visits with photos, notes, and reports
  • Communicate with management and occasionally with clients
  • Assist with nest monitoring and egg addling (seasonal, with permits)
What We’re Looking For

Non-Negotiables:

  • Extremely dependable – this role requires consistency every single day
  • Lives in or very near or within driving distance of Bellevue area of Nashville, TN
  • Ability to house a working Border Collie (this is required)
  • Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
  • Physically able to walk long distances in all weather conditions
  • Experience riding a paddle board or willing to learn
Preferred Background:

  • Degree or experience in Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Animal Science, or related field
  • Experience with dog handling, livestock, or working dogs
  • Familiarity with wildlife behavior is a strong plus
Work Environment

  • Outdoor work in all conditions (heat, cold, rain)
  • Early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends required
  • Active, fast-paced, and physically demanding
What Makes This Different

  • Work with high-level trained Border Collies (not basic obedience dogs)
  • Be part of a specialized, growing niche industry
  • Real responsibility and autonomy—this is not a micromanaged role
  • Direct impact on solving real problems for high-end clients
Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive pay starting at $20.00 per hour
  • Performance-based growth opportunities
  • Ongoing training and support
  • Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding company
Important

This role is best suited for someone who:

  • Takes ownership of their work
  • Shows up every day without fail
  • Can think on their feet and adapt in the field
  • Enjoys working with dogs and being outdoors
If you’re looking for a desk job, this is not it.

How to Apply

Submit your resume along with a brief note explaining:

  1. Your experience with animals or wildlife
  2. Your current location (must be near Bellevue)
  3. Your housing situation (ability to keep a working dog)

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REBECCA MOORE GIBSON

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