Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleFish and Wildlife Technician 1 (Seasonal)
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $18 to $18 Hourly
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 30 semester credit hours, including 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources or wildlife management; mariculture; marine biology; aquaculture; aquatic, marine or terrestrial ecology; zoology; marine technology; botany; limnology; hydrology; or oceanography.
Must be able to work independently. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
Duties Description The Fish & Wildlife Technician 1 would assist in issuing deer damage permits, conducting deer damage permit inspections and responding to information requests regarding deer damage permits. Additional duties include: answering the general wildlife phone line, responding to general information requests and requests for information on hunting; assisting regional staff with collection and submission of wildlife specimens; assist with the collection of biological data on harvested deer and issue bonus deer management permits; assist in the regional management of other endangered species, non-game species, game species and nuisance wildlife.
Work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at interview. Weekend and holiday work is required from November through January. The position also requires early morning and evening work.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 03/31/2023. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov
Address
Personnel, 10th Floor
Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Posting #23-122970 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. Provide a copy of your college transcript with your reply. Unofficial copy is acceptable.