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 $16.67 to $16.67 Hourly
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.
Duties Description This position will support the Wildlife Diversity Program in Region 5 with a focus on conducting surveys for rare and listed species, including boreal birds and bats. The technician will work closely with Region 6 and Central Office staff. The technician will also assist with peregrine falcon monitoring, winter raptor surveys, small mammal trapping, and other wildlife survey projects on an occasional basis. Throughout the year, the technician will respond to public requests for information on endangered/ threatened species and assist with project review.
Additional Comments Must have valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain and work and navigate in caves, mines, wetlands, and remote areas of the backcountry, including high elevations. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required.
Preferred Qualifications include: experience with survey techniques for birds and bats, telemetry techniques, GPS, and ArcGIS.
This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with a duration through 3/31/20. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date, which may be prior to date listed. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at 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 or mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Posting #19-534 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.