Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleFish and Wildlife Technician 1

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $18.77 to $18.77 Hourly

Employment Type Part-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Erie

Street Address 700 Delaware Ave

City Buffalo

StateNY

Zip Code14209

Job Specifics

Duties Description This position provides technical support for amphibian and reptile species conservation projects within Region 9. Field work may include some travel and a variable work schedule.

Primary Duties Include:
- Survey for hellbenders, including monitoring of released head-started hellbenders, and assist with hellbender habitat enhancement.
- Survey for Blanding's turtles, spotted turtles, and queensnakes.
- Careful handling of live animals for data collection.
- Work with other wildlife staff and volunteers to organize and coordinate field surveys.
- Clean, maintain, and organize field equipment.
- Enter, compile, and organize data from surveys in Excel, GIS, and Access.
- Contact landowners for permission to access private land.

Additional Duties May Include:
- Assist with other herpetile conservation program and rare aquatic species tasks as needed.
-Responding to public inquiries via phone, email, and at outreach events.

Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Must be able to navigate difficult terrain and in-water stream work. Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when needed to accommodate field work. 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 a duration through 10/31/2025. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview. Good communication, organizational, and computer skills are essential.

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.

Additional Comments This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 10/31/2025. 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.

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.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Karen Price

Telephone 5184029273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to put vacancy 25-182271 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.