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 $17 to $17 Hourly
Minimum Qualifications Thirty (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 Duties include: 1) conducting an access point angler survey in eastern Lake Ontario during the open water and ice fishing seasons; 2) processing fish for biological data; 3) entering, organizing, and maintaining data ensuring accuracy and reviewing data sheets for adherence to field protocols. May also assist with main Lake Ontario creel survey and other fisheries projects as needed. Candidates with experience operating, trailering, and launching boats; interacting with the public; working with fisheries gear and on creel surveys; and conducting data entry will be preferred. Incumbent must work effectively as a team member and independently. Incumbent must obtain boater safety certification within two weeks of appointment.
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, work in remote areas and in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Must have certification to operate motorized boats or personal watercrafts at time of appointment.
This is a temporary position with a duration of 6/7/22 through 3/31/23. Actual work hours and schedule will be discussed at interview.
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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 #22-551 (Repost of #22-445) 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.