Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleFish and Wildlife Technician 1
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $18.22 to $18.22 Hourly
"Other" Explanation Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Workday
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.
Preferred:Knowledge of survey and research protocols; experience navigating remote and difficult terrain; use of GPS units for navigation and field data collection; experience using ArcGIS, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
Duties Description The Fish & Wildlife Technician 1 will collect and analyze acoustic data to determine the summer distribution of Myotid bats on Long Island. Job duties include interpreting aerial images to identify appropriate survey locations, setup and maintenance of sound recording equipment, data management, and analysis of recorded bat calls. This position includes travel from the office to field sites and may require long days as well as frequent early morning and evening hours.
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.
No housing is provided with this position.
This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 8/30/2024. 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 24-154555 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.