Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleFish and Wildlife Technician 1 (3 Positions)
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $19.33 to $19.33 Hourly
Duties Description 1. Great South Bay beam trawl survey
a. Work with Unit staff to conduct field survey aboard the Unit research vessel.
b. Assist with trawl deployment and retrieval, and gear maintenance and upkeep.
c. Assist in handling, identifying, measuring, and tagging of marine organisms collected in trawl.
d. Assist in environmental data collection.
2. Salvage work
a. Work with Unit staff to retrieve deceased sturgeon and sharks from NY beaches.
b. Aid in specimen necropsies, sample collection, and data entry.
3. Horseshoe crab spawning survey
a. During May and June, work with Unit staff and partner agency to conduct nighttime survey– this includes measuring, tagging, and data collection of horseshoe crabs.
b. Assist partner agency, site coordinators, and volunteers as necessary.
4. Fisheries dependent sampling program.
a. Conduct phone calls with commercial fishers and markets to schedule sampling trips.
b. Work with Bureau staff to collect biological data on crustaceans and finfish during sea, port, and market sampling trips.
c. QA/QC data and enter data into Access database.
5. Assist with other Division projects as needed.
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 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 work in adverse weather conditions.
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.
Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov
Address
Personnel, 10th Floor
Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to put vacancy 25-182663 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.