Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleFish and Wildlife Technician 1
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $19.33 to $19.33 Hourly
Duties Description 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.
The preferred candidate will have excellent communication, reading, writing, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and proficient ability for consistently formatting and editing documents. Experience using Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel, Word and Outlook) and familiarity with Sharepoint is strongly preferred. Knowledge and understanding of New York’s Species of Greatest Conservation Need and their habitats is preferred but not required.
Minimum Qualifications This position is based in DEC’s Central Office in Albany and will work with the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) coordinator on the 2025 revision of New York’s SWAP.
Work will be office based and involve assisting the SWAP coordinator with: formatting and editing species status assessments and other information used to revise the existing SWAP; communicating with regional staff, and researching and interpreting recent scientific publications and other data sources on Species of Greatest Conservation Need to fill in data gaps in species status assessments; incorporating state data on Species of Greatest Conservation Need into a northeast regional database; reviewing, organizing and evaluating public comments for information relevant to the SWAP and Species of Greatest Conservation Need; and supporting outreach efforts.
As part of the Wildlife Diversity Section, the incumbent may also be required to assist Wildlife staff involved in the implementation of other programs or tasks as assigned. Potential work may include monitoring of at-risk invertebrate species, surveys for reptile and amphibian species, assisting with bird and mammal monitoring projects, data entry, or maintaining field equipment.
Additional Comments This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 9/30/2025. 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.
Travel may be required.
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.
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Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov
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Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to put vacancy 25-188156 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.