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 This position is based in DEC’s Central Office in Albany. The incumbent will work with biologists in the SGCN Unit and Reptile, Amphibian and Invertebrate Unit on data management and database maintenance in support of New York’s State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP).
Work will primarily be office based and involve assisting with formatting and editing species status assessments and other information pertaining to Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) and proposed Endangered, Threatened, and Special Concern (ETS) species; incorporating information from status assessments into a database, summary documents, and maps; researching and reviewing recent publications and other sources on rare, declining, and data-deficient species; assisting with outreach efforts promoting the SWAP and other work the Units are engaged in; and other related tasks as assigned.
As part of the Wildlife Diversity Section, the incumbent may assist Wildlife staff involved in the implementation of other programs or tasks. Limited opportunities may also exist to assist with fieldwork for at-risk species. Potential work may include monitoring of terrestrial and aquatic invertebrate species and their habitats, surveys for reptile and amphibian species, assisting with bird and mammal monitoring projects, and maintaining/transporting field equipment.
Minimum Qualifications Thirty 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:
-Strong data management, organizational, and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail and experience with formatting/maintaining large datasets and documents.
-Proficiency with using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, and Sharepoint).
-Familiarity with ESRI products (ArcGIS)
-Knowledge of New York’s SGCN and ETS species
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.
Travel may be required.
Overnight 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.
Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
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 26-213798 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.