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 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 Candidate will assist with spruce grouse surveys, capture, banding, and radio telemetry throughout the Adirondacks. Required to work extensively in the field in remote areas, with some office data entry time. Will require orienteering with map, compass, and GPS. Surveys and radio telemetry will require working in remote locations during inclement weather conditions and extreme temperatures. Required hiking long distances and snowshoe through deep snows for extended periods. Will be required to work alone in remote locations. Candidate will be required to operate ATVs and snowmobiles and tow a trailer. Must be willing to camp for 14-day stretches in remote locations during spruce grouse captures in Ontario. Passport will be required by travel dates. Proficiency in orienteering and radio telemetry is preferred. Good communication skills is also preferred. Candidate will also be responsible for other Wildlife duties as assigned.
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 and overtime may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 30 pounds.
This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with a duration through 3/31/2022. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date, which may be prior to date listed. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at 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 #22-030 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.