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Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of

Title Fish and Wildlife Technician 1

Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade Hourly

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $19.33 to $19.33 Hourly

Employment Type Part-Time

Part-time Percent 100%

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Warren

Street Address 232 Golf Course Road

City Warrensburg

State NY

Zip Code 12885

Duties Description This position will support multiple wildlife management programs in Region 5. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, coordinating and conducting surveys and research for game and non-game species, collecting harvest monitoring data, banding waterfowl, assisting with habitat and access projects on Wildlife Management Areas, responding to negative human-wildlife interactions, and evaluating project impacts to endangered/threatened species. Throughout the year, the technician will respond to public requests for hunting/trapping information, provide technical assistance and issue permits for nuisance wildlife issues, and provide technical assistance with regard to injured or distressed wildlife.

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 Qualifications include: experience with a variety of bird and mammal survey techniques, experience live-trapping, handling, and marking birds and mammals, trailering vehicles, driving 4x4 vehicles/ATVs/snowmobiles/boats, and working in back-country environments. Additional beneficial skills include: chemical immobilization; computer skills including experience with R, ArcGIS, and databases; and ability to summarize data and present descriptive statistics.

Additional Comments This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 3/31/2025. 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.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.Rabies vaccination series required upon appointment.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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Name Karen Price

Telephone 5184029273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

Notes on Applying Please email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to put vacancy 25-186984 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.