• Fish and Wildlife Technician 1

    New York State Civil Service (Dunkirk, NY)


    NY HELP No

     

    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 Other (see below)

     

    "Other" Explanation Sunday,Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday

     

    Hours Per Week 40

     

    Workday

     

    From 8 AM

     

    To 4:30 PM

     

    Flextime allowed? No

     

    Mandatory overtime? No

     

    Compressed workweek allowed? No

     

    Telecommuting allowed? No

     

    County Chautauqua

     

    Street Address Dunkrik Fisheries Research Station

     

    City Dunkrik

     

    State NY

     

    Zip Code 14048

     

    Duties Description This position will involve implementing an angler survey that involves direct contact interviews of anglers and recording data from fishing trips in a standard manner. This position will also involve participation in Lake Erie fisheries programs aboard RV Argo and other vessels. The incumbent will also process and analyze samples in a laboratory setting, and QA/QC and enter data into a database. Other data processing and entry tasks will occur as office work. Other field and lab work will be required as needed.

     

    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.

     

    Additional Comments This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2026, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. 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. Overtime may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.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.

     

    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 26-207373 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.