Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 10/10/17
Applications Due: 10/23/17
Vacancy ID: 44347
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleFish and Wildlife Technician 1 (Seasonal)
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary GradeHourly
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $16.02 to $16.02 Hourly
Employment Type Part-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 2%
Schedule
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Hours Per Week 32
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 4:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Suffolk
Street Address Ridge
City Ridge
StateNY
Zip Code11961
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the Fish and Wildlife Technician 1 position which are as follows: 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 The person in this position would assist in the monitoring and management of threatened and endangered species. The appointee will conduct site surveys, monitor nesting pairs, construct and maintain protective fencing, record relevant data, interact with the public regarding endangered shorebird issues.
The person in this position would also do the following under supervision: Issue daily and seasonal permits to hunters accessing State managed lands; Take telephone reservations during small game and archery seasons; Respond to public requests for information on hunting and wildlife programs; Stock pheasants 1-3 nights and care for birds daily; Collect biological data on harvested deer and issue bonus deer management permits; Take CWD samples; Record and summarize hunter use figures; Post boundaries on State managed lands; Perform land management activities including trail maintenance, grassland management and facility maintenance. The Technician would assist in the regional management of other endangered species, non-game species, game species and nuisance wildlife.
Additional Comments Must have valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain and must be able to operate a kayak. Must be able to work in remote areas and in adverse weather conditions. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
Weekend and holiday work is required from November through January. The position also requires early morning and evening work. Travel and overtime may be required.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Karen Price
Telephone 518-402-9273
Fax 518-402-9038
Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov
Address
Street 625 Broadway
Personnel, 10th Floor
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12233
Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to put (17-414) 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.
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