Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleFish and Wildlife Technician 1

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $19.33 to $19.33 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

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? No

Location

County Steuben

Street Address Bath Sub-Office

City Bath

StateNY

Zip Code14810

Job Specifics

Duties Description The primary duty of this position is assisting with "Snapshot NY", a camera trap survey to sample the wildlife community on a landscape-scale. Duties will involve coordinating with landowners, setting up and taking down trail cameras, checking on cameras and refreshing batteries/memory cards, and processing and organizing photo data in the office. Cameras will be deployed on private and public lands and will involve significant time in the field each week, driving to sites that may be an hour or more from the office, navigating off-trail, hiking several miles per day, sometimes on steep forested terrain. Field work will include being part of a small team and also going afield alone and working independently.

This position will also periodically assist with several other aspects of the regional wildlife program, including but not limited to: conducting other wildlife surveys, assisting with waterfowl trapping/banding, performing habitat management, releasing captive-reared pheasants, checking hunter-harvested deer, responding to wildlife conflict situations, and collecting/preparing wildlife carcasses for the Wildlife Health Program.

Work schedule will typically be Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm; however, some evening/early morning work and weekend work may be required.

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: Previous experience with trail camera survey methodology, proficiency with navigating off-trail using GPS and maps, and ability to traverse steep forested terrain.

Additional Comments This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 11/30/2026. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.

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.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 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.

How to Apply

Name Karen Price

Telephone 5184029273

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 vacancy 26-210699 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.