Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleFish and Wildlife Technician 1 (Seasonal)
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $15.40 to $15.40 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.
Must have valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation
needs of the position. 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. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 pounds.
Duties Description Assist with field activities and data management for New York State's fish contaminant monitoring program as follows:
- Participate as crew on an electroshocking boat to collect Hudson River fish for contaminant analysis. Process fish and deliver them to the Hale Creek Field Station. Manage logistics of fish collection and boat maintenance.
- Perform data entry and assist with data management of the fish contaminant database.
- Use collected fish scales to determine ages of fish.
- Provide oversight of fish collection for contaminant analysis by General Electric contractors.
- Assist with other Bureau of Habitat programs as needed.
Additional Comments These are seasonal, hourly appointments. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date, which may be prior to dates listed in duties description. Actual work schedule, duties, and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the 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 put (17-138) 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.