Fish and Wildlife Technician 1

Duties Description The Region 3 Bureau of Wildlife is seeking a Fish and Wildlife Technician 1 for a 6-month position to assist with a turkey banding project. Field work involves equipment inventory, site selection/preparation (baiting and monitoring trail cameras), handling and banding turkeys, data/sample collection, and post-banding monitoring. There will also be an office component to the position that includes data entry. In addition to principal duties, the Technician may assist in other aspects of the Regional Wildlife Program including, but not limited to, dissemination of Program information to the public, pheasant stocking, biological data collection on hunter-harvested deer, raptor and amphibian monitoring, and waterfowl banding. Description The Region 3 Bureau of Wildlife is seeking a Fish and Wildlife Technician 1 for a 6-month position to assist with a turkey banding project. Field work involves equipment inventory, site selection/preparation (baiting and monitoring trail cameras), handling and banding turkeys, data/sample collection, and post-banding monitoring. There will also be an office component to the position that includes data entry. In addition to principal duties, the Technician may assist in other aspects of the Regional Wildlife Program including, but not limited to, dissemination of Program information to the public, pheasant stocking, biological data collection on hunter-harvested deer, raptor and amphibian monitoring, and waterfowl banding. Qualifications 30 semester credit hours, including 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources or wildlife management; mariculture, marine biology; aquaculture, marine or terrestrial ecology, zoology; marine technology; botany; limnology; hydrology; or oceanography. Minimum Qualifications 30 semester credit hours, including 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources or wildlife management; mariculture, marine biology; aquaculture, marine or terrestrial ecology, zoology; marine technology; botany; limnology; hydrology; or oceanography. Additional Comments This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 3/31/2027. 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. Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this 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 35 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. If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: View email address on click.appcast.io. 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr NYS Department of Environmental Conservation