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NYS Department of Environmental Conservation · 18 hours ago

Fish and Wildlife Technician 2

Chautauqua, NY

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$25/hr - $25/hr

3+ years exp

The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is dedicated to managing New York's natural resources. They are seeking a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 to support field sampling and data collection, supervise staff, and maintain equipment and vessels in the Lake Erie Unit.

Environmental ConsultingNon ProfitOutdoors

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support Lake Erie Unit staff with field sampling and data collection

Serve as the primary deckhand aboard the R/V Argo

Supervise sampling if needed

Maintain the Unit's vessels, vehicles, equipment, and facilities

Organize requests for samples from outside investigators

Specialize in fish age determination

Train new staff according to established standard operating procedures

Participate in data entry/quality assurance for the Unit's array of databases

Assist with annual report preparation and review

Attend public functions as needed

Occasional operation of smaller vessels to accomplish field work

Other field and lab work will be assigned as needed

Qualification

Fisheries managementWildlife managementMarine resources managementData collectionBoat operation certificationSupervisory skillsField samplingQuality assuranceTraining staffPower tools experienceHand tools experience

Required

Three years of experience in fisheries, wildlife, or marine resources management; fish or wildlife propagation; a living marine resources program; or a fish, wildlife, or marine research program

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

Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds

Must have certification to operate motorized boats or personal watercrafts at time of appointment

Preferred

Experience with power and hand tools is beneficial for this position

Company

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

The dedicated professionals of New York State’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are passionate about the outdoors and protecting the environment.

Founded in 1970

Albany, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees