NEOGOV · 10 hours ago
CONSERVATION AID 3
Las Vegas
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$40K/yr - $57K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Conservation Aid 3 to assist professional staff in various projects related to the conservation and preservation of Nevada's natural resources. The role involves conducting surveys, maintaining wildlife management areas, and participating in habitat management projects, often working in remote locations.
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Responsibilities
Perform creel census surveys at boat landings or shorelines; obtain and record data regarding the number of individuals fishing, state of residence, number of hours fishing, type of fishing method used, location of catches and species sought; identify species, sex, and number of fish caught; weigh and measure fish; collect, label, store and transport fish stomach samples and scales for laboratory analysis as assigned
Conduct standardized stream survey and inventory including measurements of habitat attributes utilizing standard methods; perform electroshocking procedures consistent with the physical stream characteristics; operate motor vehicles and semi-technical equipment
Assist with the operation of hunter check stations; request appropriate hunting license, tag, or permit; record species and numbers taken through bag checks and species identification; complete forms and record information for wildlife harvest analysis
Assist in a variety of conservation education and public relations activities; contact volunteers and coordinate workshops, demonstrations, and instructional presentations; register participants; prepare visual aids and equipment
Assist with surveys to obtain wildlife population data; identify wildlife species and count males, females and broods; trap, tag, mark and classify wildlife by size; participate in wildlife surveys, observation and transplants; assist in hauling and planting fish
Assist in conducting surveys related to range and forest health, air and water quality, insect populations and soils; identify species and the condition of trees and shrubs; record and enter data in order to assess environmental and ecological conditions and changes
Assist in habitat management projects including erosion control, building dikes and dams, clearing brush and controlling water levels
Participate in resource conservation projects such as timber stand improvement, timber harvest, insect and disease abatement, vegetative fuels reduction, tree planting, reclamation of damaged lands, riparian enhancement, watershed and range improvement, wildlife habitat enhancement and park maintenance
Perform a variety of clerical support duties; answer telephones and greet the public; verify information and complete forms; enter data in computer equipment; maintain records, duplicate materials, and operate office machines
Perform related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Valid driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment
Familiarity with wetland management strategies
Knowledge of the principles of plant succession
Ability to identify the most common and important plant species found on the WMAs
Basic fish anatomy knowledge
Ability to operate motor vehicles, office machines, and hand and power tools
Application of standardized data gathering techniques
Ability to assist professional staff in conducting conservation related studies and projects by independently collecting data
Ability to assist in conducting surveys of wildlife, forest health and other conservation related studies
Ability to identify species of plants and animals
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Benefits
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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