Fish and Wildlife Technician 1 (3 Positions)

Description Duties

• Conduct mammal monitoring and research, primarily focused on New England cottontail, with potential for additional fieldwork related to Allegheny woodrat.
• Work in remote locations in adverse weather conditions.
• Negotiate difficult terrain on foot carrying necessary equipment and supplies.
• Contact landowners for access permission.
• Map habitats.
• Quality-check and tabulate data.
• Summarize findings.
• Assist with other aspects of the wildlife program, including raptor and amphibian monitoring, releasing farm-raised pheasants for hunting, biological data collection on hunter-killed deer, and answering questions from the public over the telephone and in person, including questions about nuisance wildlife and hunting/trapping.

Qualifications

• 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: Familiarity with winter woody plant identification, GIS and camera-trapping.

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 New York State 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: equity@dec.ny.gov.

Note: 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).