Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 - NY HELPS

Description Duties

• Work closely with Wildlife Biologists to resolve human/wildlife conflict issues including but not limited to bear, deer, moose, beaver, coyote and turkey.
  • Emergency wildlife response involving chemical immobilization may be required.
  • Implement access and habitat-related management activities on Region 4 Wildlife Management Areas in the western half of the region.
• Other duties may include:
  • Assist wildlife biologists, foresters and EPS 1 with various wildlife surveys and studies.
  • Collect biological and demographic data including but not limited to big game season, waterfowl banding, furbearer studies, collection of pathology samples.
  • Aid in public presentations/outreach.
  • Provide oral and written information to the public when needed.
• Provide supervision to Fish & Wildlife Technician 1 (s) and other temporary staff, interns and/or volunteers.
  • Initiate hiring paperwork, develop employee performance programs, complete performance evaluations, approve leave requests, time and activity accounting (LATS), and travel accounting reports (FMIS).

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: 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.
  • One year of college coursework including at least 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources, wildlife management, or a related field, may substitute for one year of the experience described.
• Substitution: one year of college coursework including at least 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources, wildlife management, or a related field, may substitute for one year of the experience described.
• Competitive Minimum Qualifications: Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC or Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis. or Transfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 11 or higher and: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below; Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: Permanent Competitive service as a Fish Culturist 1. 55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.
• Open competitive minimum qualifications (provided for 55b/c candidates and 70.4 transfer eligibles): 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.
  • One year of college coursework including at least 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources, wildlife management, or a related field, may substitute for one year of the experience described.
• Additional Comments: 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. 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 50 pounds. Incumbent will need to receive rabies vector immunizations upon hiring if not already immunized. This is provided by the employer. Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.
• Benefits: 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. 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).