NY HELP No Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of Title Fish and Wildlife Technician 1 Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences Salary Grade Hourly Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $19.33 to $19.33 Hourly Employment Type Part-Time Part-time Percent 100% Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 20% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 8 AM To 4:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Steuben Street Address Bath Sub-Office City Bath State NY Zip Code 14810 Duties Description This position will assist with several aspects of the regional wildlife program including but not limited to: conducting wildlife surveys, collecting and preparing wildlife carcasses for submission to the states wildlife health program, pelt sealing of furbearers, stocking of captive raised pheasants, assistance with CWD sample collection, habitat management work on state lands, and deer aging. During the winter months this positions primary focus will be on an intensive furbearer survey for otter and muskrat sign. Duties will include obtaining landowner permissions to access survey locations, navigating to unfamiliar locations scattered over an 11-county area, walking 1/2 mile in winter conditions several times a day along wetlands, ponds and streams looking for scat and tracks, maintaining accurate data collection of site specifics and all sign found. Minimum 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 Qualifications: Skilled in animal sign identification and GPS use. Comfortable with working and navigating in cold, snow and on ice covered wetlands. Additional Comments This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 3/31/2026. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date. 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 40 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Karen Price Telephone 5184029273 Fax 518-402-9038 Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov Address Street 625 Broadway Personnel, 10th Floor City Albany State NY Zip Code 12233 Notes on Applying Please email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to put vacancy 25-193731 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. Provide a copy of your college transcript with your reply. Unofficial copy is acceptable.