Wildlife Division - #241129-3492VR-001

The State of Connecticut is hiring Seasonal Resource Assistants for the Wildlife Division, based in Burlington, CT. The role involves conservation, data collection, equipment maintenance, and public outreach across various habitats. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and may need a pesticide application license. This is a full-time position requiring fieldwork in varying conditions, with applications being accepted on a rolling basis.
About the position

DEEP is seeking Seasonal Resource Assistants to support our Wildlife Division with a variety of projects. These positions perform work statewide in habitats ranging from coastal beaches to upland forests and are based out of Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area - Burlington, Eastern District Headquarters - Marlborough, and Franklin Swamp Wildlife Management Area - Franklin. This is a rolling open application and candidates are interviewed and hired from the list as needed. For specific project opportunities, check out our other seasonal job postings.

Responsibilities
• Conservation and management of wildlife and habitats
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• Data collection
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• Equipment maintenance
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• Technical assistance
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• Public outreach
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• Education
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• Office work

Requirements
• Ability to follow instructions
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• Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license
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• Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides
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• College training in a specific field
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• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities

Nice-to-haves
• College degree in biological management or a related field
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• Experience conducting field work and collecting biological information
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• Computer skills with experience entering and summarizing data
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• Willingness to work long hours in field, day or night as program needs dictate
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• Willingness to work in variable weather and field conditions

Benefits