Fish and Wildlife Technician 1

The Fish and Wildlife Technician 1 position at the Department of Environmental Conservation in Schenectady, NY involves conducting surveys for reptiles and amphibians, data entry, and habitat enhancement tasks. Candidates should have relevant coursework and preferred experience in GPS, GIS, and aquatic environments. The role is seasonal, requires travel to study sites, and may involve long hours in various weather conditions. Telecommuting may be discussed during the interview.
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Incumbent will participate in a variety of reptile and amphibian surveys, including wood turtle, bog turtle, timber rattlesnake, and eastern hellbender surveys. Methods may include collecting water samples for eDNA analysis, PIT-tag scanning, visual and trapping surveys, camera trapping, vegetation surveys and other techniques. Duties also include assisting with care of captive hellbenders for head-starting program and may include installing artificial nest boxes and/or large, flat flagstone cover rocks to enhance hellbender habitat. The incumbent will be responsible for data entry, summarization, and completion of summary reports related to work on these and other projects. As time and opportunity permits, incumbent may assist with other regional wildlife tasks and duties. Position involves travel from the office to study sites and will require long days and possible early morning or late evening work.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Thirty (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: Experience in the use of GPS, GIS and Excel.Familiarity with reptile/amphibian and vegetation survey techniquesExperience working in aquatic environmentsExperience working in remote and steep terrain

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 10/15/2025. 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.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.Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.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.

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