Fish and Wildlife Technician 1

Allegany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/21/2023
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:
  • Good public relations and communication skills. Must be able to communicate clearly and helpfully on the telephone, in person, and in writing.
  • Basic computer skills. Training will be provided to use specialized programs.
  • Familiarity with hunting and trapping.
Duties Description
The main job responsibility is to provide critical support and assistance to the Regional Hunter Education Program Coordinator and the 400 regional volunteer Instructors.

Job duties include:
  • Administering to the needs of instructors for information, supplies, and equipment.
  • Answering phone, email, and in-person inquiries for Hunter Education Classes and lost certificate replacement from the public.
  • Delivery of supplies to instructors when required.
  • Tracking loaned equipment inventory.
  • Miscellaneous administrative record keeping such as filing.
  • Registering classes from instructors into database, including email and correspondence with Albany.
  • Entering applicant, instructor information into database, and updating as needed.
  • Assisting with preparation and management of annual refresher meetings, instructor training, (e.g., photocopying, large mailings, apprentice registrations).
  • Assisting with holding meetings and training at various locations across the region (involving evening and weekends).

Secondary responsibilities involve assistance with other aspects of Bureau of Wildlife work, including but not limited to: wildlife surveys such as furbearer monitoring surveys, big game harvest data collection, bird surveys, nuisance permit issuance, wildlife health monitoring, and attending outreach events.

Candidate may be required to work in rough terrain, all weather conditions, and carry field equipment. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when needed to accommodate evening and weekend meetings and some field work. Good communication, organizational, and computer skills are essential.
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. Overnight travel may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2024, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. 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.

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