Conservation Assistant - Seasonal - Minimum Qualifications Waived

State of Nevada•Southern Nevada, NV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fisheries Management Division has seasonal openings for a single position in Pioche and two positions in Las Vegas. The position durations range from 3-9 months. These positions are responsible for assisting Biologists with numerous activities on waters in Clark, Esmeralda, Lincoln, and Nye counties. Primary duties generally include assisting Biologists with aquatic species population monitoring, angler surveys, fish introductions and translocations, stocking fish, nonnative species eradication projects, hatchery duties, aquatic habitat restoration, aquatic habitat monitoring, data collection and entry, and maintaining field equipment in good working order. Some positions may include working four 10-hour days in the field and camping at remote location sites on the workdays. This position requires a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The position may also assist with conservation education programs and public events. Conservation Assistants participate in projects involving the conservation and preservation of the State's natural resources.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent education.
Valid driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.

Nice To Haves

Basic mathematics and measuring techniques
Recordkeeping methods
Application of standardized data gathering techniques
Basic understanding of wildlife and fisheries survey and inventory, habitat monitoring and restoration techniques, and principles utilized in conserving natural resources.
Use and operation of wildlife, fisheries, and habitat field survey equipment.
Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written.
Use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software.
Read and follow verbal and written directions
Assist in conservation-related projects.
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain
Operate hand and power tools
Maintain records
Complete standardized forms.
Collect data
Assist in conducting surveys of wildlife, forest and rangeland health, wildlife assessments and other conservation related studies
Identify species of plants and animals.
Safely handle wildlife during sampling.

Responsibilities

Conduct angler contacts in the field, complete forms and record data, identify fish species and the number caught or harvested, methods used, and other information required on standardized forms.
Weigh and measure fish or wildlife as needed; collect, label, store, and transport samples for laboratory analysis.
Conduct standardized stream surveys and fish population inventories, measure habitat attributes, perform electroshocking procedures, and operate motor vehicles and equipment.
Assist with the operation of hunter check stations, record species and numbers harvested, and complete forms and record information for wildlife harvest analysis.
Assist with conservation education and public relations activities.
Staff wildlife management facilities and sites during periods of operation.
Participate in wildlife population surveys, observations, and telemetry investigations.
Identify wildlife species and count males, females, and broods.
Participate in wildlife trapping, mark-recapture projects, and translocations.
Trap, tag, mark, and classify wildlife by size and assist with the rearing, hauling and planting fish.
Contribute to range and forest health, air and water quality, insect populations, and soil surveys.
Identify species and condition of trees and shrubs and record and enter data.
Evaluate habitat conditions and document findings.
Assist in habitat management projects, restoration, wildlife water development maintenance.
Perform construction, vegetation management, and ecological monitoring to support health ecosystems and wildlife populations, including erosion control, dike and dam construction, brush clearing, and water level control.
Participate in resource conservation projects.
Perform administrative support duties, answer phones and greeting the public, verify information, complete forms, data entry, maintain records, and duplicate materials.
Perform related duties as assigned.