Fish and Wildlife Technician II
About The Position
Do you like working outdoors? Do you want a career where each day brings something different? Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth’s fish and wildlife resources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoors by fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky? Join us in the exciting, innovative and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) as a Fish and Wildlife Technician II!
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- Must have one year of fishery, wildlife or habitat management/development experience.
- Additional related training will substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis.
- Experience in fisheries, wildlife or habitat management/development will substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.
- Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this classification.
- Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification.
Responsibilities
- Collects fisheries data for annual monitoring and research activities.
- Collects and handles fish, using various fish and water sampling equipment.
- Trailers, launches and drives boat.
- Maintains project equipment including numerous boats and trailers, vehicles, fish sampling gear, aerators, small motors, and other equipment.
- Keeps equipment clean, repaired, and ready for use.
- Builds and maintains fish habitat and attractors for district waterbodies.
- Purchases materials.
- Lifts heavy objects and operates power tools and chain saw.
- Maintains department owned facilities, public boat ramps, courtesy docks and posting or maintaining regulation signs at all boat ramps.
- Mows, sprays herbicide, places rocks on jetties and picks up trash.
- Maintains equipment inventory lists and processing purchase receipts.
- Maintains up-to-date maintenance records on all district equipment.
- Maintains accurate daily and monthly activity reports and submit forms as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- A 37.5-hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
- Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
- Overtime and compensatory time
- Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
- Life insurance
- Retirement
- Wellness incentives program
- Training and career development opportunities
- Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
- Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
