Fisheries Technician I Part Time
About The Position
Assist Fisheries Biologists on a wide variety of fisheries management activities and assist with other statewide work as needed. Essential Job Duties Assist with fisheries surveying and monitoring using a multitude of gears (electrofishing, gill netting, trap netting, trawling, etc.) Conduct/assist with habitat management work including aquatic herbicide treatments, aquatic plant propagation and establishment, and fish attractor construction and deployment Assist with fishing events, community conservation work, and outreach events Assist with data entry and processing Maintain and repair fisheries sampling gear and equipment Complete other duties as assigned This position will interact with and support the work of all the Regional Fisheries Biologists and will require the ability to work productively, both independently and as a member of a team. There will also be the opportunities to assist other regional staff with wildlife and forestry related work. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to obtain valuable job skills and knowledge in the natural resource career field.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED/HiSET required.
- One (1) year of related professional experience.
- Must maintain a valid, current driver's license and Commercial Driver's License.
- Pesticide Applicator's License.
- Ability to pass an approved boating safety course and obtain a Missouri Boating Safety Certification Card within 6 months of employment.
- Ability to operate boats, outboard motors, land maintenance equipment, power tools and large trucks pulling trailers.
- Ability to use office equipment, such as computer, calculator, camera, scanner and printer.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and perform data entry.
- Basic carpentry, mechanical and plumbing skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to travel and work varying shifts, as required.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with fishery science and wildlife management.
Responsibilities
- Assist with fisheries surveying and monitoring using a multitude of gears (electrofishing, gill netting, trap netting, trawling, etc.)
- Conduct/assist with habitat management work including aquatic herbicide treatments, aquatic plant propagation and establishment, and fish attractor construction and deployment
- Assist with fishing events, community conservation work, and outreach events
- Assist with data entry and processing
- Maintain and repair fisheries sampling gear and equipment
- Complete other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
