Fisheries Technician I (Hourly)

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Chillicothe, MO

45d

About The Position

Assist with collecting fisheries data on Invasive Carp in Missouri River Basin.

Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please email the hiring supervisor, ​Adam J McDaniel , at [email protected] or call 660 6466122x1381 , during regular business hours.  We would love to hear from you!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• One (1) year of related professional experience.
• Ability to pass an approved boating safety course and obtain a Missouri Boating Safety Certification Card within 6 months of employment.
• Must maintain a current, valid driver's license.
• 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.
• Regularly work in outdoor temperatures, including wet, hot, and/or cold environments.
• Occasionally exposed to loud noises which may require the use of hearing protection.
• Move about grounds, both inside and outside of buildings.
• Regularly operate tools and other machinery and relocate machinery to other areas.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more, three-dimensional vision, precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds, correctly lift up to 100 pounds.
• Concentrated attention is required at all times.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fishery science and wildlife management.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with Invasive Carp projects on the Missouri River and connected tributaries.
• Assist staff in collecting data on Missouri River and associated tributary fishes using a variety of fish sampling gears such as electrofishing, gill nets, trammel nets, mini-fyke nets and otter trawls.
• Taxonomically identify fishes in the field and laboratory.
• Preparing fish ageing structures in laboratory.
• Maintain boats, sampling gear and equipment.
• Follow assigned processes to remain compliant with policies and regulations.
• Maintain accurate inventory of items and equipment.
• Perform general administrative functions, such as answering phones and emails, maintaining publications, research, purchasing supplies, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees