Wildlife Area Technician 2

State of Nevada•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

This position within the Fisheries Division at Nevada Department of Wildlife is 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. The position will serve as the liaison and principal coordinator for stocking the urban ponds. This will require planning, scheduling, and coordinating with Department hatcheries and private live fish contractors to ensure the urban ponds are stocked appropriately and according to Department stocking plans. This position will be assisting Biologists and in projects focused on sportfish, native fish, amphibians, springsnails, and nonnative species management. The position will also represent the Department while assisting with public events and conservation education programs. This position will represent the Department while working on interagency conservation projects including working with US Bureau of Land Management, US Fish and Wildlife Service, US National Park Service, and other state and local agencies. This position will require extensive travel during times of the year. Wildlife Area Technicians may be assigned to work at a wildlife management area, on a water development crew or as a regional utility person. Typical duties involve the maintenance of wildlife habitat by operating light and heavy equipment, controlling water levels in wetland areas, managing vegetation and related activities intended to develop and enhance an environment which will support the State's wildlife species.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and four years of experience in maintenance, farming or construction, one of which was maintaining lands for wildlife, constructing dikes, ditches or roads; applying fertilizers; managing water levels and manipulating flow of water; maintaining equipment and structures by cleaning, painting, repairing and rebuilding structures; and collecting data and surveying wildlife by counting and inventorying species; and/or constructing and/or repairing wildlife water catchment devices.
One year of experience as a Wildlife Technician I in Nevada State service.
An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Working knowledge of safety procedures used in the operation of large and small motorized equipment.
Working knowledge of specialized tools and equipment such as carpentry and mechanics' hand and power tools, gas and arc welding equipment, chain saw, table saw, hoist and steam cleaners.
General knowledge of biological science related to wildlife and habitat.
General knowledge of maintenance and repair of facilities, equipment, grounds, and vehicles.
General knowledge of specialized technical equipment and operation of heavy equipment used in wildlife management area or water development projects.
Skill in operating large and small motorized equipment and using hand and power tools for maintenance and repairs to facility structures, equipment, and grounds.
Ability to operate light and heavy motorized equipment.
Ability to observe, identify and report the activities and conditions of wildlife species and their habitat.
Ability to trap, capture, immobilize, treat or transport mammals, birds and other wildlife.
Ability to conduct basic field studies such as counting, tracking, identifying and reporting on a variety of wildlife or habitat conditions.
Ability to identify potential disease, parasites or other problems in wildlife or related habitat.
Ability to identify corrective measures needed to protect, promote, or enhance wildlife or habitat management.

Responsibilities

Assist 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.
Serve as the liaison and principal coordinator for stocking urban ponds, requiring planning, scheduling, and coordinating with Department hatcheries and private live fish contractors.
Assist Biologists in projects focused on sportfish, native fish, amphibians, springsnails, and nonnative species management.
Represent the Department while assisting with public events and conservation education programs.
Represent the Department while working on interagency conservation projects with agencies such as US Bureau of Land Management, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and US National Park Service.
Operate bulldozers, excavators, motor graders, paddle wheel scrapers, draglines, diesel trucks and semi-trailers, backhoes, farm tractors, forklifts, and small engine powered equipment and boats to develop, modify and improve habitat for wildlife.
Construct dikes, ditches, roads, nest islands, fields, and water control structures; control water levels by measuring water flow rates and temperatures; assess water sources and availability; record use information and ensure adequate supply for waterfowl and other wildlife species.
Manage vegetation in wildlife management areas; farm aquatic plant species and cereal grains; apply fertilizers and herbicides; burn over-abundant plant species; and chop or disc undesirable vegetation to maintain suitable habitat for wildlife.
Collect data and survey wildlife species; count, inventory, identify and classify wildlife according to sex, size or species; trap, band, transport or transplant wildlife as required; operate hunter check stations and record harvest data related to species, sex and size; collect internal organs and body parts for analysis; complete forms and write narratives for analysis by wildlife biologists.
Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning, painting, repairing and rebuilding facilities and equipment; respond to emergency situations; prepare routine records and reports related to work performed; service and repair vehicles and equipment to provide for efficient operation and extended life of equipment and structures.
Maintain security of structures and equipment; patrol areas and lock gates and doors; note violations and report to appropriate authorities.
Provide information to the public by explaining procedures and regulations; give directions, answer questions and lead tours of facilities and wildlife management areas.
Construct water catchments; survey selected areas; identify and clear sites for water development construction; note water availability, forage, cover and spacing; load and deliver materials; assemble fiberglass tanks, iron support structures, sheet metal aprons and gutters; bury tank using backhoe, pick and shovel; construct barbed wire fences; complete map locations and installation forms; and maintain or repair catchments.
May assist in caring for fish at fish hatcheries and rearing stations as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.