Environmental Control Technician II - Conservation Aide III

Delaware LLC; Delaware; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual/ Seasonal position

Job summary

The DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife seeks an Environmental Control Technician II for a casual/seasonal role to operate land-management equipment and boats, and to support habitat projects across Delaware’s wildlife areas.

The position involves installing wildlife food and cover crops, herbicide work, and maintaining water control structures, trails, and public access facilities. A valid driver's license and basic data-entry skills are required.

Qualifications

• Six months field work experience collecting samples and data.
• Six months experience with basic math operations.
• Six months experience applying laws, rules, regulations and procedures.
• Six months experience in narrative report writing.
• Knowledge of using an automated information system to enter and report data.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains vehicles, boats and sampling equipment.
• Collects field samples and data.
• Provides technical information to the public.
• Interprets rules and regulations for the assigned area.
• Reviews permit applications and related paperwork.
• Maintains records and prepares reports.

Skills

Field work

Math basics

Regulations knowledge

Narrative writing

Data entry

Driver's license

Tools

AIS usage

Job description

Introduction

The DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife manages approximately 68,000 acres of Delaware land at 19 public wildlife areas that provide hunting opportunities as well as habitat for a variety of species.

Summary Statement

This Position is responsible for operation of land management equipment and boats; Preforming habitat management activities and installing wildlife food and cover crops. Preforming herbicide applications; placing and maintaining waterfowl blinds, deer stands, information signs and wildlife nesting structures, maintenance for ponds and water control structures and maintaining public access areas such boat ramps, wildlife viewing trails and structures and the Michael Castle trail. Other duties include: assisting staff biologist with biological collection at deer checking stations.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kinds not specifically listed here.

• Provides technical support in studies, surveys, inspections and research projects.
• Collects field samples and data.
• Provides technical information and assistance to the public and the regulated community.
• Interprets rules and regulations for assigned area.
• Reviews permit applications and supplemental paperwork for approval or recommendation for disapproval.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, boats and sampling equipment.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports.
• May assist in processing biological samples.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Control Technician II

• Six months experience in conducting field work to collect samples and survey data.
• Six months experience in math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, or decimals.
• Six months experience in applying laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
• Six months experience in narrative report writing.
• Knowledge of using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on data.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Additional Posting Information

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Selection Process

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov .

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com .

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail] .

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.