Field Data Technician II — Fish & Wildlife

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5 hour work week

Paid time off (Sick & Vacation) + Paid

Overtime eligibility

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement

Wellness incentives

Training and career development

401K (Deferred compensation)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Fish and Wildlife Technician II to support the Streams Investigations Branch. You will assist with sampling fish populations, maintain sampling gear and help compile data to support management recommendations for Kentucky streams and rivers.

The role involves fieldwork outdoors, operating boats and sampling equipment, and working closely with biologists and other staff to advance fish and wildlife resource protections.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• One year of fishery, wildlife or habitat management/development experience.
• Additional related training may substitute for the required experience.
• Experience in fisheries, wildlife or habitat management may substitute for the required education.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assist biologist with field data collections using standardized methods.
• Operate and maintain project equipment (boats, trailers, nets, sampling gear).
• Assist in design and fabrication of equipment as needed.
• Perform data entry and results compilations.
• Assist staff with population studies and habitat improvement work.
• Initiate purchases and manage project inventories per policy.
• Interact professionally with the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fisheries experience

Wildlife experience

Habitat management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Fish and Wildlife Technician II to support the Streams Investigations Branch. You will assist with sampling fish populations, maintain sampling gear and help compile data to support management recommendations for Kentucky streams and rivers.

The role involves fieldwork outdoors, operating boats and sampling equipment, and working closely with biologists and other staff to advance fish and wildlife resource protections.