Fish Management Coordinator - 20061071

State of Ohio; Xenia (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife, seeks a Fish Management Coordinator in Greene County, based at 1076 Old Springfield Pike, Xenia, OH 45385. You will conduct fish surveys, maintain access facilities, supervise contractor projects, and operate watercraft and equipment.

This permanent, full-time role offers starting pay of $22.59 per hour with scheduled increases to $26.54 over 5.5 years, plus COLA and longevity pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in fish management surveys and data collection, operating fish sampling equipment, and implementing fish management strategies.
• Valid driver's license.
• Or completion of associate core program in fisheries science to include 1 course in chemistry and 6 months of fish management surveys, data collection, sampling equipment, and driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fish surveys using standard methods and maintain sampling equipment.
• Maintain fishing access facilities including boat ramps, docks, dams, fishing piers, and buildings.
• Assist in coordinating contractors for maintenance and projects on assigned areas.
• Maintain, transport, and operate watercraft including trailers and outboard motors.
• Maintain, transport, and operate various landscape and construction equipment (e.g., skid steer tractors, utility tractors).

Skills

Wildlife

Natural Resources

Verbal Communication

Job description

Organization: Natural Resources

Work Location: 1076 Old Springfield Pike
Xenia, Ohio, 45385
United States

Compensation: $22.59/hr

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 8am-5pm M-F Subject to Change

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Wildlife

Who We Are

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

What We Need

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Fish Management Coordinator within the Division of Wildlife, headquartered at the District 5 Wildlife Office in Greene County. The address is 1076 Springfield Pike, Xenia, Ohio 45385. To learn more about the Division of Wildlife please visit Division of Wildlife | Ohio Department of Natural Resources

What You Will Do

• Conduct fish surveys using various methods and maintain sampling equipment.
• Maintain fishing access including boat ramps, docks, dams, fishing piers, and buildings.
• Assist in coordination (preparation and oversight) of contractors performing maintenance and/or projects on assigned areas.
• Maintain, transport, and operate watercraft including trailers and outboard motors.
• Maintain, transport, and operate various landscape and construction equipment (e.g., skid steer tractors, utility tractors, various tractor implements).

Starting hourly pay of $22.59/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 5.5 years of service, with an end salary of $26.54/hr.

There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit the Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

• 24 mos. exp. conducting fish management surveys, data collection, operating fish sampling equipment & implementing fish management strategies AND valid driver's license.
• -Or completion of associate core program in fisheries science to include 1 course in chemistry AND 6 mos. exp. conducting fish management surveys, data collection, operating fish sampling equipment & implementing fish management strategies AND valid driver's license.
• -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Wildlife, Natural Resources, Verbal Communication

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.