Fisheries & Wildlife Field Coordinator

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

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.