Wildlife And Fisheries Technician -C

LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness.

This position is a Wildlife and Fisheries Technician A-C Career Progression Group position based at Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area (WMA). The incumbent receives direct supervision from a Technician Supervisor. This position is responsible for performing tasks associated with the daily operation of Pointe-aux-Chenes, Lake Boeuf, Salvador, Timken and Pass-a-Loutre WMAs and Queen Bess Refuge. Such tasks may include maintenance of facilities, equipment and grounds, WMA management and enhancements, data collection, public/user assistance, etc.

These WMAs and refuge are highly dynamic coastal environments that provide habitat for a large diversity and abundance of resident and migratory wildlife. These areas are located in Terrebonne, Lafourche, St. Charles, Jefferson and Plaquemines Parishes and consists of habitats ranging from swamp to brackish habitats. Overnight travel for multiple days at remote areas and throughout Louisiana will be required.

Working in the field, out of boats, at night and in inclement weather will also be required.

No experience or training is required.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

• The incumbent’s duties include conducting stewardship activities, and maintenance and development of areas and facilities on one or more coastal wildlife management areas and/or refuges
• Assist Supervisor and Biologists in land stewardship and habitat management practices on WMAs and Refuges
• Assists in the collecting of biological data via hunter bag checks, fishing creel checks, water level & salinity data, assist with intensively managed adult, handicapped, and youth hunts, conduct trapping and banding projects, etc.
• Monitors special use permit activities for fishing, hunting, trapping, houseboat mooring, area use, etc.
• Assists in monitoring and reporting on the implementation of mitigation projects, dredge projects and mineral exploration and development projects within the work areas

• Coordinates with supervisor and participates in maintenance, repair and construction projects as well as habitat projects. This may involve water control structures, trails, roads, parking areas, campsites, facilities, workshops, storage buildings, water vessels, lawnmowers, tractors, UTVs, engines, etc. and include tasks such as mowing, grading, ditching, cleaning, etc.
• Works with supervisor to set and accomplish project priorities, tasks, etc.
• Properly marks and maintains WMA and Refuge boundaries
• Implements maintenance and minor repair projects that may include basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding, and mechanical duties
• Conducts other duties as assigned by supervisory and biological staff

DOMICILE:This position will be domiciled in Terrebonne parish.

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Job appointment, probational appointment, promotional, or detail to special duty.

If filled as a job appointment, there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a probational appointment should funding become available. Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected.

COMPENSATION:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Wildlife and Fisheries…