Environmental Control Technician II Biological Aide III- Fisheries

Overview

These two positions will assist Fisheries Section Environmental Scientists with research throughout Delaware that target a variety of invasive, freshwater, diadromous, and marine species. Job duties for one position primarily entail assisting with finfish trawl and oyster surveys in Delaware Bay and associated data, while the other entails stocking freshwater trout and identifying, monitoring, and treating aquatic vegetation. Both positions will sample water quality, assist with maintenance of scientific equipment, operate trailer boats, enter and proof data, and process biological samples.

These positions will also assist with a variety of other fisheries research projects as needed. Work hours may include early morning, nighttime hours and occasional weekends.

Essential Functions and general duties are described below and are representative of the work in the class series. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position.

• 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 the 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.

• 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).

• This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).
• 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-1B Visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in the Federal E-Verify system.
• Criminal background check: 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.
• All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment.
• Selection Process:
  Applications and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements. Provide complete and accurate information on your application and supplemental questionnaire.
• Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
• The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce.

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