Wildlife Biological Aide II- Herpetology

Wildlife Biological Aide II
- Herpetology

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- Herpetology role at Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control

The Division of Fish & Wildlife conserves and manages Delaware’s fish and wildlife and their habitats, and provides fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing and boating access on nearly 65,000 acres of public land.  for more information about the Fish and Wildlife Division.

These two positions are seasonal research assistants with Delaware's Species Conservation and Research Program. These positions will assist the State Herpetologist with various amphibian and reptile projects. The job responsibilities include conducting surveys for amphibians and reptiles; conducting radio telemetry and trapping; monitoring rare, threatened, and endangered species; identifying, measuring, and marking live animals; and entering field data into Excel and Google Earth databases.

Positions will also assist with other wildlife research projects. Applicants must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as scheduled.

• Conduct fieldwork to collect samples and survey data independently, but under the guidance of a technical superior.
• Process biological samples.
• Utilize and maintain various scientific instruments, boats and all‑terrain vehicles.
• Provide field (e.g., controlled sampling) and/or laboratory support to professional staff involved in research or program development for managing the quality of natural resources.
• Demonstrate responsibility, dependability, professionalism and good communication skills, and interact as a team member with other staff and volunteers.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Other duties as required.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Six months experience in conducting field work to collect samples and survey data.
• Knowledge of using a Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Knowledge of narrative report writing.
• Knowledge of wildlife biology/management or closely related field.
• 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 posted 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.

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 Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

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 as part of the conditional offer of hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.

Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on‑line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab aware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling  or by visiting  You may also call  or email  for additional applicant services support.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.