Environmental Control Technician III- Gamebird Biological Aide IV

Delaware’s Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) is responsible for managing and conserving the quality and diversity of Delaware’s wildlife and publicly owned wildlife habitat. The Delaware DFW waterfowl and migratory gamebird program manages the ducks, geese, swans, doves, and other migratory gamebirds of Delaware. This is accomplished by monitoring harvest, collecting biological data, collaborating on annual banding and telemetry research, and representing Delaware’s wildlife interests in science‑based forums with neighboring states as part of the Atlantic Flyway Council Technical Section.

This seasonal research assistant position with Delaware’s Species Conservation and Research Program will assist the State Waterfowl and Migratory Gamebird Biologist with waterfowl and migratory gamebird projects while also acting as the leader for the purposes of directing the fieldwork activities of the program‑associated Bio Aide III and any volunteers. The position is year‑round and no housing will be provided. Responsibilities include conducting surveys for gamebirds, capturing, banding, identifying, and marking live animals, entering data into Excel and Access databases, and coordinating with Atlantic Flyway Council Technical Section members and partnered staff on collaborative research projects.

Assistance with other projects (e.g., deer, turkey, and non‑game birds) will also be required occasionally.

• 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 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 environmental or ecological samples and survey data.
• Six months experience in analyzing and evaluating data.
• Six months experience in math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, or decimals.
• Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Six months experience in narrative report writing.
• Six months experience in 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 posted closing date upon filling the vacant position(s). It is a casual/seasonal position that is non‑pension eligible and does not provide healthcare 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 participates in the Federal E‑Verify system. A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment.

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements. Complete and accurate information on your application and questionnaire is essential. After submitting your application online, all future correspondence will be sent via email.

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 (800) 232‑5470 or by visiting  You may also call (302) 739‑5458 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.