Agency
Name:
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Mass. Dept. of Fish and Game
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Official
Title:
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Wildlife Technician III
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Functional
Title:
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Western District Wildlife Technician
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Full-Time
or Part-Time:
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Full-Time
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Salary
Range:
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$40,539.72 to $55,239.60 Annually
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Bargaining
Unit:
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02
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Shift:
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Day
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Number
Of Vacancies:
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1
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City/Town:
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Dalton
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Facility
Location:
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Division of Fisheries & Wildlife,
Western District Office, 88 Old Windsor
Road, Dalton, MA 01226
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Application
Deadline:
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08-25-2015
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Apply
Online:
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No
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Posting
ID:
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J49280
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This position is funded from the
Commonwealth's annual operating budget.
The
Department of Fish and Game, Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, seeks
qualified applicants for the position of Wildlife Technician.
The Wildlife Technician (Wildlife Technician III) assists biologists and
scientists by performing a variety of tasks associated with fisheries and
wildlife management, data collection, habitat management, wildlife-related
public recreation, public access to state-owned conservation lands, equipment
operation and maintenance, education, licensing, law enforcement and public
relations.
The basic purpose of this work is to contribute to the protection and
management of the state’s diversity of plants and animals, their habitats, and
the public’s ability to access and enjoy wildlife resources. The Wildlife
Technician is assigned to the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife’s Western
District Office in Dalton, MA.
Under the direction of the District Manager, Wildlife and Aquatic Biologists,
the Wildlife Technician III:
Assists District Manager and Biologists in coordination of District activities.
Prioritizes, manages and supervises assigned projects.
Provides functional direction to Wildlife Technician I & II, students,
volunteers and/or other employees of a lower grade through advice, work
assignments, instruction, and review. Incumbents may participate in the
training and mentoring of new employees.
Collects various environmental and biological data, including conducting
surveys and census information.
Compiles, organizes and enters data into database, and performs basic
statistical functions for analysis by Biologists. Prepare summaries of data for
others’ use in fish and wildlife population monitoring and management. Assists
others in compliance determinations, monitoring, and conservation efforts;
assist in various projects, performing activities such as population
monitoring, tagging and banding.
Perform field investigations to determine compliance with conditions of
environmental permits
Maintains, performs minor repairs, and set-up power equipment and apparatus for
collection of samples/data; operate a variety of hand and power tools and
equipment (e.g., chain saws, motors, pumps, nets, etc.).
Provide support and supervise the construction and repair of nesting
structures. Assists as needed in maintaining and enhancing habitats by
constructing and repairing nesting structures and using a variety of equipment,
including brush cutters, backhoes and bulldozers, to preserve and protect the state’s
natural resources while promoting a well-rounded and diverse community of
plants and animals.
Handles animal complaints by providing technical assistance by telephone or by
making site visits and intervening in the best interest of the public and the
resource.
Serves as a resource for the public regarding wildlife issues or questions;
educate, inform, and address the public’s concerns regarding interpretation of
rules and regulations; lead tours of facilities; and coordinate volunteers to
help build awareness of conservation and protection and to promote the state’s
wildlife and natural resources. Assist in preparation of public information and
education and participate in its dissemination.
Transports and distributes fish and game (i.e., pheasants, quail, hare, and
hatchery raised fish) to provide the public with hunting, fishing, and wildlife
viewing recreational opportunities.
Performs routine preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment; and
perform general maintenance activities for buildings and grounds to contribute
to the safety, effectiveness, and lifespan of the equipment or facilities; Performs
related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Applicants must have
at least (A) 3 years of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience in work
associated with fish or game management, of which (B) at least one year must
have been in a supervisory or professional capacity.
Substitutions: I. A Bachelor’s degree
with a major in fisheries or wildlife technology, fisheries or wildlife
management, or fisheries, marine or wildlife biology or a related field may be
substituted for 2 years of the required non-supervisory experience.
II. A Master’s degree with a major in fisheries or wildlife technology,
fisheries or wildlife management or fisheries or wildlife biology may be
substituted for an additional year of the (A) non-supervisory experience.
Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s
license at a class level specific to assignment.
Preferred Qualifications: While performing
these duties, Wildlife Technicians are regularly required to stand and walk for
long periods of time, bend, handle materials and tools or equipment, and reach
with hands and/or arms. Incumbents are occasionally required to sit, climb, balance,
stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Incumbents must occasionally lift, carry, push,
or pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance and with or without the use
of devices and/or equipment to assist in the lifting effort.
Knowledge of basic principles and techniques of fisheries and wildlife biology.
General working knowledge of all division programs.
Ability to convey complex concepts of fisheries and wildlife management to the
general public
Knowledge of hunting and fishing rules and regulations of the state.
Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to perform basic mathematical formulas to analyze data.
Basic understanding of routine operations of Fisheries and Wildlife Districts
and Hatcheries.
Ability to supervise employees.
Ability to operate heavy equipment, boats, and motors and use hand and power
tools.
Ability to use a computer to enter data and produce written documents.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Incumbents are required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s
license at a class level specific to assignment.
How To Apply: Interested persons
should respond in writing, accompanied by a resume, cover letter, and a
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application for Employment, no later than 5:00
p.m. on the closing date to:
Johanna Zabriskie, Director of Human Resources, Department of Fish and Game
251 Causeway Street, Suite 400, Boston, MA 02114
Resumes will not be considered without an application. Applications are
available on the Department of Fish and Game website at mass.gov/DFG under
Employment Opportunities. You may also request an application be sent to you.
Please reference the Posting ID on all correspondence. Please submit a separate
resume and cover letter if applying for multiple job postings.
The Department of Fish and Game, is an affirmative action employer. This
document is available in other formats to accommodate the needs of individuals
with disabilities.
The
Commonwealth acts in good faith to affirmatively recruit a diverse population. If
you wish to self-identify, please click on the links below. Completing this
form is voluntary. If you choose to self-identify, please note that all
Affirmative Action and Disability data is kept in a confidential file.
Diversity Officer/ADA Coordinator: Johanna Zabriskie,
617-626-1599
An
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans,
and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
