American Shad and Sturgeon Projects
Recruitment #180327-3492VR-004
Location |
Old Lyme, CT
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Date Opened | 4/13/2018 2:40:00 PM |
Salary | $11.00 - 14.00 per hour |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 5/31/2018 11:59:00 PM |
DEEP's Environmental Conservation Branch consists of two bureaus. The Bureau of Natural Resources is charged with managing the state’s natural resources (particularly fish, wildlife, and forests) through a program of regulation, management, research, and public education and the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation is charged with the conservation and management of statewide recreation lands and resources through the acquisition of open space and the management of resources, including state parks, to meet the outdoor recreation needs of the public.
The Bureau of Natural Resources, Fisheries Division has a current opportunity for a Seasonal Resource Assistant for the American Shad and Sturgeon Projects. Seasonal Resource Assistants working for the American Shad and Sturgeon Projects conduct a variety of field, laboratory and office work. These positions provide opportunities for practical experience in fisheries monitoring, data collection, and lab processing techniques.
The project location is based out of DEEP Marine Headquarters in Old Lyme, CT, and employees would be expected to drive to Old Lyme each workday for office work or field work.
Salary: Pay rate is $11-14/hr. depending on relevant education and experience. No benefits.
Length of position: anticipated start dates are early to mid-April and early to mid-May.
Duration: anticipated duration is 1030 hours; non-contractual.
Applicants must upload a cover letter and resume with their submission. (Note: In order to upload documents you must ensure that your internet browser's 'pop-up' blocker is off. Failure to do so may prevent you from being able to upload documentation and submit your application.) Questions about these required documents should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: Teresa Munson, teresa.munson@ct.gov, (860)424-3187.
These positions are non-competitive. Open to the public.
Selected candidates must be fluent in English and be at least 18 years old.
Selected candidates must possess and maintain adequate physical flexibility, strength and stamina to perform the duties (including work outside in inclement weather, work outside for extended periods), and work well with other staff and members of the public.
Preferred applicants will be able to work full-time for the full six month duration of the position and have related experience or training.
Other preferred qualifications include:
· actively pursuing or have recently completed a college degree in the biological sciences with coursework in fisheries or a related field; degree is preferred but not required · proficiency in fish identification and use of dichotomous keys
· proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Access proficiency in data entry and quality assurance/control procedures
· experience with fishing, boating, and boat trailering
· experience with field data collection techniques
· experience in fish ageing techniques and protocols
1. Incumbents in these classes who are assigned as patrol persons or supervisors of small recreational units will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate.
2. Incumbents in these classes may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:
a. Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license.
b. Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides.
c. College training in a specific field.
d. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities.
3. Incumbents performing patrol officer functions must currently possess Police Officer Standard Training (POST) certification or be eligible for POST recertification without completing the Basic Training program again (i.e. must be current or retired within two (2) years of last POST certified required employment) or Connecticut State Police (CSP) Academy certification (must be current or retired within two (2) years of last CSP certified required employment). Must pass a seasonal patroller training course as approved by the Connecticut State Police.
4. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must have and retain an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification (includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid). An EMT or MRT certification may be substituted for the CPR and First Aid requirements.
1. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.
2. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.