Seasonal Wildlife Biological Aide

This position is a seasonal research assistant position with Delaware's Species Conservation and Research Program. This position will assist the State Herpetologist with various amphibian and reptile projects. The job responsibilities include conducting surveys for amphibians and reptiles; population monitoring of rare, threatened, and endangered species; conducting radio telemetry and trapping; identifying, measuring, and marking live animals; and managing databases in Excel, Access, and ArcGIS.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.  Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Conducts fieldwork to collect samples and survey data independently, but under the guidance of a technical superior.
• Processes biological samples.
• Utilizes and maintains various scientific instruments, boats and all-terrain vehicles.
• Provides 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.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability, professionalism and good communication skills, and interact as a team member with other staff and volunteers.
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Other duties as required.

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training. Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Must be at least 18 years old.
2. Six months experience in conducting field work to collect samples and survey data.
3. Knowledge of using a Geographic Information System (GIS).
4. Knowledge of narrative report writing.
5. Knowledge of Wildlife biology/management or closely related field. 
6. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This posting may be closed on or before 04/05/19 upon filling the vacant positions.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

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 the 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 at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.