Wildlife Biological Aide II

 

 

 

 

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.  

 

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This position is responsible for measuring antlers from white-tailed deer harvested in Delaware using the Boone & Crockett Club (B&C) measuring system from entries submitted by hunters and the public.  The measurer will provide copies of score sheets to respective hunters and assist them with entering trophy racks into national record book programs when appropriate. The position will also maintain and update a database with final scores produced from the measurements according to rank and weapon type.  These data will be provided to Division of Fish & Wildlife biologists/administrators and website managers upon request along with the public according to DNREC/Fish & Wildlife policy. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as scheduled. Other duties include assisting staff biologists with biological data collection at deer check stations.

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 of age.
2. Six months experience in conducting field work to collect samples and survey data.
3. Knowledge of narrative report writing.
4. Knowledge of Wildlife biology/management or closely related field.
5. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This posting may be closed on or before 7/23/2021 upon filling the vacant position(s).

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

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.

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.

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 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.