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SEASONAL HOURLY

Natural Resources/Insect Conservation Technician

Recruitment #26-002293-0019

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Introduction

One Vacancy ; Full-time
April 22 – Oct 20, 2026, start-date negotiable

GRADE

9998

LOCATION OF POSITION

580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis

Main Purpose of Job

The Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife & Heritage Service is currently accepting applications for a seasonal contractual position to aid in the conservation of rare insects throughout Maryland (including Western MD and the Eastern Shore). This work will primarily be comprised of conducting daytime and nighttime surveys for rare insects and performing restoration work (plantings, invasive removal, etc.) either independently or with the Natural Heritage Entomologist. Duties will also include data entry, GIS mapping, insect collection curation, and revising conservation recommendations. Assigned duties may also depend on the interests or expertise of the technician. Start date is negotiable through May.

This position will be based out of Tawes State Office Building in Annapolis, MD but we will be traveling across the entire state. This work may require weekend or overnight travel. Applicants must be able to use their own vehicle for transportation to field sites in the event a state vehicle is not available. Be aware that field work will include potentially uncomfortable conditions such as exposure to heat, humidity, poison ivy, thorns, mosquitos, and ticks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years of experience performing technical biological work in the field of entomology, biology, botany, forestry, ecology, or a related field. 

Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute a combination of education and experience in entomology, biology, botany, forestry, ecology, or a related field on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Thirty credit hours are considered equivalent to one year of experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science or a related natural resources management field of study.
  • Insect identification skills including the ability to identify one or more of the following groups: butterflies, moths, or dragonflies & damselflies.
  • Prior insect survey experience either professional or personal including the ability to document records and draft reports. Experience with light sheeting, sweep netting, and insect pinning. 
  • Experience with ArcGIS, iNaturalist, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word. 
  • A strong work ethic, the ability to work well both independently and in small teams during the day or night in remote areas with minimal supervision is required. 
  • Ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions in remote locations.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Persons in this position may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile or other motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess the appropriate operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not accept information submitted after this date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all education and experience related to the essential functions and qualifications of this position.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

*Should benefits be available, this information will be discussed at the time of hire

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division. Please note, standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed the following business day. 

If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application before the announcement deadline or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact Adriana Parravano at Adriana.Parravano@maryland.gov. 

Supplemental materials and/or edits to your application will not be accepted once the announcement deadline has passed. Candidates will only be able to submit an application once, so it is extremely important that you are following the application instructions.

Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline, it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions, as a result of technical difficulties, will be accepted.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.


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