Fish and Wildlife Technician
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Job Description and Duties
Are you looking for a position working with wetlands, waterfowl, and uplands while interacting with a diverse group of entities including other state agencies, county governments, Federal agencies, Native American Tribes, the public, and local land owners? The Department of Fish and Wildlife's Bay Delta Region (Region 3, or BDR) is seeking a motivated individual to work as a Fish and Wildlife Technician located in the BDR's office at the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area (YBWA) near Davis, CA. Under the supervision of the YBWA Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor, the Fish and Wildlife Technician will be responsible for conducting day to day management activities on the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area outside of Davis. These activities include operating equipment such as tractors, backhoes, and four wheel drive vehicles. Job duties include discing, mowing, road maintenance, installation and maintenance of water control structures, water management, and the control of invasive species. Employee will interact with the public on a regular basis and act as a lead with the hunter check station during waterfowl season. They will help maintain heavy equipment and vehicles, as well as buildings and small gas and hand powered tools.
This position offers the possibility of an office-centered telework agreement based on the Department's current Telework Policy.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam.
Class Title: Fish and Wildlife Technician/Exam Bulletin
This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.
If you currently have permanent status in your position and have passed probation, you have mandatory reinstatement rights into your former position at the end of this LT appointment. If you have not had prior permanent or probationary civil service status, you will be separated from state service.
During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Incumbent must possess a valid Class C Driver License. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and equipment and be prepared to drive using a State vehicle. If the employee does not have a Qualified Applicator Certification, they must work under one who possesses such certification. Must be able to work in adverse weather including rain, cold, and heat; on unstable terrain; and on weekends (and holidays) and early morning and the evening hours when necessary during certain times of the year. Incumbent must be able to staff the hunter check station during the waterfowl hunting season on weekends, holidays, early morning and late evening shifts, and act as lead for seasonal staff during check station shifts.
The designated headquarters location of this position is the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area in Davis, California.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.