Scientific Aid

1 week ago

Fresno, California, United States Department of Fish and Wildlife Full time
Job Description and Duties

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a highly motivated Scientific Aid to assist local Environmental Scientists with a range of biological and land management tasks, focusing on special status species and habitat conservation.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist with live-trapping and handling of threatened & endangered animals
  • Deploy and analyze wildlife camera traps and other biological monitoring techniques
  • Support endangered species research projects, data entry and analysis, document preparation, library research, and specimen preparation
  • Perform routine maintenance on Department-owned lands, including trash pick-up, sign posting, and weed control
Working Conditions:

Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions, operate equipment, and walk over uneven terrain carrying a 20 lb. backpack for up to 6 hours. Travel over uneven terrain, up and down steep terrain, long distances by foot in wet and cold weather to hot and dry weather. Occasional overnight travel to reach project locations and willingness to wear a uniform may be required.

Requirements:
  • Ability to use a computer, including familiarity with Microsoft Office software
  • Responsibilities are split between office and fieldwork
Benefits:

The Department of Fish and Wildlife offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Additional benefits include a 401(k) and 457(b) plans, cash in lieu of health and/or dental benefits, and a commute program.

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