Fish And Wildlife Technician

The incumbent, under supervision, will conduct and support field work for the California Recreational Fisheries Survey (CRFS). Field duties include interviewing recreational anglers at beaches, on piers, at launch ramps, as well as out at sea onboard commercial passenger fishing vessels (CPFV's). Work occurs primarily during daylight hours according to a monthly sampling schedule that includes work on weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Catch is identified to the species level and biological data such as lengths and weights are obtained. Additional responsibilities include assisting the lead in supporting and training seasonal field staff, recording and reviewing CRFS field data, using basic computer applications to enter data into electronic databases and compile reports, and conducting public outreach. Other duties are as required. Desirable skills and knowledge: willingness to work weekends and holidays, willingness to work in all weather conditions, ability to work at sea, ability to work independently, desire to interact with the public, knowledge of marine ecology and/or fisheries, ability to lift 40 pounds, knowledge of computer applications such as Word and Excel, ability to perform detail oriented work and accurately complete complex data sheets. NO STATE HOUSING IS AVAILABLE.

This position is subject to Post and Bid but all eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to Department of Fish and Wildlife employees currently in the Fish and Wildlife Technician classification. If a bid is not awarded, other eligible applicants will be considered. List position number on your application under Job Title(s) for which you are applying. Please call for duty statement. Submit one application per position you are applying. Open to all candidates eligible for appointment to the classification.

Please note: Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applications will be forwarded to the State Personnel Board for review and the applicant's name may be removed from the eligibility list.

"The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation."

RPA # MR 15-004