Migratory Bird Program Recruitment # 241219-3492VR-003 Location Franklin, CT Date Opened 12/30/2024 11:45:00 AM Salary $16.35 - $20.00/hour Job Type Seasonal/Summer Close Date 12/31/2025 11:59:00 PM Go Back Apply View Benefits (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) + + + + Introduction Migratory Bird Program + CT DEEP'S Wildlife Division is seeking to hire an Environmental Protection Seasonal Resource Assistant as part of the Migratory Bird program. + Position begins March 21, 2025, and ends in September 2025. Responsibilities include: + Technicians will conduct bird surveys throughout the State, assist with capture of passerines, marshbirds, and waterfowl. Technicians will conduct insect collections across the State and conduct spatial analysis of habitat variables using ArcGIS. Selection Plan Next Step: + If selected for interview, applicants will be contacted by the divisions hiring supervisor anticipated for March/April of 2025. + If offered employment, new-hires must complete all new-hire paperwork prior to their first day of employment. This includes providing a copy of a state issued ID and acceptable documents as required for Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 form). + Employment is contingent upon completion of a background check, which includes a review of employment, criminal and motor vehicle. + DEEP is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment that complies with policies relating to safety, diversity, discrimination, and harassment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment will be required to complete mandatory trainings in the above areas, via an online platform prior to beginning on-site work duties. For questions about the position, please contact Min Huang at Min.Huang@CT.Gov . PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, as a limited duration employee, performs one or more of a variety of tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES + Technicians will conduct bird surveys throughout the State, assist with capture of passerines, marshbirds, and waterfowl. Technicians will conduct insect collections across the State and conduct spatial analysis of habitat variables using ArcGIS. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Ability to follow instructions. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Must have experience conducting bird surveys, experience with trapping birds, ability to conduct spatial analysis in ArcGIS, willingness to work evenings and early mornings, demonstrated ability to work alone at times. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS + Incumbents in this class who are assigned as supervisors of small recreational units will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate. + Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following: + Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license. + Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides. + College training in a specific field. + Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities. + Incumbents performing lifeguard services must have and retain an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification (includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid). An EMT or MRT certification may be substituted for the CPR and First Aid requirements. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS + Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class. + Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online