STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Environmental Protection Seasonal Resource Assistant

Cottontail Rabbit Research Project

Recruitment #230818-3492VR-002

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Introduction


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Two species of cottontail rabbits are found in Connecticut: New England cottontail (Sylvilagus transitionalis) and eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus). Of these two species, only the New England cottontail is native. Eastern cottontails were introduced from other states to bolster cottontail populations in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The New England cottontail relies on young forests and shrublands for its survival, while the eastern cottontail has adapted to a wider variety of habitats.

Once common throughout most of New England and eastern New York, the New England cottontail population has declined. Its historic range has decreased by 85%, mainly due to habitat loss. In 2006, the rabbit was considered for listing under the federal Endangered Species Act.

Wildlife Division staff has been conducting research, monitoring, assessment, and distribution studies for more than a decade throughout Connecticut. The resulting information has helped us create conservation focus areas, and also choose where to create habitat and focus landowner outreach efforts. Data has been obtained through hunter harvests, roadkill collections, live-trapping, radio-telemetry, and fecal pellet sampling.

This seasonal position is approximately 6 months in duration (no more than 1,040 hours), up to 40 hours per week, starts in October and is comprised mostly of field work, with some office work.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
As a Seasonal Resource Assistant with the New England Cottontail Rabbit Restoration Project, you will have the opportunity to:
  • Trap live rabbits;
  • Collect biological data;
  • Transport rabbits to a captive breeding facility;
  • Liaise with private landowners; 
  • Gain valuable life and work experience!
Please see EXAMPLES OF DUTIES section below for more information.

ABOUT DEEP
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.

CONTACT INFORMATION
For technical support regarding the filing of your application in JobAps, please contact Benjamin Beaudry at Benjamin.Beaudry@ct.gov.

Any inquiries regarding the status of your application for this position must be made directly to William Cassidy at William.Cassidy@ct.gov.

             

Selection Plan

IMPORTANT SELECTIONS INFORMATION
  • Selected candidates have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and possess and maintain adequate physical flexibility, strength and stamina to perform the duties (including work outside in inclement weather, work outside for extended periods), and work well with other staff and members of the public.
  • Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.
TO APPLY
  • Complete a Master Application and directly apply to this recruitment.
  • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut.
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOU APPLY
  • The recruitment process may take several months. Due to volume, we are unable to give individual application updates. We encourage applicants to review their application status via their Personal Status Board on JobAps.
  • Please regularly check your email for notifications (be sure to check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.)

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

Job duties will include live-trapping rabbits, collecting biological data, and transporting rabbits to a captive breeding facility; conducting statewide fecal pellet surveys and recording habitat data, as part of a regional monitoring program; recording habitat data at habitat restoration sites, as part of a long-term state monitoring program; data entry and record management; liaison with private landowners; and other duties, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Ability to follow instructions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel;
  • Experience with GIS and GPS navigation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. 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.
  2. Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:
    1. Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license.
    2. Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides.
    3. College training in a specific field.
    4. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities.
  3. 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

1. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.

2. 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.





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