STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Franklin Swamp Wildlife Management Area

Migratory Bird Program

Recruitment #231121-3492VR-001

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Introduction


CT DEEP'S WILDLIFE DIVISION IS SEEKING TO HIRE AN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SEASONAL RESOURCE ASSISTANT TO TRAP AND BAND WATERFOWL AT BOTH THE FRANKLIN SWAMP WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA IN NORTH FRANKLIN, CONNECTICUT AND STATEWIDE AS PART OF THE MIGRATORY BIRD PROGRAM.

THIS POSITION RUNS FROM JANUARY 2024 UNTIL MARCH 2024 AND NO MORE THAN 1,040 HOURS IN DURATION.

GO HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CT DEEP, THE WILDLIFE DIVISION AND THE MIGRATORY BIRD PROGRAM.

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Selection Plan

1. Complete a Master Application and directly apply to this recruitment.

2. Ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut.

3. Regularly check your email for notifications (be sure to check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error).

4. For questions about the position, please contact Min Huang at Min.Huang@ct.gov or (860) 418-5959.

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

Setting up, baiting, and trapping waterfowl statewide.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Ability to follow instructions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • College degree in biological sciences or coursework in wildlife management or a related field;
  • Experience working in a related field;
  • Experience handling waterfowl;
  • Experience conducting field work and collecting biological information;
  • Experience working independently and cooperatively with others;
  • Willingness to work long hours in field, day or night as program needs dictate.

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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