Biological Aide ll- Bats

 

The Wildlife Section oversees hunting, hunting seasons and other game-related programs, as well as key wildlife and habitat conservation and education initiatives like the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program and the Delaware Shorebird Monitoring Project, among many others.

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Position's primary responsibilities include educating visitors to Fort Delaware on the importance of bats, the effect of White-nose Syndrome on bats and what people can do to help protect bats. Position will include escorting organized groups such as school and scout groups, as well as general fort visitors, through parts of the fort where bats hibernate while ensuring that park visitors are aware of rules and guidelines. Position will also be responsible for maintaining decontamination equipment and keeping decontamination stations clean and well- stocked as well as maintaining records and reports detailing daily activities. Other duties may include assisting park visitors and helping with other wildlife projects, including deployment of bat acoustic equipment, assisting with Delmarva fox squirrel projects, and managing calls from the public regarding bats. From Memorial Day to Labor Day hours will be Wednesday-Sunday and holidays. Individual will work under various field and weather conditions (biting insects, hot and cold conditions, and long hours) and work around boats and water.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

·       Provides field and/or laboratory support to professional staff involved in research or program development for managing the quality of natural resources Processes biological samples

·       Assists in laboratory work requiring use of microscopes, digital imaging software, and other lab equipment.

·       Operates and maintains sampling equipment.

·       Assists in data entry.

·       Maintains records and reports detailing daily activities.

·       Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.

·       Maintains a positive attitude.

·       Other duties as assigned.

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Biological Aide II

1.     Must be at least 18 years of age.

2.     Knowledge of biological field sampling.

3.    Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This posting may be closed on or before 5/17/2023 upon filling the vacant position(s).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at Delaware State Jobs.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.