Wildlife Biological Aide IV- Beach Nesting Birds

Biological Aide

Recruitment #111424-MXGB01-400300

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Introduction

The Beach Nester Project works to monitor and protect bird species of conservation concern nesting on Delaware’s beaches.

Summary Statement

This seasonal position will monitor piping plovers, oystercatchers, and terns. Responsibilities include completing beach surveys, monitoring nests and broods, assisting in trapping and color banding piping plovers; protecting habitat and nests with fencing, signs, predator exclosures and by interacting with the public; coordinating volunteers to provide public outreach; and assisting with other wildlife projects. Daily work requires walking up to 5 miles in sand, carrying equipment, driving trucks, and using a spotting scope to distinguish colored leg bands and flags on distant shorebirds. Other duties include data entry, management, and reporting using GIS, Excel, and Access. Applicant will be required to work irregular hours, weekends, or holidays as necessary.

Essential Functions

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 technical support in studies.
  • Collects field samples and data. 
  • Serves as a liaison with the public, clients, agency staff and others to exchange information and explain agency services, laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Operates and maintains vehicles, boats and sampling equipment.
  • Maintains accurate records and prepares reports.
  • Must demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and good communication skills.
  • Other duties as required.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Wildlife Biological Aide

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
  1. Six months experience in conducting field work to collect environmental samples.
  2. Six months experience in analyzing and evaluating data.
  3. Six months experience in narrative report writing.
  4. Six months experience in standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets or databases.
  5. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Additional Posting Information

This is a seasonal position open from March-December 2025.

This posting may be closed on or before the listed close date 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.

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

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.

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.

Selection Process

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 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

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. 


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