Temporary Conservation Technician II
State of Nebraska

Description
This advertisement is for a temporary position that is expected to last until August 14, 2022.

For more info: Kristopher Stahr (402) 471-7602

Note: Housing will be provided at Ash Hollow State Historical Park
Examples of Work
Conduct watercraft inspections on assigned waterbodies and if necessary complete boat decontaminations as part of the statewide Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program. Sample assigned waterbodies for Zebra Mussel early detection. Educate the public to prevent both the spread and introduction of AIS. Assist the AIS Program Manager with AIS detection surveys, AIS sample collections and conduct control treatments. Assist the AIS Program Manager in sampling waterbodies for aquatic plants. May assist Fisheries Division staff with field collections of fish community data (including use of boat electrofishing, trap nets, gill nets and seines), aquatic habitat assessments, and angler use data from reservoirs and lakes in Nebraska. Assist with equipment maintenance, outdoor education programs, and other related responsibilities as assigned by the AIS Program Manager. This position will require weekend and holiday work, and work in adverse weather conditions.
Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: 15 semester hours or the equivalent of post high school coursework/training in fisheries management, wildlife management, natural resources and/or biology and 12 months experience in wildlife, recreation or fisheries management.

OTHER: Valid driver's license required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of aquatic ecology, fisheries management and/or aquatic invasive species. Good communication and public speaking skills; ability to maintain simple records and complete surveys on a tablet; ability to operate hand and power tools (heated power sprayers); ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator License if needed; ability to operate a pickup with trailer as well as a motor boat.