Start date: After September 1, 2025

Work Days/Hours:  Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Bargaining Unit: OSU-CSEA

Minimum Qualifications: 30 semester credit hours, including 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources or wildlife management; mariculture; marine biology; aquaculture; aquatic, marine or terrestrial ecology; zoology; marine technology; botany; limnology; hydrology; or oceanography.

Duties Description: Sample for anadromous fish species including Atlantic sturgeon, Striped bass, American shad, river herring, and American eel in the Hudson River. Process fish in field setting (e.g. length, weight, scale samples, tagging) and laboratory. Enter and check data required for coast wide fisheries management. Maintain instruments and gear for fish sampling. Sampling involves using large nets, seines and electrofishing, and requires strenuous pulling, ability to lift 50 lbs, and maneuverability in/out of boats and around aquatic environments. Experience with data entry, fish handling, and equipment maintenance is needed. Preferred qualifications include a background in marine fisheries, familiarity with large fishing gears, outboard boat operation, and fish ID/specimen preparation. NYS boating certificate is helpful but not necessary, as certification training can be provided. One position will be filled and is expected to begin on or after 9/1/2025 and will continue as long as funding is available. Duration of the position will be discussed at the interview.

Additional Comments: Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. The position will have early start times and late workday end times.

This is a seasonal, hourly appointment with an anticipated end date of 3/31/2026. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.