Job Description
Introduction Environmental Protection Seasonal Resource Assistant - Up to 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
Responsibilities include: - Live-trapping rabbits, collecting biological data and transporting rabbits to a captive breeding facility;
- Conducting statewide fecal pellet surveys and recording habitat data as part of a regional monitoring program;
- Recording habitat data at habitat restoration sites as part of a long-term state monitoring program;
- Data entry and record management;
- Serving as liaison with private landowners; and
- Performing related duties as required.
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 William Cassidy at William.Cassidy@CT.Gov.
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.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Ability to follow instructions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience with communication and organizational skills;
- Experience working in Microsoft Word and Excel;
- Experience with GIS and GPS navigation; and
- Willingness to work outdoors in winter or inclement conditions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - 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.
- Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:
- Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license.
- Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides.
- College training in a specific field.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities.
- 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 - Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.
- 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.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
Job Tags
Seasonal work, Outdoor, Monday to Friday,