Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of

　　Title Fish Culturist 1 / Trainee 1 and Trainee 2

　　Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences

　　Salary Grade NS

　　Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

　　Salary Range From $38073 to $55093 Annually

　　Employment Type Full-Time

　　Appointment Type Provisional

　　Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

　　Travel Percentage 25%

　　Workweek Mon-Fri

　　Hours Per Week 40

　　Workday

　　From 8 AM

　　To 4:30 PM

　　Flextime allowed? No

　　Mandatory overtime? No

　　Compressed workweek allowed? No

　　Telecommuting allowed? No

　　County Herkimer

　　Street Address Van Hornesville Fish Hatchery

　　City Van Homesville

　　State NY

　　Zip Code 13475

　　Minimum Qualifications Provisional qualifications:60 college semester credit hours including at least 12 credit hours in fisheries, aquaculture or aquatic sciences, aquatic ecology, limnology, or mariculture.Examples of Non-Qualifying coursework for purposes of this exam include but are not limited to; biology, botany, chemistry, environmental education, environmental studies, dendrology, general ecology, forestry, marine resources, natural resource management, oceanography, ornithology, silviculture, watershed management and zoology.Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DECorReinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.orTransfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 6 or higher and:Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below;55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program:60 college semester credit hours including at least 12 credit hours in fisheries, aquaculture or aquatic sciences, aquatic ecology, limnology, or mariculture.Examples of Non-Qualifying coursework for purposes of this exam include but are not limited to; biology, botany, chemistry, environmental education, environmental studies, dendrology, general ecology, forestry, marine resources, natural resource management, oceanography, ornithology, silviculture, watershed management and zoology

　　Duties Description Incumbent will be responsible for general fish culture and hatchery maintenance duties and may direct the work of hourly employees and volunteers. Under the general supervision of a Fish Culturist 2 or 3, incumbent will maintain and clear raceways and ponds; feed fish; monitor fish health and provide treatments; load, deliver, and stock fish; and participate in egg harvesting, fertilization, and incubation. Incumbent will also maintain and repair physical plant and facility equipment; perform grounds maintenance; participate in public education efforts; perform record keeping and inventory activities; and participate in scientific studies.

　　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 negotiate difficult terrain. Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required. Must obtain a Class B CDL within 6 months of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no air brake restriction. Will be subject to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (OTETA) of 1991, which requires employee testing for drug and alcohol abuse. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

　　Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

　　Name Karen Price

　　Telephone (518) 402-9273

　　Fax (518) 402-9038

　　Email Address [email protected]

　　Address

　　Street 625 Broadway

　　City Albany

　　State NY

　　Zip Code 12233

　　Notes on Applying Please email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Posting #24-148827 on your resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. Provide a copy of your college transcript with your reply. Unofficial copy is acceptable.