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Wildlife Technician-February 2024

Pennsylvania

Feb 11, 2026

About Wildlife Technician

　　Wildlife Technician

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　　Wildlife Technician

　　Salary

　　$23.10 Hourly

　　Location

　　Lebanon County, PA

　　Job Type

　　Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　CS-2024-73599-62100

　　Department

　　Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

　　Division

　　MV Cnsvn

　　Opening Date

　　01/18/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Job Code

　　62100

　　Position Number

　　50574548

　　Union

　　AFSCME

　　Bargaining Unit

　　Pay Group

　　ST05

　　Bureau / Division Code

　　00137401

　　Bureau / Division

　　Bureau of Environmental Management/Conservation Division

　　Worksite Address

　　Bldg 26-151, Fort Indiantown Gap

　　City

　　Annville, Pennsylvania

　　Zip Code

　　17003

　　Contact Name

　　Kara Fallon

　　Contact Phone

　　717-861-8181

　　Contact Email

　　[email protected]

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　THE POSITION

　　Do you like working with wildlife? Do you enjoy working outdoors? Join our award winning, creative, and talented team of natural resource managers working to ensure realistic military and law enforcement training opportunities to local and international organizations. Apply today!!

　　Watch this video (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panationalguard/40381884892/in/album-72157689769595704/) to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　Members of this team are challenged daily by integrating the training demands with truly sustainable ecosystem management practices on the ground. You will work with a multitude of animals and plants found on the property. This is rewarding and fast paced wildlife management work with a focus on aquatic invertebrate species. Candidates in this position require a high level of personal initiative, ability to follow directions, and work independently, as well as in a crew, within general guidelines. A key attribute is the ability to work safely, following strict safety procedures and protocols pertaining to the live-fire training aspect of the facility. Candidates will have the chance to hike in steep, hazardous terrain, and work in inclement weather. There will be the opportunity to travel and work some night and weekend hours. Candidates must have or be willing to obtain Rabies pre-exposure inoculation at or before the start of employment.

　　Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50574548) .

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

　　Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

　　Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, 5 days a pay period in the office. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Annville.

　　Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

　　You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

　　REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

　　Graduation from an Associate Degree Program in Wildlife Management;or

　　Any combination of experience or training which provides the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.

　　Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

　　Necessary Special Requirements:

　　Possession of a valid Pennsylvania motor vehicle operator's license.

　　Other Requirements:

　　You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　Legal Requirements:

　　A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

　　How to Apply:

　　Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

　　If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

　　Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

　　Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

　　Veterans:

　　Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

　　Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

　　711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

　　If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

　　The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

　　EXAMINATION INFORMATION

　　Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

　　Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

　　Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

　　You must provide complete and accurate information or:

　　your score may be lower than deserved.

　　you may be disqualified.

　　You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

　　Your results will be provided via email.

　　Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

　　Health & Wellness

　　We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

　　Compensation & Financial Planning

　　We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

　　Work/Life Balance

　　We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

　　Values and Culture

　　We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

　　Employee Perks

　　Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

　　For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

　　*Eligibility rules apply.

　　Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?

　　Yes

　　If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

　　How many years of full-time experience in wildlife management do you possess?

　　2 years or more

　　1 but less than 2 years

　　Less than 1 year

　　None

　　Have you completed an associate's degree or higher in Wildlife Management or are you within three months of completing an associate's degree or higher in Wildlife Management?

　　If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted

　　If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation.? For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

　　Yes

　　How much college coursework in the fields of biology, ecology, and related areas have you completed in ecology, applied ecology, ornithology, mammalogy, genetics, animal behavior, field ecology, dendrology, wildlife population analysis, entomology, habitat analysis, or plant systematics? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

　　60 credits or more

　　30 but less than 60 credits

　　Less than 30 credits

　　None

　　You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

　　All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

　　Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

　　If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

　　Yes

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – RESEARCH AND SURVEYS

　　Conducts field research on invertebrate taxa and associated habitats such as stream surveys for aquatic macroinvertebrates, transects/points to survey for invertebrates, trap surveys for invasive pest invertebrates, and invertebrate husbandry. Conducts vegetation surveys that characterize habitat structure and quality. Uses data loggers, GPS/GIS, and various measuring devices to help identify how the invertebrate wildlife interact in their habitat.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience conducting field research on invertebrate taxa and associated habitats such as stream surveys for aquatic macroinvertebrates, transects/points to survey for invertebrates, trap surveys for invasive pest invertebrates, and invertebrate husbandry. I also have experience conducting vegetation surveys that characterize habitat structure and quality. I conducted field research USING DATA LOGGERS OR GPS/GIS to help identify how wildlife interacts in their habitat.

　　B. I have experience conducting field research on invertebrate taxa and associated habitats such as stream surveys for aquatic macroinvertebrates, transects/points to survey for invertebrates, trap surveys for invasive pest invertebrates, and invertebrate husbandry. I also have experience conducting vegetation surveys that characterize habitat structure and quality. I conducted research and surveys WITHOUT THE USE OF DATA LOGGERS OR GPS/GIS.

　　C. I have experience conducting wildlife management research not related to invertebrates and associated habitats.

　　D. I have completed college-level coursework or training related to this work behavior such as Wildlife Conservation, Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Studies.

　　E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

　　In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

　　The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

　　The type(s) of research and surveys you conducted.

　　The methods/tools/measuring devices you used to conduct research and surveys.

　　If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

　　College/University

　　Course Title(s)

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 2- DATA COLLECTION

　　Collects, enters, and analyzes qualitative and quantitative biological data using GPS/GIS and data recorders. Prepares field and season reports regarding the health of wildlife populations and success of land management practices.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience collecting, entering and analyzing qualitative and quantitative biological data using GPS/GIS and data recorders, and I have prepared field and season reports regarding the health of wildlife populations and success of land management practices.

　　B. I have experience collecting and entering qualitative and quantitative biological data using GPS/GIS and data recorders. I DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE ANALYZING THIS DATA.

　　C. I have completed college-level coursework OR training related to this work behavior such as Introduction to Wildlife Population, GIS Software, Wildlife Management, Statistics or Biological Statistics.

　　D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

　　The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

　　The type(s) of data you collected and analyzed.

　　College/University

　　Course Title(s)

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – HABITAT IMPROVEMENT AND LAND MANAGEMENT

　　Implements habitat improvement and utilizes land management techniques such as grassland restoration, invasive plant species control, erosion control, vegetation management, GPS/GIS data collection, prescribed fire, and basic conservation practices to ensure the healthiest and most biodiverse habitat and ecosystem.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience implementing habitat improvement and utilizing land management techniques such as grassland restoration, invasive plant species control, erosion control, vegetation management, GPS/GIS data collection, prescribed fire, and basic conservation practices to ensure the healthiest and most biodiverse habitat and ecosystem.

　　B. I have experience implementing habitat improvement and utilizing land management techniques such as grassland restoration, invasive plant species control, erosion control, vegetation management, GPS/GIS data collection, and basic conservation practices to ensure the healthiest and most biodiverse habitat and ecosystem. I DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE IMPLEMENTING PRESCRIBED FIRE AS A LAND MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUE.

　　C. I have completed college-level coursework OR training related to this work behavior such as Conservation and Land Management, Wildland Fire, Introduction to Ecosystems or Prescribed Fire Studies.

　　D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

　　The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

　　The type(s) of habitat improvement or land management techniques you implemented.

　　College/University

　　Course Title(s)

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

　　Address

　　613 North Street

　　Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

　　Website

　　http://www.employment.pa.gov

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