LDWF Inland Fisheries, District 2 is seeking to hire a Technician A-C responsible for activities associated with freshwater sport fish field sampling and/or data collecting from field projects as assigned. This position also assists with collecting biological and environmental data using appropriate equipment including seines, plankton nets, gill and hoop nets, electro-fishing gear, and other scientific gear. This position collects fishery-dependent survey data and works to maintain Bussey Brake WMA. This position is domiciled in Monroe, Louisiana.

No experience or training is required.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• This Technician position functions to perform limited freshwater fish sampling and monitoring of freshwater aquatic habitat across a large geographical region in Northeast Louisiana and is domiciled in Monroe, Louisiana. General supervision is received from a Biologist Supervisor.

• Moderate to strenuous physical exertion is required for such activities as lifting objects over 50 pounds, and working out of boats in inclement weather. Some overnight travel may be required.

• This position participates in a fisheries sampling crew. Responsibilities include conducting various fish sampling methods using multiple gear-types. Conducts boat/equipment maintenance along with actions that support research and development projects for public water bodies. Duties also include collection of biological fisheries and aquatic data for research projects used by the Department in the formulation of management plans.

• This position includes operating and maintaining high pressure spray pumps, boats, winches, trailers, navigational equipment, motor vehicles and power tools. This incumbent assists with general maintenance of buildings and grounds, including general upkeep of Bussey Brake WMA, and assists in major facility renovations, including general carpentry. May operate machinery and heavy equipment including but not limited to: tractors equipped with front-end loaders, zero-turn mowers, and ATV's. Performs minor duties involving Monroe Hatchery grounds, when directed by Hatchery staff. Performs minor repairs to parking area, ramp, or piers.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational Appointment, Job Appointment, Detail to Special Duty, Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency wide permanent status employees)

Career Progression: This position does participate in a Career Progression Group

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience

Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected. If filled as a Job Appointment, there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a Probational Appointment should funding become available.

Location: This position will be domiciled in Monroe, Ouachita Parish Louisiana.

The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide.

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge, LA 70898
Pascha Turner

Pturner@wlf.la.gov