Fish and Wildlife Seasonal Aid

Final Filing Date: 10/3/2024

Please apply for this job at the CalCareers link provided in the description below. Applications not submitted via CalCareers will not be considered.

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Job Description and Duties

Habitat Management: Operate equipment used in the maintenance and enhancement of habitat areas on the YBWA, including spray and mowing equipment utilized for weed and invasive species control purposes. Use seeders, tillers, discs, and other implements; and monitor water to accomplish habitat management goals. Safely operate and maintain power tools, small farm tractors, and farming implements. Answer questions from the general public. Hunter Check Station: Provide operational assistance for the hunter check station which includes opening of gates, issuing daily access permits, providing information about the YBWA (such as driving directions, hunt program regulations, and procedures), and identifying and documenting waterfowl and upland game birds. Professionally represent the California Department of Fish and Wildlife during hunting season and throughout the year. Wildlife Area Support: Assist with maintenance activities on the YBWA Complex which includes posting a variety of regulatory signs for hunting and other public uses in fields and wetlands via truck, boat, or on foot. Assist permanent staff with projects including water control structure replacement, cleaning irrigation ditches, and planting food crops for wildlife. Assist with collecting trash, mowing of lawns, repairing wildlife area boundary fences, replacing boundary signs, painting buildings, washing vehicles and tractors as needed, and assisting other staff with minor repairs and servicing of farming equipment. Open and close entrance gate on various schedules including sunrise and sunset. Perform administrative tasks, including tracking of time worked; attend career development and training programs and seminars as appropriate to contribute to the achievement of Region 3’s goals and objectives.

The Fish and Wildlife Seasonal Aid classification is a non-testing classification.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Work unusual hours in a hunter check station from September through January, including holidays and weekends for portions of the year. Will be expected to work in inclement weather, on uneven terrain, and lift and carry 40 pounds. Must possess a valid driver’s license, be able to operate a motor vehicle or equipment, and be prepared to travel using a State vehicle. This position is located at the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area in Davis, California.

This position qualifies for

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FISH AND WILDLIFE SEASONAL AID

Final Filing Date: 10/3/2024

Please apply for this job at the CalCareers link provided in the description below. Applications not submitted via CalCareers will not be considered.

WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS THROUGH INDEED, SEE BELOW INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY:

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Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $17.73 - $19.35 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19