Technician

Open to: General Public

Work Week: Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Up to 900 hours per fiscal year)

Hourly Rate: $18.00/Per Hour

Opening Date: 4/03/2025

Closing Date: 5/8/2025

Existing Vacancies: 2

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Fish and Wildlife

Bureau of Freshwater Fisheries

1 Eldridge Road

Robbinsville, NJ 08691

220 Blue Anchor Road

Sicklerville, NJ 08081

Scope of Eligibility

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description

The Bureau of Freshwater Fisheries conducts annual surveys throughout the state to address a variety of recreational and resource management needs, including response to emerging fisheries issues. These surveys are conducted to satisfy a wide variety of projects, from searching the smallest streams for wild Brook Trout to electrofishing surveys at large lakes to assess populations of fish such as Largemouth Bass, Muskellunge and Walleye. Most surveys are used to monitor populations, classify streams, assess stocking programs, map the distribution of rare native fishes, provide data for potential management or regulatory changes, and to document or control populations of invasive fishes/aquatic plants.

Specific to Position

Duties will include assisting biologists with collection of fisheries data, including but not limited to, electrofishing, trap netting, and seining; maintenance and repair of equipment; and building and grounds maintenance.

Preferred Skill Set

Enrollment in or completion of a college degree program with a concentration in fisheries, natural resource management, environmental science, or biology. Experience in freshwater fisheries research and management. Basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and GIS software. Strong initiative, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Experience in boat operation, fisheries sampling techniques, and fish species identification.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey.

SAME Applicants

If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit SAME Program, email SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.

Veteran's Preference

To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/

Residency

All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.

Authorization to Work

Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.