What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wildlife Technician I (Price area) position at UT Division?
Salary: $15.00 per hour
Location: Price, UT 84501
Time frame: May to September 2025
Positions available: 4
Housing: Not provided
Application closing date: March 15, 2025
The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife Resources, has seasonal non-sworn positions (no benefits) available in the Price area. These appointments will last from approximately May to September 2025, with the possibility of extension. Full-time positions are at a 40-hour workweek. Part-time positions are also available.
Job duties
Wildlife technicians will aid in protecting Utah’s waterways by implementing the Utah Aquatic Invasive Species Management Plan. As members of a prevention team, technicians will prevent the spread of quagga and zebra mussels, as well as other aquatic invasive species. Duties include:
- Educating the public about aquatic invasive species and the AIS program
- Interviewing boaters and assessing biological risks
- Inspecting watercraft for aquatic invasive species
- Watercraft decontamination
- Operating and maintaining machinery
- Maintaining a clean environment
- All other duties as assigned
Technicians will travel between Electric Lake and Joes Valley Reservoir.
Job requirements and skills
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver’s license at the time of employment. Applicants must be willing to work a flexible schedule, with weekends and holidays (e.g., Memorial Day, Fourth of July, July 24, Labor Day, etc.) mandatory. Applicants must be self-motivated, honest, able and willing to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions (rain, wind and heat). Applicants should also be able to climb in and underneath vessels.
Applicants must be able to work independently and as a contributing member of a team. Applicants should exhibit problem-solving skills, adaptability, time management and exemplary customer service. Successful applicants will be able to work efficiently while promoting a fun working environment.
Preference may be given to applicants with an understanding of boat types and internal water systems (ballast tanks, live wells, cooling systems, etc.), or who are pursuing a degree in biology, fisheries, natural resources or criminal justice. Basic mechanical aptitude is helpful.
Applications
Interested applicants may apply by submitting a cover letter and resume with references to:
April Latham
Utah Division of Law Enforcement
alatham@utah.gov
For more information, contact April Latham at 435-299-9562.
ADA information
DNR complies with the ADA. Hearing-impaired employees who wish for further information regarding this announcement may call the DNR TTY number at 801-538-7458. Disabled employees who desire reasonable accommodation in the interview process should contact the DNR Human Resources Office at 385-315-2834.
All applicants will be expected to uphold the Division’s values of integrity, professionalism, accountability, teamwork and cooperation. The behaviors they embrace should set an example of professional and personal respect. Employees are expected to actively promote a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, as well as make good faith efforts to understand people as unique individuals with diverse life experiences, challenges and opportunities.
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