Fish & Wildlife Seasonal Fisheries Technician I - Temporary

How to Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and at least two references to Bret Ladago. Interviews will be conducted until the position is filled. 

Overview

Responsibilities: The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department announces an exciting opportunity to work with fish in the Green Mountain State! This position is based out of Roxbury and will assist the district fisheries biologist to help with trout stocking, electrofishing surveys, fish habitat work, water temperature monitoring and fish community monitoring. A successful candidate will be expected to work as part of a team and independently after training. This position will require working outdoors sometimes under adverse weather conditions.

 

Start date: April 21, 2025 (flexible) End Date: October 31, 2025 (flexible).

Minimum Requirements

Associate degree or higher in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) field, OR a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of work experience in a natural resources field. A successful candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, is familiar with scientific data collection and will interact courteously with the public. A valid driver’s license and the ability to lift at least 50lbs are required. 

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.