Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources
Location
Murray, KY
Description
Do you love working outdoors in the woods or on the water? Do you want a career where each day brings something different?
This interim position performs beginning level technical work in the fisheries department as the creel clerk for the Western Fisheries District. Join us in the exciting, innovative, and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)!
This is an interim position. An interim position means a position is established to address a one-time or recurring need of less than (9) months duration and exempt from the classified service under KRS 18A.115. Our Fish and Wildlife Technician I’s are eligible for paid leave, paid holidays, and employee discounts.
The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong work ethic, work well individually and with a team, be a self- starter as well as be adaptable and flexible.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Independently interviews anglers to collect catch and harvest data.
- Independently interviews anglers to collect opinions and attitudes on sport fisheries at regional lakes and waterways.
- Independently records data through use of an Ipad. Compiles data as directed.
- Frequent evening, night, and weekend work is required
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in fisheries or wildlife management will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license for the length of employment
Working Conditions
A majority of time may be spent working outside in inclement weather. Will be exposed to insects, snakes, and other harmful animals. Employees in this class will be required to operate various types of equipment used for general building maintenance and lawn maintenance. Incumbent must be able to bend, stoop, climb, crawl, and walk.
How to apply
Interested candidates must apply at the following web link (https://kypersonnelcabinet.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=65718&site=2) and click Apply Now. In addition, email Nick.Simpson@ky.gov to notify that you have applied for this position.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: From $13.36 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person