California Department of Fish and Wildlife is looking for an energetic person (student would be great) to work on interpretive projects for the Fishing in the City and Classroom Aquarium Education Program. The deadline to apply is November 10, 2017.
The position is exciting as the individual will work on a variety of fun projects, most of them involving electronic media for two award winning programs. Hours are very flexible to work around a student’s schedule. While the position announcement states the job is in Arcata, we are open to applicants in other locations.
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California Department of Fish and Wildlife Seasonal Job Bulletin
Position: Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid Position #: 565-361-0835-905 RPA #: BDR 17-067 Program: Bay Delta Region Location: Arcata, CA County: Humboldt County Salary Range: $12.59 - $14.93 per hour Tenure: Temporary Hours: Part time – 10-20 hours per week Application Deadline: November 10, 2017
Minimum Qualifications:
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, and one of the following: o Education equivalent to completion of 2 years of college with a minimum of 10 semester hours in biological or chemistry sciences, OR o One year of experience in surveying, studying, or evaluating fish or wildlife populations or habitat, or working in a chemistry laboratory.
Duties: Under the supervision of the Bay Delta Region Fish and Wildlife Interpreter III (Interpretive Services Supervisor) and direct lead of the Fishing in the City (FIC) Coordinator, this position will research, develop, and create defined interpretive projects for use in the FIC and/or Classroom Aquarium Education Program (CAEP) programs to promote public understanding of fishery resource management. Position will create interpretive materials for print and electronic distribution. Potential projects may include:
1. Update online fishing guide to lakes in the urban San Francisco Bay Area. 2. Complete Virtual Fishing clinic. 3. Mapping for CAEP release sites with photos that identify ideal release locations. This will identify approved lakes and rivers with information on specific release locations. 4. Creation of post-clinic recreation/interpretive activities (e.g., lawn fishing, art etc.) for adults and children at learn-to-fish events. 5. Creation of a virtual community where teachers can share thoughts, ideas, and issues related to CAEP. 6. Development of tank set-up guide in PowerPoint or video to assist teachers in tank with initial tank set-up.
Desired Knowledge and Abilities:
• Application of practices of natural resource interpretation • Self-motivated, organized, and able to keep accurate records • Ability to use social media, organize information, write copy, locate photographs, design websites, create publications • Background experience with natural resource interpretation or science/wildlife education • Experience working with website, social media, publication design
California Department of Fish and Game SEASONAL JOB BULLETIN
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer offering equal opportunity to all regardless of sex, race, religion, ancestry, disability, or sexual orientation.
How to Apply: Fill out a State Application Form (STD 678), available at with Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid – 565-323-0835-905 & BDR 17-067 listed in the “Job Title(s) for which you are applying” section. A resume and cover letter are encouraged in addition to your application. Mail application package to:
ATTN: Personnel – Hiring California Department of Fish and Wildlife7329 Silverado Trail Napa, CA 94558