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4/13/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-01476

Fish and Wildlife Technician II

Pay Grade

10

Salary

$29,513.28 - $44,270.88 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location

1 Sportsmans Lane
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

Do you like working outdoors? Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth’s fish and wildlife resources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoors by fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky?


Join us in the exciting, innovative and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)!


The Fish and Wildlife Technician II position provides critical support to the Program Coordinator and biologist in the Streams Investigations Branch. Assist with fish population sampling, maintain the equipment required for sampling activities, and support data compilation and organization. Proper sampling is vital in making management recommendations for streams and rivers in Kentucky.


Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist biologist(s) with field data collections using standardized fisheries methods and appropriate gear types.
• Operate and maintain all project equipment including boats, trailers, vehicles, trap nets, hoop nets, gill nets, trot lines and other sampling equipment and prepares for field use.
• Assist in design and fabrication of equipment as needed.
• Perform data entry and results compilations.
• Assist other fisheries staff with population studies, habitat improvement work, fish harvest and fish transport.
• Initiate purchases as directed by following state and agency policies and procedures. Assist in
• Maintain project inventories.
• Interact professionally with the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 37.50 hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
• Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation) plus Paid Holidays
• Overtime or Compensatory Time
• Affordable Health Insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness Incentives Program
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee Discounts on electronics, health & wellness, retail, travel/events/entertainment/services/education

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have one year of fishery, wildlife or habitat management/development experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional related training will substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in fisheries, wildlife or habitat management/development will substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Travel, extreme weather conditions, heavy equipment and wildlife may pose hazards.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jason Herrala at jason.herrala@ky.gov.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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