Wildlife Management - Habitat Program WHAMM

Introduction

The Wetlands Habitat and Mosquito Management (WHAMM) program of the Wildlife Habitat Unit has statewide responsibility to conduct mosquito control activities in coastal and inland sites, applies herbicides to control invasive plants, operates light and heavy equipment in wetland environments, and assists in management activities on state wildlife areas. This position will work primarily with the Wetland Habitat and Mosquito Management (WHAMM) Program at its Franklin location but will assist others in the Wildlife Habitat Unit as needed.

WHAMM Seasonal Resource Assistant

• Approximately 6 months in duration not exceeding 1,030 hours total.

Selection Plan

1. Complete a Master Application and directly apply to this recruitment.

2. Ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut.

3. Regularly check your email for notifications (be sure to check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error).

4. For questions about the position, please contact Roger Wolfe at Roger.Wolfe@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, as a limited duration employee, performs one or more of a variety of tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

WHAMM SEASONAL RESOURCE ASSISTANT

Field work may include:

• Collecting baseline data to assist in making ecological restoration decisions;
• Preparing permit applications;
• Assisting staff in inspecting wetlands for mosquitoes and invasive plants;
• Mixing and applying pesticides to control as needed;
• Researching (on line and state or town records) relevant technical studies and historic land use records related to wetlands and their use;
• Assisting in wetland vegetation surveys, elevational surveys, and other wetland assessments.
• Performing basic clerical duties.

Must be at least 18 years old, have a valid driver's license and willing to obtain the required Connecticut Pesticide Junior Operator’s license (training and exam provided at no cost).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Ability to follow instructions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL);
• Experience with using and maintaining machinery and power equipment such as deck mowers, chain saws, brush cutters, tractors, and medium-duty vehicles;
• Experience in carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repairs, grounds maintenance, trailer towing, and boat handling; 
• Experience operating construction equipment (light and heavy duty trucks, dozers, excavators);
• Connecticut boating certificate;
• Experience using computers and Microsoft Office Suite.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class who are assigned as supervisors of small recreational units will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate. 
• Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:
  • Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license. 
  • Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides. 
  • College training in a specific field. 
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities. 
• Incumbents performing lifeguard services must have and retain an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification (includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid). An EMT or MRT certification may be substituted for the CPR and First Aid requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.
• Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.