Fall Noncareer Wildlife Assistant - St. Clair FlatsPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4630207) ApplyFall Noncareer Wildlife Assistant - St. Clair FlatsSalary$19.78 HourlyLocation St. Clair, MIJob TypeNon CareerJob Number7501-24-WILD-136DepartmentNatural ResourcesOpening Date08/22/2024Closing Date8/29/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining UnitMICHIGAN STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (MSEA)
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Job DescriptionThe primary focus will be assisting with the collection of biological data through deer and waterfowl check station activities and assisting with waterfowl hunter lottery hunt draws. As time permits may assist with the development and maintenance of wildlife habitat on Wildlife areas. May assist as needed with other management unit responsibilities, including wildlife surveys, nuisance animal control, and general office duties.Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/WLDLASTEA71RWaterfowlSE.pdf) Required Education and ExperienceEducationEducational level typically acquired through completion of high school.ExperienceWildlife Assistant 6No specific type or amount is required.Alternate Education and ExperienceWildlife Assistant 6Completion of vocational training that included practical experience in the operation of heavy equipment may be substituted for six months of experience at the Wildlife Assistant 6.Additional Requirements and InformationPlease attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. Some positions within this class series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the commercial driver's license issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.Some positions within this class series are assigned job duties that may require possession of a commercial Pesticide Applicators license.View the the job specification at:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/WildlifeAssistant129857.pdfState employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/2401 WLDLAST - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?
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WLDLAST - Please select your level of experience.
None to one year of experience in the construction trades or equivalent to a Wildlife Assistant or completion of vocational training that included practical experience in the operation of heavy equipment.
One to two years of experience in the construction trades or equivalent to a Wildlife Assistant or completion of vocational training that included practical experience in the operation of heavy equipment.
Two to three years of experience equivalent to a Wildlife Assistant.
At least three years of experience equivalent to a Wildlife Assistant.
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Have you previously held a Non-Career Wildlife Assistant (NCWA) position with the MDNR – Wildlife Division?
Yes
No
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Do you have experience working with waterfowl?
None
1 year of experience
2 years of experience
3 years or more experience
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Please select your ability to work as a team or independently.
No experience or ability to work as a team member or to work independently
Some ability to work as part of a team, or independently
Competent skills to work with a team or individually
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Do you have experience working with deer or at a deer check station?
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1 year of experience
2 years of experience
3 years or more experience
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Please rate your skill / experience operating and maintaining chainsaws?
None
Basic
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Expert
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How many years of experience do you have interacting with customers or the public?
None
1 year of experience
2 years of experience
3+ years of experience
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Are you working towards an environmental/natural resources degree?
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No
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QOL NON-CAREER - Do you currently work for the State of Michigan?
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No
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QOL NON-CAREER - Have you worked for the State of Michigan in the last 3 months?
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QOL NON-CAREER - If you answered "yes" to the above question, please indicate the department you worked for and the last date you worked.
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QOL - Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Yes
No
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AgencyState of MichiganDepartmentNatural ResourcesAddress525 West AlleganLansing, Michigan, 48909Phone517-284-5014Websitehttps://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/careersApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email
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