Fish and Wildlife Technician I (Interim) Job at State of Kentucky Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet Kentucky..., Ashland, KY

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  • State of Kentucky Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet Kentucky...
  • Ashland, KY

Job Description

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1/30/2026 (7:00 PM EST)

25-07029

Fish and Wildlife Technician I (Interim)

Pay Grade

09

Salary

$13.76 - $20.64 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | LESS THAN 9 MONTHS MAXIMUM | 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

Location Varies

Description

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 I interim positions within the Farm Bill Program Branch serve as as-needed prescribed fire crew members, working only when conditions allow for safe and effective burns. Notice will be provided as early as possible, sometimes just the day before. Employees must promptly confirm availability when requests are sent.


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.


Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Working directly on the fire line as either a holding resource, securing perimeters, or an ignition resource, applying fire to meet objectives.
  • Workdays can be long and physically demanding, often in rough, uneven terrain.
  • This role requires readiness, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols to support land management and habitat restoration goals.
  • In addition to working on the prescribed fire line there also may be opportunities to aid in habitat management implementation, boundary marking, equipment maintenance, and wildlife research.
Preferred Skills and Abilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Experience work on a prescribed fire line.
  • Experience with using any of the following equipment: ATV/UTV, chainsaw, leaf blower, and, or, tractor.
  • Familiarity of agricultural equipment operation and repair.
  • Ability to multi-task various job tasks.
  • Works great as a team member.
  • Self-starter and motivated individual.
  • Adaptability and flexibility.

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 be able to walk 2 miles while carrying 25 lbs. in 30 minutes and must be able to obtain National Wildfire Coordination Group Fire Fighter Type II certification within the first four weeks of employment.

Working Conditions

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

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jacob Stewart at Jacob.Stewart@ky.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Interim role,

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