CWD Technician
CWD Technician
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Job Description
Title: CWD Technician
State Role Title:Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Hiring Range: Hourly Wage starts at $16.26 (wage to commensurate with experience)
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept of Wildlife Resources
Location:Montgomery County Territory
Agency Website: Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
We are seeking dedicated individuals to support Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) monitoring efforts across Disease Management Areas (DMAs) 1 2 3 and 4 during the 202526 deer hunting season. These seasonal positions play a vital role in our statewide wildlife health initiative and are critical to successfully collecting and processing thousands of deer samples.
Primary responsibilities include:
Collecting CWD samples and deer heads from processors taxidermists and designated drop-off locations
Preparing and shipping samples to the laboratory
Accurately entering data into agency systems
Work will be based in multiple locations including a Blacksburg station which will expand coverage this season to include six additional counties.
If youre passionate about wildlife health fieldwork and contributing to meaningful conservation efforts we encourage you to apply and be a part of this important mission.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to focus on a computer screen
Attention to detail for data entry
Computer proficiency preferably with Windows operating environment
Organizational and logistical skills
Ability to decipher and manage large volumes of handwritten data
Demonstrated interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills both written and oral
Ability to understand and interpret scientific and natural resource information
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Willingness to collect biological samples from deceased animals
Capable of working in the office or in the field
Willingness to drive long distances
Additional Considerations
High School Diploma
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: Marlo Gibson
Phone:
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Hourly
