This is the advanced level class in the series for positions performing manual work and routine assignments by operating equipment/machinery, using hand tools and physical effort in order to accomplish assigned duties connected with wildlife management control, propagation and conservation. This class is distinguished from the Wildlife Worker additional responsibility for coordinating, directing and leading the work of others.

Complexity of Work: Performs work of considerable difficulty in performing and carrying out assigned leadership duties according to established procedures and instructions. Duties typically include planning, leading, directing and participating in the: planting of seeds, plants, shrubs and trees for use as a wildlife cover; capturing/releasing wildlife for restocking purposes; transporting and stocking fish and animals; participating in fish spawn and incubation procedures to produce adequate supplies of fish; building and maintaining various types of equipment for fish and animal propagation, filling and maintaining fish-rearing ponds; draining ponds, removing and transporting fish to various areas; constructing, remodeling and maintaining workshops, storage sheds, bridges, roads, cattle guards, gates, waterholes, campsites, ponds, and trails; cleaning and maintaining fish-rearing equipment; surveying and marking of property boundary lines; operating various types of equipment to control vegetation and to clear land; performing general maintenance on a variety of equipment.

Supervision Given: Supervision is typically not a factor; however positions direct and lead the work of others.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision from a supervisor or manager which consists of instructions and guidance with specific time frames given for completion of work assignments. Work is subject to review during progress and upon completion for quality and quantity.

Scope: Work performed supplements or facilitates the work of others but has little impact outside of the assigned work unit.

Impact of Actions: Work may result in some inconvenience to others but has minor impact on the agency.

Personal Contacts: Positions in this class have some contact with the public but mainly work with other agency employees.

Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of the functions of the unit.

Skills: Working skill in the operation and use of a wide variety of power equipment, machines and hand tools.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to follow instructions; to lead the work of others; and to perform manual work; to operate equipment/machines; and to use hand tools in connection with wildlife care.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE*

Licenses or Certification: None.

Education or Training: Completion of elementary school.

Level and Type of Experience: Sufficient experience in performing manual labor and operating equipment/machines in order to perform the duties of this class.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This class was established in June 1988 as a part of the statewide Classification Review/Specification Update Program and is a new class in the Wildlife Worker Series. It replaces the Fish Hatchery Foreman class.

Last updated: 11/16/88