About the Department

The Fisheries Management Division has seasonal openings for a single position in Pioche and two positions in Las Vegas the position durations range from 3-9 months. These positions are responsible for assisting Biologists with numerous activities on waters in Clark, Esmeralda, Lincoln, and Nye counties. Primary duties generally include assisting Biologists with aquatic species population monitoring, angler surveys, fish introductions and translocations, stocking fish, nonnative species eradication projects, hatchery duties, aquatic habitat restoration, aquatic habitat monitoring, data collection and entry, and maintaining field equipment in good working order. Some positions may include working four 10-hour days in the field and camping at remote location sites on the workdays. This position requires a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The position may also assist with conservation education programs and public events.

Conservation Assistants participate in projects involving the conservation and preservation of the State's natural resources.

Position Duties

PER EXECUTIVE ORDER 2026-001, ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN WAIVED FOR THIS POSITION UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026. Please refer to the link for more information: https://gov.nv.gov/Newsroom/ExecOrders/Executive-Orders/

Graduation from high school or equivalent education.

Minimum Qualifications

Conduct angler contacts in the field, complete forms and record data, identify fish species and the number caught or harvested, methods used, and other information required on standardized forms.
Weigh and measure fish or wildlife as needed; collect, label, store, and transport samples for laboratory analysis.
Conduct standardized stream surveys and fish population inventories, measure habitat attributes, perform electroshocking procedures, and operate motor vehicles and equipment.
Assist with the operation of hunter check stations, record species and numbers harvested, and complete forms and record information for wildlife harvest analysis.
Assist with conservation education and public relations activities.
Staff wildlife management facilities and sites during periods of operation.
Participate in wildlife population surveys, observations, and telemetry investigations.
Identify wildlife species and count males, females, and broods.
Participate in wildlife trapping, mark-recapture projects, and translocations.
Trap, tag, mark, and classify wildlife by size and assist with the rearing, hauling and planting fish.
Contribute to range and forest health, air and water quality, insect populations, and soil surveys.
Identify species and condition of trees and shrubs and record and enter data.
Evaluate habitat conditions and document findings.
Assist in habitat management projects, restoration, wildlife water development maintenance.
Perform construction, vegetation management, and ecological monitoring to support health ecosystems and wildlife populations, including erosion control, dike and dam construction, brush clearing, and water level control.
Participate in resource conservation projects.
Perform administrative support duties, answer phones and greeting the public, verify information, complete forms, data entry, maintain records, and duplicate materials.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Other Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Basic mathematics and measuring techniques; recordkeeping methods; application of standardized data gathering techniques.
Basic understanding of wildlife and fisheries survey and inventory, habitat monitoring and restoration techniques, and principles utilized in conserving natural resources.

Skill in:

Use and operation of wildlife, fisheries, and habitat field survey equipment.
Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written.
Use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software.

Ability to:

Read and follow verbal and written directions; assist in conservation-related projects.
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain; operate hand and power tools; maintain records; and complete standardized forms.
Collect data; assist in conducting surveys of wildlife, forest and rangeland health, wildlife assessments and other conservation related studies; identify species of plants and animals.
Safely handle wildlife during sampling.

Recruiter Contact Information: Kristin Bowling - [email protected]

Benefits

Benefits include:

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

***State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Supplemental Questions

Are you willing to work in Pioche?

Are you willing to work in Las Vegas?

What dates are you available to work?

This position may require traveling to remote locations and primitive camping for multiple days while completing field work with a crew. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: State of Nevada (NV)
Address: See Above for Agency Information

See Above for Posting Location, Nevada, 89701
Website: https://nvjobs.nv.gov

CONSERVATION ASSISTANT - SEASONAL - MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WAIVED