Bat Technician (Hourly)



Bat Technician (Hourly)

Salary

$12.00 Hourly

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

Temporary - Full-Time

Job Number

145452

Agency

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division

Opening Date

02/23/2023

Closing Date

5/17/2023 9:07 AM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applicants may apply online.

Class Code:

LE90

Position Number:

111111111

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Variable.

Pay Band

Unclassified

Hiring Range - Min.

$12.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$12.00

Opening Date

02/23/2023

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) seasonal bat technician will assist in summer bat monitoring on the Coastal Plain through nightly mist netting and harp trapping; tracking of radio-tagged bats; entering data into SC Heritage Trust database and NABat database; assisting with report preparation; and providing bat outreach as needed.   The goal of the project is to capture and track bat species of concern such as the Northern long-eared bat, Tri-colored bat, Little brown bat, and Rafinesque's big-eared bat to roost sites on the coast.  One priority will be to identify additional sites where Northern long-eared bats are found on the SC Coastal Plain.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma OR at least three (3) months related experience.  

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants must be willing to work nights during netting season.  Ability to work under adverse field conditions including high heat and humidity, where encounters with snakes, alligators, biting insects, etc. are possible.  Ability to hike long distances.  Bat monitoring experience and up-to-date pre-exposure rabies vaccines highly preferred.

Additional Comments

Projected length of employment: Four (4) Months (April 3, 2023 - August 4, 2023).

Benefits for State Employees
 
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
 

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
 
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
 
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
 
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01
Are you currently employed with SCDNR?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have AT LEAST a high school diploma OR AT LEAST three (3) months related experience?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Natural Resources
Address
1000 Assembly Street

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone
803-734-4400

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.