United States onlyLocation : Pickens County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 188211
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Wildlife andFreshwater Fisheries Division
Opening Date: 05/13/2026
Closing Date: 5/26/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Class Code:: LE90
Position Number:: 60015119
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN06
Hiring Range - Min.: $39,892.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $48,300.00
Opening Date: 05/13/2026
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
This employee will serve as a technician for Region 1 Heritage Preserves and will be tasked with performing necessary sampling, trapping, reporting and management activities as needed.
Job Duties Include:
- Conducting and assisting with management activities for Region 1 Heritage Preserves.
- Assisting manager and upstate botanist with rare plant and monitoring of Region 1 Heritage Preserve Properties.
- Assisting biologists with state-wide game and non-game wildlife surveys in Region 1 as opportunities arise.
- Performing other related duties, as required, in cooperation with other WFF and LE staff. This work will vary with need but may include assisting in unloading materials, installing or repairing gates and transporting supplies.
- Maintaining all Department issued equipment and completing all mandatory reporting.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and two (2) years of related experience in wildlife, fisheries or agricultural work; or an associate degree in the technical sciences.
Ability to obtain a South Carolina Pesticide Applicator license.
Preferred Qualifications
Class A CDL license preferred. Ability to lift heavy objects and operate a chainsaw, 4WD vehicle, winch and power tools, brushmower and tractor. Ability to identify and handle game/non-game fauna and native/non-native flora. Experience with a GPS and computer applications that include Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint is desirable. Ability to work alone under challenging conditions. Ability to communicate effectively with the public. Good record keeping skills and ability to work with volunteers.
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.
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Are you currently employed with SCDNR?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have AT LEAST a high school diploma AND two (2) years of related experience in wildlife, fisheries or agricultural work OR an associate degree in the technical sciences?
- Yes
- No
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