About this role
What we need:
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of intermittent Natural Resources Technician 1 (Creel Clerk) - 10 positions available within the Division of Wildlife, headquartered in various counties within the state of Ohio. To learn more about the Division of Wildlife, please visit https://wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/.
Locations...
There is one opening per location at the following 10 sites:
• Hargus Lake (Pickaway County): PN 20082806
• Hoover Reservoir (Delaware County): PN 20082812
• Pleasant Hill Reservoir (Richland County): PN 20085323
• Atwood Lake (Tuscarawas County): PN 20072196
• Nimisila Reservoir (Summit County): PN 20060927
• Pymatuning Lake (Ashtabula County): PN 20071683
• Dillon Lake (Muskingum County): PN 20076075
• Salt Fork Lake (Guernsey County): PN 20061039
• Caesar Creek Lake (Warren County): PN 20061072
• C.J. Brown Reservoir (Clark County): PN 20082811
What you will do…
• Collect biological and human dimensions data via angler interviews
• Enter data using computers
• Operate boats and motors
• Hourly pay of $19.47/hr.
Preferred qualifications...
Ability to interact with the public; willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather; proficiency at identifying sport fish; knowledge of boat operations; interest in fishing, conservation, or fisheries management; may need to provide a vehicle able to tow a small boat.
Duration...
April 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026 unless otherwise noted
Work hours and conditions...
• Approximately 20 to 40 hours/week depending on the location; this includes two weekend days/week
• May include unusual working hours (early mornings and/or late evenings)
• Working outdoors in inclement weather
• All persons hired as a Creel Clerk will be required to complete a watercraft operator’s proficiency examination approved by the Ohio Division of Parks and Watercraft, or show proof of having already completed either a National Association of State Boating Law Administrators boating course, or a proficiency examination approved by the Ohio Division of Parks and Watercraft
Please note...
These are maximum duration, 1000-hour intermittent (unclassified) positions for the Division of Wildlife.
The intermittent positions will remain at step 1 of the pay range. These intermittent positions are not eligible for benefits (e.g., vision, dental, life, health insurance, holiday pay, leave accruals [vacation, personal, sick], any other paid leave, shift differential, pay supplements, etc.).
Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary; valid driver’s license; valid Commercial Driver’s License required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Section 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Natural Resources
Other facts
About Ohio Department of Administrative Services
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state. We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance, innovative thinking, and delivering excellent and efficient services. Our goal is to recruit and retain the best talent for our positions, because when we have the best talent, we get the best results for our community. We are #TeamOhio.
What you'll do
- The Creel Clerk will collect biological and human dimensions data through angler interviews and enter this data using computers. Additionally, they will operate boats and motors as part of their duties.
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