Wildlife Division Seasonal Job Opportunities

The Wildlife Division frequently has Seasonal Resource Assistant positions available at its different offices and locations. These positions are available for individuals interested in acquiring experience in the profession of wildlife management. A background in wildlife biology or environmental science is highly preferred for most positions. Pay rates vary from $16.35 to $20.00 per hour, depending on education and experience. Positions are typically 6 months in duration (no more than 1,040 hours) and have between a 35- to 40-hour work week.

Seasonal Resource Assistant openings (when available) are briefly listed below. All interested applicants can find specific descriptions of these positions and submit applications on the Online Employment Center.

How to Apply for a Seasonal Position

Seasonal jobs are based out of the Wildlife Division's various offices throughout the state:

• Hartford Main Office at the DEEP Headquarters, 79 Elm Street, Hartford, CT 06106; 860-424-3011
• Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area, 341 Milford Street, Burlington, CT 06013; 860-424-3011
• Franklin Swamp Wildlife Management Area, 391 Route 32, North Franklin, CT 06254; 860-424-3011
• Eastern District Headquarters, 209 Hebron Road, Marlborough, CT 06447; 860-295-9523
• Belding Wildlife Management Area, Bread and Milk Road, Vernon, CT; 860-424-3011

Current Seasonal Resource Assistant Openings 

Seasonal Resource Assistants for the Wildlife Division (Burlington, Franklin, Marlborough): The DEEP Wildlife Division is seeking Seasonal Resource Assistants to support a variety of projects. These positions perform work statewide in habitats ranging from coastal beaches to upland forests. Activities can be extremely varied and include conservation and management of wildlife and habitats; data collection; technical assistance; public outreach; education; and office work. (More details and how to apply)

Seasonal Resource Assistants with the Wildlife Habitat Management Program (Marlborough and Burlington): Various positions are available year-round. (More details and how to apply)

• Crew Leader: Leads groups of seasonal maintainers. Must be a returning employee with knowledge of tasks, WMA properties, and machinery used in the position.
• Maintainers: Maintains wildlife management areas throughout the state and facilities in Burlington and Franklin.
• Technical Assistant: Creates and manages GIS maps and databases and assists with drafting documents and web content

Seasonal Resource Assistants with the Bear and Furbearer Program (Burlington): A substantial portion of the program responsibilities includes assisting the public with inquiries regarding wildlife, particularly addressing human-wildlife conflicts via phone, email, or on-site live trapping efforts. The resource assistant will conduct office work, lab work, and field work. (More details and how to apply)

Seasonal Resource Assistants with the Migratory Bird Program (Franklin): Resource Assistants will conduct bird surveys throughout the State, assist with capture of passerines, marshbirds, and waterfowl. Technicians will conduct insect collections across the State and conduct spatial analysis of habitat variables using ArcGIS. Positions begin in March 2026 and end in September 2026. (More details and how to apply)

Seasonal Naturalist and Habitat Management Assistant (Belding Wildlife Management Area, Vernon): This seasonal position starts in March 2026 and is a great opportunity to work outside and learn about a wide variety of Connecticut’s wildlife, and to get hands-on experience managing their habitats. (More details and how to apply / closes on March 6, 2026)

Seasonal Range Safety Officer (Glastonbury Range, Glastonbury): Seasonal Range Safety Officers (SRSO) will be required to supervise and assist the public at the Glastonbury Public Shooting Range in accordance with DEEP range standard operation procedures (SOPs). SRSOs will write and submit range reports, in addition to maintaining range facilities, and operate as part of a team of Range Safety Officers. Candidates must possess a current valid National Rifle Association (NRA) certification as a Range Safety Officer or Chief Range Safety Officer OR Instructor certification as a Range Safety Officer through the Connecticut Conservation Education / Firearms Safety Program. Must also possess a current CT State Permit to Carry Pistols and Revolvers. Candidates will be needed 10-15 hours on weekends from April-November. (More details and how to apply)

To Apply: The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and other CT State Agencies have transitioned to a paperless Online Employment Center.

You can now efficiently search and apply for current job openings on-line via a mobile friendly website, and receive email notices about the status of each application. Mailed or faxed job applications will no longer be accepted. Additionally, the new system no longer requires separate applications for examinations and job openings.

• Register as a user and set up a "Master Application." (No need to manually fill out a new application every time you want to apply for a job. Simply keep your "Master Application" up-to-date and use it to apply for current job openings. You can check the status of your applications 24/7.)

Fill out "Interest Cards" so that you can receive emails about future job openings. You will need to renew your Interest Card selections annually.

Guidance for Seasonal Applicants: Applying for Seasonal Employment at DEEP using the State of Connecticut Online Employment Center

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Content last updated January 23, 2026.