Initial Posting Date:
02/10/2021
Application Deadline:
02/24/2021
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range:
$2,837 – $4,225
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Fish and Wildlife Technician (Wildlife Habitat Technician)
Job Description:
Make a Difference in Oregon’s Natural Resources!
Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.
This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located in Hines.
This is a full time, seasonal position from April 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021. (These are estimated dates. Length of season(s) may be shortened or extended depending on project needs, funding, or factors beyond the project’s control).
Are you interested in working in Eastern Oregon and applying your skills in a variety of activities involving wildlife habitat development, wildlife guzzler development, and farming. Help ODFW protect and manage lands, wildlife, and public use in Harney and Malheur counties!
Initial interviews are anticipated to be held via phone, video or virtual interview due to the current situation related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
To learn more about the department and the work we do, view the following video at https://myodfw.com/about
What you will do:
• Conduct farming activities on department owned land. Assist biologist staff with field preparations, irrigation, controlling noxious weeds, tree plantings and habitat inventories. Operate ATV/UTV sprayers, backpack sprayers, and boom sprayers to control weeds.
• Construct, maintain and repair watering devices (guzzlers), irrigation equipment, fences and roads on department land or in cooperation with other agencies. Assist biologist with coordinating, monitoring progress and inspecting work with all volunteer personnel.
• Maintain and repair buildings, grounds and structures by painting, welding, plumbing and grounds keeping. Maintain and repair farming and irrigation equipment and certain types of automotive equipment. Operate chainsaws, battery and electric tools, welders, cutting torches, tractors, backhoes, jet boats, ATVs, and 4X4 manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
• Assist in conducting biological inventories. Collect, record and report data under supervision and direction. Observe, count and classify sex, age and species of wildlife. May assist biologist with radio telemetry, aerial antelope surveys and upland bird surveys. Assist with monitoring access, habitat improvement and sign postings.
• Record and maintain a record of daily activities and keep inventory of tools and supplies. Responsible for preparing monthly reports and providing information to the public on hunting, fishing and the Access and Habitat Program.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
Working Conditions
• Frequently required to work outside during inclement weather, long hours, before sunrise and after sunset, on weekends, and irregular work schedules. Required to use agricultural chemicals. Frequent exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Overnight stays and camping are required at department owned facilities or in remote areas
• Frequently performs duties independently or with minimal supervision
• Frequent travel between Malheur County and Harney County as part of regular duties and/or to maintain Watershed Wildlife Areas
• Shared housing (2 bedroom trailer) is available at reduced rent, but the successful applicant is not required to live on site.
• This position requires an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card for on the job use of quads (Class 1 ATVs) obtained through the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, accessible at the following website: www.rideatvoregon.org/. On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience Description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, they must obtain it within 30 days of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• This position requires a Boater Education Card obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board. There are some exceptions to this (e.g., Coast Guard Boat Operator License or commercial fishing license). For further information, access the Web site at www.boatoregon.com. On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience Description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess a card, they must obtain it within 30 days of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• This position requires the possession of a Public Pesticide Applicator’s License (PPAL). On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience Description if you have a PPAL. If the selected applicant does not possess a PPAL, they must obtain it within 30 days of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• Requires a flexible work schedule that varies in the number of hours worked on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day, or a work schedule in which the starting and stopping times vary on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day. This includes working at all hours and workdays in excess of eight hours.
Criminal Records/DMV Check
Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review to be considered for the position. Be prepared to obtain as soon as possible. You are expected to provide the out-of-state certified driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background information may disqualify you from further consideration.
NOTE: Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.
We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
• An Associate’s degree in Wildlife Technology or Agriculture; OR
• Eighteen months of experience in the care of livestock, agricultural research and experimentation, monitoring game or wildlife, or farming. (six months of fisheries, fish culture, fish screens, or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience).
A higher level degree in Wildlife Science, Agriculture, or a closely-related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework will substitute for the Associate’s degree.
Requested Skills:
• Knowledge of biological science about mammals and birds
• Conducting wildlife habitat restoration
• Operating irrigation and farming equipment
• Using power equipment
• Conducting wildlife species surveys and monitoring
• Using GIS software
• Collecting and recording data
• Identifying plants
• Contacting hunters and collecting harvest information
Additional Information:
Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the “Job History” section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. Resumes will not replace the completed “Job History” section in your online application. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in the “Job History” section does not include information used to: 1) meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions. If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year) and the average amount of hours worked per week in the duties section. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.
Note: You will be required to provide a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts (online transcripts are acceptable) during the selection process that show your name, the name/address of the institution, coursework with passing grades, and degree conferred (including date), if you are using education to qualify. Transcripts and cover letters can be attached to your application in the Resume/CV/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply. Cover letters may not be reviewed unless it is stated as a requirement in the job posting.
For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application, click here
Notes for External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting. The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.
This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.
The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
Veterans – If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans’ preference points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans’ preference points visit www.oregonjobs.org and select Veterans resources under Resources. Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application, after you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.
Find information on State of Oregon benefits
More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at myodfw.com and http://www.dfw.state.or.us/
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer