Initial Posting Date:

02/01/2021

Application Deadline:

04/26/2021

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$2,837.00 – $4,225.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Fish and Wildlife Technician (Aquatic Invasive Species Technician – Lakeview)

Apply Here: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Lakeview–ODFW/Fish-and-Wildlife-Technician–Aquatic-Invasive-Species-Technician–Multiple-Seasonal-Positions-in-Lakeview–Klamath-Falls-and-Central-Point_REQ-57753

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.

These positions are with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Conservation Program in the Wildlife Division and are located in Central Point, Klamath Falls, and Lakeview. Central Point is located in southern Oregon, approximately 35 miles from the Oregon/California border or 267 miles south of Portland, OR along I-5. The city of Klamath Falls is located in southern Oregon near the Oregon/California border. Portland, Oregon is located 280 miles north of Klamath Falls. The city of Lakeview is approximately 92 miles east of Klamath Falls near the Oregon/California border or 350 miles SE of Portland, OR.

The goal of this recruitment is to fill the positions at the Fish & Wildlife Technician (FWT) level. However, we encourage candidates to apply for the Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry level ($2,638/mo.), as the department may consider under-filling the positions.

All positions will start on April 26, 2021. The position in Central Point will end on September 24, 2021 and the positions in Klamath Falls and Lakeview will end around September 16, 2021 (Note: These are estimated dates. Length of season may be shortened or extended depending on project needs, funding, or factors beyond the project’s control).

Help keep Oregon safe from aquatic invasive species! Inspect watercrafts at key locations located around the state.

What you will do:

• Inspect watercrafts entering Oregon at designated locations throughout the state for quagga and zebra mussels and other aquatic invasive species. Follow established protocols for inspection and decontamination of affected watercrafts.

• Participate in outreach and education efforts to inform the general public about the impacts of aquatic invasive species on Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats. Disseminate information about aquatic invasive species and proper ways to clean or decontaminate watercraft at various public venues.

• Submit weekly summaries of watercraft inspections to the Invasive Species, Wildlife Integrity Supervisor. Record inspection data onto paper forms or tablet. Enter inspection forms into an online database.

• Occasionally coordinate with Oregon State Police, Oregon State Marine Board, county law enforcement, and other department staff to isolate any watercraft contaminated with quagga or zebra mussels or other aquatic invasive species.

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
• Requires working in inclement weather.

• Requires great attention to detail when inspecting and decontaminating watercrafts.

• Requires use of a computer.

• This position requires working weekends and holidays.

• Must be persuasive and diplomatic when dealing with the general public and sometimes upset individuals.

• 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

Fish & Wildlife Technician Option:

• An Associate’s degree in Fisheries Technology, Aquaculture, Aquarium Science, Wildlife Technology or Agriculture; OR

• Eighteen months of experience in fisheries, fish culture, fish screens, care of livestock, agricultural research and experimentation, monitoring game or wildlife, or farming.

A higher level degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework will substitute for the Associate’s degree.

Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry Option – Underfill:

• Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification, there are no minimum qualifications. Previous related experience is desirable.

Requested Skills:
• Experience performing watercraft inspections
• Experience participating in outreach and education efforts to inform the general public about the impacts of aquatic invasive species on Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats
• Ability to identify fish, mussels and aquatic plants
• A working knowledge of aquatic invasive species
• Performing minor maintenance on equipment
• Using a computer database to enter data

Additional Information:

Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the “Job History” (Work Experience) 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 can be attached to your application in the Resume/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply.

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. You must submit your application after you begin the process. You cannot save your progress and come back to it later.

The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (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