WDFW staff comprise a talented and passionate group of people dedicated to protecting Washington’s Natural Resources.  

Our employees serve the public with integrity, we hold ourselves accountable to both the quality of our work, and the way in which we perform it.

Picture yourself performing land management and recreational site management activities/maintenance on the Sherman Creek, LeClerc Creek & Rustlers Gulch Wildlife Areas.

Strong candidates will have applied experience in habitat management, forestry, farming, weed control and equipment maintenance work.

Our ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, the ability to follow written and verbal directions and can work independently in remote locations.

We are seeking team players who respect and value the opinions of others, creating an inclusive team environment where every member feels they contribute value to the project and WDFW.

Our Natural Resource Worker 2, 

• Performs general wildlife area infrastructure and habitat restoration maintenance tasks.
• Maintains/repairs the headquarters facility, compost facility, irrigation system, equipment, fences, roads, trailheads, trails, signs, and gates.
• Posts signs for public information and recreational use.
• Safely operates ATVs, tractors, mowers, chainsaws, and basic power and hand tools.
• Performs regular vehicle maintenance, services, and minor vehicle repairs.
• Fabricates parts using arc welders and cutting torches.
• Assists with the implementation of habitat restoration projects including forest thinning and prescribed burning.
• Conducts weed control activities and maintains the application equipment.
• Uses backpack sprayers to apply herbicide, as well as mechanical means to remove weeds.
• Uses Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques to recommend and assist with proper weed control activities.
• Reads/understands herbicide labels and mixes – uses and stores herbicides properly.
• Interacts with hunters and fishermen and other recreational users about the wildlife areas, wildlife issues or sightings.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Work Setting, including hazards:
  1. Work is mainly performed in the shop facility at Sherman Creek Wildlife Area headquarters, or in the field on any of the wildlife area properties.
  2. Field work includes working during all weather conditions, on hilly, slippery, muddy terrains, and on steep banks in mostly forested habitats in North Eastern Washington.
  3. Work also includes lifting, walking, stooping, bending, carrying up to 45 pounds and working independently in the field or shop with tools and equipment.
• Schedule:
  1. Typically, Monday – Thursday – 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  2. Workload demands may require work outside the assigned work hours and adjustment of work schedules.
• Travel Requirements:
  1. Day trips from Sherman Creek Wildlife Area to other wildlife area units are common – round trip travel of 100 + miles per day.
  2. Wildlife area units are located in Ferry, Stevens, and Pend Oreille Counties.
  3. Rare overnight stays may be necessary for agency training opportunities.
• Tools and Equipment:
  1. Variety of vehicles, trailers, tractors, farming implements, mowers, trimmers, ATVs, hand and power tools, welders, cutting torches, fire-fighting equipment, and others.
• Customer Interactions:
  1. Frequent interaction with the general public and other stakeholders including hunters, hikers, schoolchildren, neighboring landowners, staff of other governmental agencies, and others.
  2. Occasional tense interactions with individuals such as poachers, squatters, and those operating vehicles where prohibited.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

          OR

AND 

Certifications/Licenses: 

• Valid Washington State driver’s license and at least two years of driving experience.
• Pesticide Applicator License (Public Operator with agricultural, turf & ornamental, and right-of-way weed categories), or the ability to acquire one within the first month of obtaining the position.
• First Aid certification or the ability to acquire within the first 3 months of obtaining the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• ATV operator training.
• Chainsaw operator training.
• Qualified fire fighter.

Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.

In order to successfully apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

• A current resume.
• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
• Three professional references. 

IMPORTANT NOTES: 

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

The Department of Fish and Wildlife’s priority during the Covid-19 health crisis is to keep our staff, candidates, and the public safe.  We are hiring and encourage you to apply to open positions.  We have transitioned to a virtual recruitment process, to include web-based interviews.

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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field.  We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of professionalism, accountability, empathy, integrity, service, and respect.

WDFW employees may be eligible for the following:

Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS),   Vacation, Sick, and other Leave, 11 Paid Holidays per year, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver,   Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP),   Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.

UNION – WAFWP:

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Subject line should include recruitment number, position and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE: 

To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov. 
• Subject line should include recruitment number, position and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov

Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.   Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status and are encouraged to apply. 

 Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.

This recruitment is essential to maintain operations and fulfill WDFW’s legal obligations: repair/maintain critical infrastructure and facilities, mitigate fire risk and legally required weed control, activities associated with maintaining assets.

*(Images shown are Pre-COVID, WDFW Staff follow current COVID Safety Protocol including the use of face masks).

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