(1) 6-month Full-Time/Non-Permanent

Natural Resource Technician 2 *04161-21

Fish & Wildlife Region 6 Office

48 Devonshire Road

Montesano, WA 98273

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is dedicated to preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable recreational and commercial opportunities dependent on viable fish and wildlife populations. WDFW employees protect and restore critical habitat, strive to facilitate species recovery when necessary, and manage hundreds of fish and wildlife species.

The Natural Resource Technician 2’s assists the Biologist conducting Spartina eradication, invasive knotweed control and other land management projects across multiple watersheds to meet weed laws and improve habitat.

The Natural Resource Technician 2’s gathers pre- and post-treatment data using apps, forms, cameras and notebooks.  The Natural Resource Technician 2 operates, cleans, and maintains equipment associated with weed management.

Key Duties Include but not limited to:

Implements existing vegetation management programs to enhance habitat. 

Tasks include:

• Implements integrated pest management (IPM) principles to manage invasive vegetation using pesticides, planning of competing vegetation, spray equipment and mowing/digging equipment.
• Based on gathered data and field experience recommends changes to improve outcomes.

Operates cleans and serves tools and equipment

Tasks include:

Operates and performs maintenance and repair on airboats, marshmasters, trailers, trucks, pumps and other power equipment.

Gather data

Tasks include:

Other duties

Tasks include:

• Participating in other projects and supporting other Programs when needed.
• Leading work crews on our lands and acting a liaison when working with other agencies.

Working Conditions: 

Work Setting, including hazards: 

• Work will be performed in the intertidal regions of Washington in all weather conditions.
• Works in remote field locations approximately 75% of the time.
• Willing and able to walk over difficult terrain, including slippery rocks, steep banks, and mud.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, while at times carrying up to 40 pounds, road, and transport gear.
• Must be willing to work with pesticides.

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, 40 hours/week.
• Start times are set by the best available tides and may require early morning starts.
• Some mandatory overtime may be required.

Travel Requirements:

Tools and Equipment:

• Operates and maintains small mechanical equipment such as brush cutters.
• Operates chemical application equipment.
• Removes seedlings and small clones by hand.
• Operates specialized equipment such as trucks, swamp buggies, airboats, and all-terrain vehicles and performs repairs and preventative maintenance.

Customer Interactions: 

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Public Pesticide Applicator’s license with an Aquatic and Turf & Ornamental endorsement after hire date.
• First Aid training certification

Required Qualifications:

OR

Preferred Experience:

• Experience operating small boats in marine areas.
• Must be familiar with and comfortable navigating Willapa Bay and Grays Harbor estuary and nearby waterbodies.
• Ability to closely follow standard protocols and perform work under moderate to low supervision.
•   Working knowledge of boat and amphibious tractor operation.
• Knowledge of herbicide application.
• Understanding of basic mechanical/small engine repair.
• Basic understanding of the marine environment and biology/botany.
• Excellent field work skills including safety, punctuality, ability to accept supervision.

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 
• Three professional references

Join the WDFW Team:

Learn about our agency and the perks of working for WDFW!

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.

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:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
• 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

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.   Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities 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.

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.

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