FULL-TIME-PERMANENT

5-month–Career Seasonal Scientific Technician 2 *02982-21

Fish Program – Region 5 – CRMU – Pikeminnow Program 

2620 N. Commercial Ave

Pasco, WA 99301

Anticipated state date is May 1, 2021 through October 1, 2021. 

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

The Northern Pikeminnow Sport-Reward Fishery Program (NPSRF) has removed more than 5.2 million Northern Pikeminnow from the Columbia River System where they are the primary piscine predator of juvenile salmonids.  As a result of the NPSRF, predation on juvenile salmonids has been reduced by up to 40% from pre-program levels.  This position oversees two or more NPSRF registration stations under the general supervision of a Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2.  The Scientific Technician 2 provides quality control for Fishery field data collected by themselves and other technicians while working assigned locations.

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Set up and staff mobile field registration stations as part of implementation of the Northern Pikeminnow Sport Reward Fishery Program.

Tasks include: 

• Fills out, completes, and files daily angler registration forms.
• Conducts angler exit creel surveys to determine northern pikeminnow eligibility and to record other angler catch.
• Completes and issues angler pay vouchers.
• Collects and records biological data from all northern pikeminnow and other fishes kept.
• Examines all northern pikeminnow for spaghetti or other external tags.
• Ensures that program rules and regulations are consistently applied to all participants.
• Proofs and is responsible for data accuracy, completeness and quality.
• Organizes field vehicle and/or office, and stocks/maintains appropriate supplies for field operations.

Individually scans all eligible northern pikeminnow with PIT tag reader for recovery of PIT tags from consumed juvenile salmonids and select northern pikeminnow.

Tasks include:  

• Accurately records PIT tag data, proofs data logbook and reports all tag recoveries.
• Processes fish with PIT tags per program protocols and assists with fish dissection and tag recovery as directed.

Informs the public and provides general information about participation in the Northern Pikeminnow Sport Reward Fishery.

Tasks include:  

• Explains and describes relevant angling regulations, fishing techniques, when, where and how to catch northern pikeminnow.
• Provides year to date harvest and effort totals by registration station as well as historical peak harvest information.
• Provides and/or explains angler resources on these topics along with how and where to get useful information.
• Answers angler and/or public questions and otherwise promotes the program.

Responsible for operating, cleaning and maintaining program equipment as needed at registration stations and at field offices.

Tasks include: 

• Maintain clean work area, clean work vehicle, walk-in cooler area.
• Clean all ice chests, freezers, biological sampling equipment, ice jugs, program vehicles, and other equipment.
• Responsible for arranging for timely repair or replacement of program equipment as needed.

Other duties as assigned by supervising biologist.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Work setting including hazards:

• Outdoors 85% of day.
• Potential sun, rain, wind issues.
• Temperature extremes

 Schedule: 

 Travel Requirements: 

Tools and Equipment: 

 Customer Interactions:

Certifications/License:

AND

OR

• Two (2) years of laboratory or field experience as an assistant to a health or safety professional, biologist, chemist, or zoologist.

Please Note: College course work involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences, or closely allied field will substitute, year for year, for experience.

Preferred experience with: 

• Experience identifying northern pikeminnow and other Columbia River fish species, including juvenile salmonids.
• Knowledge of biology and life history of northern pikeminnow and other Columbia River fishes.
• Familiarity with recreational angling gear and methods.

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 detailed cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications for this position.
• A chronological resume
• 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. 

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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 activities contributing to the food economy (licensing, managing, and enforcing/licensing commercial fisheries, grazing monitoring, fish screen for ag, fencing associated with grazing, personnel necessary to ensure payments to ag producers)

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