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Salary– $2,957.00 – $3,821.00 Monthly

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

 

  • Graduation from high school or GED, including one year of high school science and two years of experience as a Scientific Technician 1.

Or
 

  • Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science and two years of laboratory or field experience as an assistant to a biologist, chemist, or zoologist.
     

License:

  • Valid driver’s license.

 

Training:

  • Successful completion of agency training and/or certification for assigned watercraft dependent on supervisory direction, position need, and training availability.

Ability:

  • The ability to swim is highly recommended.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

  • Elementary biology.

 

Skills and Abilities:

  • In-the-field identification of live and dead salmonids.
  • identify, interpret, and monitor salmonid/lamprey spawning activity by species.
  • Basic safe operation of rafts and boats in moving waters.
  • Clearly and concisely fill out field data forms.
  • Basic computer data entry skills.
  • Follow oral and written instructions.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to interact with the general public.
  • Safe and defensive driver while operating State vehicles.

 

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: 

As a result of Gov. Jay Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) issued on August 9, 2021, all Washington State Agencies are requiring employees to be fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of your employment. Pursuant to this mandate, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination as a part of the hiring process. Please do not upload your vaccination documentation with your application materials – your vaccination status will be verified by your supervisor prior to your first day of work. Exemptions may be granted for religious or medical purposes.

 

Supplemental Information

 

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