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Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 (Multiple PCNs)Salary: $18.14 Hourly
Location: Ketchikan, AK
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 44518
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Opening Date: 03/07/2024
Closing Date: 06/05/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
Fish and Wildlife Technician 2s collects biological and catch effort data from commercially harvested salmon and shellfish but may also sample groundfish depending on fishery dynamics. This position is stationed in Ketchikan, Alaska and data collection is conducted at local commercial seafood processors. The person(s) filling this position will be responsible for interviewing permit holders and recording confidential information, collecting biological data, identifying all five species of pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition, and recording all information in applications housed on a ruggedized computer tablet. Our organization, mission and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish and Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries is to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general wellbeing of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. The Division’s core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. This port sampling position assists in the collection of biological and catch effort data from commercial salmon landings for: coded wire tags, fishery performance data, pink sex ratios, age-length data, genetic samples, and other biological data as directed. The information collected by port samplers is used directly to manage the salmon fisheries within the State, and as part of Pacific Salmon Treaty obligations, is considered the foundation on which salmon management in Southeast Alaska is built. The benefits of joining our team: The State of Alaska is a highly credible employer that offers benefits, including medical, dental, and accruement of leave. Other benefits of joining the State of Alaska include building quality work experience that can be expanded further or transferred elsewhere. This position is considered entry level and many of the current biologists and managers started their career as port samplers within the Department of Fish and Game. The working environment you can expect: Port sampling work is performed on-site within Ketchikan’s commercial seafood processing plants, where working conditions are often cold, wet, slippery, and exposed to weather. Numerous sampling programs are involved, and several different data collection applications must be filled out correctly. Attention to detail is a requirement. Who we are looking for:
Special Note:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT This is a continuous recruitment for the Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 job class. Vacancies will be filled as soon as qualified applicants are identified. Recruitment in this job class may continue after those positions are filled, and as new vacancies become available. NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Nick Whicker, Fishery Biologist 1
Phone: (907) 228-3008
Fax: (907) 228-3756
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 2(multiple PCNs)Salary: $19.05 Hourly
Location: Sitka, AK
Job Type: Seasonal (May 31st to September 15th)
Job Number: 44171
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Opening Date: 02/12/2024
Closing Date: 05/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
The Department of Fish and Game, Commercial Fisheries Division, is seeking to hire several 3.5-4-month seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technician 2’s to serve as port samplers from May 31st to September 15th in Sitka. These positions may continue to be active through September 20th, depending on the dynamics of the fisheries. Port sampling technicians will be responsible for collecting both biological and fishery performance data from commercially harvested salmon and Dungeness crab landings. The selected candidates will develop a working knowledge of the port sampling program in the Sitka management area as well as an understanding of pertinent fisheries. Port sampling technicians will work at least 7.5 hours per day, 5 days a week (with potential opportunities for overtime) in the seafood processing plants and docks in Sitka and may have the opportunity to collect samples onboard tender vessels on the fishing grounds. Port sampling technicians will be required to interact with commercial fishermen, processing plant workers, and other ADF&G staff in a professional and respectful manner. Data collection will include fishery performance data obtained through interviewing permit holders, as well as collecting biological samples (such as scales and tissue) and evaluating salmon for coded-wire tags (CWT) using a CWT wand. Practicing safe handling and learning to identify all five species of pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition are integral skills for this position. The technicians’ work will be directed by the Sitka Port Sampling Supervisor, Port Sampling Crew Leader, or the Regional Port Sampling Supervisor. Attention to detail and a willingness to learn are essential requirements for these exciting and dynamic positions. Our organization, mission and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued and treated respectfully. The mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries is to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general wellbeing of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. The Division’s core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. This port sampling position assists in the collection of biological data from commercial salmon and shellfish landings. Data collections may include coded wire tags, fishery performance, pink salmon sex ratios, age-length data, otoliths, genetic samples, morphometric, and other biological data as directed. This information is used directly to manage State of Alaska fisheries. Some of our work is conducted as part of the Pacific Salmon Treaty and is considered the foundation on which the salmon management of Southeast Alaska is built. The benefits of joining our team: The State of Alaska is an excellent employer that offers benefits, including medical and accruement of leave. These positions are considered entry level and many of the biologists and managers that are currently with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game started as a port sampling technician themselves. The working environment you can expect: Work is performed at the commercial fish processing plants in Sitka, on docks in often cold and wet conditions. There is also the option for periodically working on fish tender vessels on the fishing grounds ranging in time from a few days to a week-long in duration. Multiple sampling programs are involved, and several different sampling forms must be filled out correctly. Most of the data is entered into electronic tablets in sampling applications, therefore proficiency using electronics is ideal. This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule that will be dependent on commercial fishery openings, closures, vessel, and seafood processing dynamics. Who we are looking for:
Special Note:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT Multiple hires will be made from this posting. Therefore, applicant non-selection notifications will not occur until the entire recruitment and selection process is complete. This recruitment will be continuously open for 90 days. Vacancies will be filled as soon as qualified applicants are identified. EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Isabel Platten
Phone: 907-747-6701 isabel.platten@alaska.gov |
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 2(PCN 11-1060)
Salary: $18.14 Hourly
Location: Petersburg, AK
Job Type: Seasonal (between mid-April and mid-May, then transition to our Southeast Alaska Marine Sport Harvest Project between late May and the end of August.)
Job Number: 44802
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Sport Fish
Opening Date: 03/26/2024
Closing Date: 04/05/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Customer Service / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
This position will work as a member of a stream snorkeling crew for steelhead surveys between mid-April and mid-May, then transition to our Southeast Alaska Marine Sport Harvest Project between late May and the end of August. The Marine Sport Harvest Project collects information by interviewing sport anglers and sampling their catch as they return to harbors and boat launches. This position may be extended through September to assist with coho genetic baseline assessment work. Our organization, mission and culture: The Division of Commercial Fisheries strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The benefits of joining our team: If you enjoy working outside, engaging with the public, and are interested in Alaska’s fishery resources we look forward to your application. This is a great opportunity to gain experience and begin an exciting career with Alaska Department of Fish and Game. The working environment you can expect: This position is located in Petersburg, Alaska. The majority of your time will be working outdoors while interviewing sport anglers and collecting biological samples. Who we are looking for: The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following desired strengths: • Attention to detail necessary for collecting quality data and biological samples; • Ability to work independently in a self-motivated and self-directed manner; • Familiarity with Alaska sport fisheries and sport fishing regulations; • Ability to identify the common species caught in Southeast Alaska sport fisheries; • Strong communication skills, organizational skills and basic math skills. To view the general description and example of duties please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs Special Note:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. FIREARMS This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A “misdemeanor crime of domestic violence” is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Jeff Rice
Phone: (907) 772-5227
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 2(PCN 11-1520, PCN 11-1897)Salary: $18.14 Hourly
Location: Petersburg, AK
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 44346
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Opening Date: 02/22/2024
Closing Date: 05/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Customer Service / Research / Sciences / Office and Administrative Support / Wildlife
What you will be doing: The Department of Fish and Game, Commercial Fisheries Division is seeking to hire two seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technician 2s to collect biological and catch effort data from the commercial harvest of salmon and shellfish but could include groundfish depending on fishery dynamics. This sampling will be conducted at commercial seafood processors in Petersburg, Alaska. The person(s) filling this position will be responsible for interviewing permit holders and recording information in applications housed on a ruggedized computer tablet, as well as collecting biological data and identifying all five species of pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition. The incumbent can expect to work irregular and sometimes long hours and this position requires the flexibility to work evenings and weekends (depending on the changing aspects of fisheries). Our organization, mission and culture:The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries is to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general wellbeing of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. The Division’s core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. This port sampling position assists in the collection of biological data from commercial salmon landings for: coded wire tags, fishery performance data, pink sex ratios, age-length data, genetic samples and other biological data as directed. This information is used directly to manage the State of Alaska salmon fisheries, as part of Pacific Salmon Treaty obligations, and is considered the foundation on which the salmon management of Southeast Alaska is built. The benefits of joining our team: The State of Alaska is an excellent employer that offers benefits, including medical and accruement of leave. This position is considered entry level and many of the biologists and managers that are currently with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game got their start as a port sampler. The working environment you can expect: Port sampling work is performed on the docks and inside of commercial seafood processing plants often in cold, slippery and wet conditions. Numerous sampling programs are involved, and several different sampling forms must be filled out correctly. Attention to detail is a requirement. Who we are looking for:
Special Note:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT This is a continuous recruitment for the Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 job class. Vacancies will be filled as soon as qualified applicants are identified. Recruitment in this job class may continue after those positions are filled, and as new vacancies become available. NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Alyssa Tomczyk, Fishery Biologist 1
Phone: (907) 772-3801
alyssa. tomczyk@alaska.gov
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 2(PCN 11-1627)
Salary: $18.14 Hourly
Location: Glennallen, AK
Job Type: Seasonal (June 1 through August 31)
Job Number: 44751
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Sport Fish
Opening Date: 02/20/2024
Closing Date: 04/09/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
This position serves as a member of a two-person crew that collects age, sex, length, and genetic samples from Chinook and sockeye salmon harvested in the Upper Copper River subsistence and personal use salmon fisheries from approximately June 1 through August 31. This position requires working outdoors with extensive interaction with the public. In addition to collecting biological samples, answering questions regarding fishing regulations and project objectives asked by fishermen is a large component of this job. Our organization, mission and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish and Game’s mission is to protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of the state, and manage their use and development in the best interest of the economy and the well-being of the people of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle. The Division of Sport Fish strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The primary responsibility of this position is to collect biological data that is used to assess if the Copper River wild sockeye salmon escapement goal was achieved and forecast future returns of sockeye and Chinook salmon. The information that is gathered from this project is essential to the management of the Copper River commercial, sport, personal use, and subsistence salmon fisheries. The benefits of joining our team: This position allows the successful candidate to work outdoors, engage with the public, and gain valuable experience working with Alaska’s fisheries. This position has moderate flexibility in setting daily work shifts and often allows for a 4-day workweek. Additionally, the State of Alaska is an excellent employer that offers benefits, including medical and accruement of leave. The working environment you can expect: The majority of the work takes place outdoors near the community of Chitina, which is approximately 1.5 hours South of Glennallen by highway vehicle. Food and lodging in a house trailer will be provided while in Chitina. Exposure to dust, silt, biting insects, and inclement weather is common. This position requires working every Thursday through Sunday, the flexibility to change work schedules with little notice, and often requires working early mornings, nights, and/or holidays shifts. Daily activities include interacting with personal use and subsistence fishermen to sample their harvested salmon; collecting salmon otoliths, scales, and other biological information by following intricate sampling procedures; and editing, organizing, and transporting collected samples and data. Who we are looking for:
Special Note:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. FIREARMS This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A “misdemeanor crime of domestic violence” is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Tracy Hansen, Fisheries Biologist 2
Phone: (907) 822-3309
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 2(PCN 11-1701)Salary: $19.05 Hourly
Location: Douglas, AK
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 44599
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Opening Date: 03/11/2024
Closing Date: 04/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
The Department of Fish and Game, Commercial Fisheries Division is seeking to hire a seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 to collect biological samples from commercially harvested salmon and shellfish in Juneau, Alaska. This is a seasonal position which will be active from mid-June through mid-September depending on the dynamics of commercial fisheries openings/closings. The selected candidate will develop a working knowledge of the port sampling program in the Juneau management area. The technician in this port sampling position will work at least 7.5 hours per day, 5 days a week (with potential opportunities for overtime) in the seafood processing plants and docks in Juneau collecting biological samples and data from commercially caught salmon. Work hours may vary day to day and will be dependent on seafood processing plant schedules and fishery dynamics. The technician will be required to interact with commercial fishermen, processing plant workers and other ADF&G staff. The position will be responsible for interviewing permit holders and recording information, collecting biological samples such as scales and tissue, safe handling and identifying all five species of pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition. Work will be directed by a crew leader and the Juneau Port Sampling Supervisor. When port sampling is not required, this position will assist in the Region I Scale Lab by pressing scales for analysis using a heat press machine. Our organization, mission and culture: The Division of Commercial Fisheries strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries is to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general wellbeing of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. The Division’s core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. This port sampling position assists in the collection of biological data from commercial salmon landings. Data collections may include coded wire tags, fishery performance data, pink sex ratios, age-length data, otoliths, genetic samples, and other biological data as directed. This information is used directly to manage the State of Alaska salmon fisheries. Some of our work is conducted as part of the Pacific Salmon Treaty and is considered the foundation on which the salmon management of Southeast Alaska is built. The benefits of joining our team: The State of Alaska is an excellent employer that offers benefits, including medical and accruement of leave. These positions are considered entry level and many of the biologists and managers that are currently with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game got their start as a port sampler. The working environment you can expect: The work is performed on docks and in the processing plants in Juneau, often in cold and wet conditions. Numerous sampling programs are involved, and several different sampling forms must be filled out correctly. Attention to detail is a requirement. Who we are looking for:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Heidi Ingram, Fishery Biologist 2
Phone: (907) 465-2444
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 2(PCN 11-4122)
Salary: $20.14 Hourly
Location: Valdez, AK
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 44974
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Sport Fish
Opening Date: 04/02/2024
Closing Date: 04/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
The incumbent will collect biological samples and interview data from sport anglers participating in Pacific halibut and groundfish fisheries in Prince William Sound out of the port of Valdez. The incumbent will work independently, must be able to identify or learn to identify Alaskan groundfish species, and must have a positive attitude when working with the public. Our organization, mission and culture: The mission of the Division of Sport Fish is to protect, maintain, and improve Alaska’s sport fisheries. The incumbent collects fisheries’ dependent data that is used by State, national, and international fisheries management organizations to ensure Alaska’s groundfish are managed sustainably. The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The benefits of joining our team: Port sampling is a great way to gain experience working with the public as a fishery professional. This independent, high-profile position will allow the incumbent to experience first-hand how fisheries regulations affect recreational anglers and fishing guides. The working environment you can expect: Valdez is a small, scenic, and friendly fishing town at the head of Prince William Sound. Fishing, hiking, and marine recreation opportunities are nearly limitless. The incumbent will be the only ADF&G staff member in town and will spend their shifts at the Valdez small boat harbor and a small office in the courthouse building. A State of Alaska vehicle will be provided for transportation to and from the harbor. Shifts will begin in the afternoon between 12-3pm and the incumbent will receive 2 consecutive days off each week, but these will rarely fall on weekends. Three days per week will be spent collecting AWL samples from sport caught halibut, rockfish, and lingcod and two days per week will be spent interviewing anglers. The sampling season will begin in mid-May and end in late August. There is some flexibility in start and end dates if necessary. Housing will not be provided. Who we are looking for: To be successful in this position the incumbent will need the following core competencies:
Special Note:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. FIREARMS This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A “misdemeanor crime of domestic violence” is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Clay McKean
Phone: 907-267-2451
Fax: 907-235-2448
Email: clay.mckean@alaska.gov
Marian Ford
Phone: 907-235-1731
Fax: 907-235-2448
Email: marian.ford@alaska.gov
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 2(PCN 11-5007)
Salary: $18.14 Hourly
Location: Wrangell, AK
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 44289
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Opening Date: 02/21/2024
Closing Date: 05/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
The Department of Fish and Game, Commercial Fisheries Division is seeking to hire one seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 to collect biological and catch effort data from the commercial harvest of salmon and shellfish but could include groundfish depending on fishery dynamics. This sampling will be conducted at commercial seafood processors in Wrangell, Alaska. The person filling this position will be responsible for interviewing permit holders and recording information in applications housed on a ruggedized computer tablet, as well as collecting biological data and identifying all five species of pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition. The incumbent can expect to work irregular and sometimes long hours and this position requires the flexibility to work evenings and weekends (depending on the changing aspects of fisheries). Our organization, mission and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries is to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general wellbeing of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. The Division’s core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. This port sampling position assists in the collection of biological data from commercial salmon landings for: coded wire tags, fishery performance data, pink sex ratios, age-length data, genetic samples and other biological data as directed. This information is used directly to manage the State of Alaska salmon fisheries, as part of Pacific Salmon Treaty obligations, and is considered the foundation on which the salmon management of Southeast Alaska is built. The benefits of joining our team: The State of Alaska is an excellent employer that offers benefits, including medical and accruement of leave. This position is considered entry level and many of the biologists and managers that are currently with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game got their start as a port sampler. The working environment you can expect: Port sampling work is performed on the docks and inside of commercial seafood processing plants often in cold, slippery and wet conditions. Numerous sampling programs are involved, and several different sampling forms must be filled out correctly. Attention to detail is a requirement. Who we are looking for:
Special Note:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. FIREARMS This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A “misdemeanor crime of domestic violence” is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT This is a continuous recruitment for the Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 job class. Vacancies will be filled as soon as qualified applicants are identified. Recruitment in this job class may continue after those positions are filled, and as new vacancies become available. NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Alyssa Tomczyk, Fishery Biologist 1
Phone: (907) 772-3801
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 3(PCN 11-1735, PCN 11-1622)
Salary: $20.48 Hourly
Location: Petersburg, AK
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 44476
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Opening Date: 03/05/2024
Closing Date: 06/03/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
The Department of Fish and Game, Commercial Fisheries Division is seeking to hire two seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technician 3s to collect biological and catch effort data from the commercial harvest of salmon and shellfish but could also include groundfish depending on fishery dynamics. The job will also include acting as a crew leader and the incumbent will assist and direct lower-level fishery technicians in sampling during landings at commercial seafood processors in Petersburg and potentially Wrangell, Alaska. The person(s) filling these positions will be responsible for interviewing permit holders and recording information in applications housed on a ruggedized computer tablet, as well as collecting biological data and identifying all five species of pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition. The incumbent can expect to work irregular and sometimes long hours and this position requires the flexibility to work evenings and weekends (depending on the changing aspects of fisheries).Our organization, mission and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries is to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general wellbeing of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. The Division’s core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. This port sampling position assists in the collection of biological data from commercial salmon landings for: coded wire tags, fishery performance data, pink sex ratios, age-length data, genetic samples, and other biological data as directed. This information is used directly to manage the State of Alaska salmon fisheries, as part of Pacific Salmon Treaty obligations, and is considered the foundation on which the salmon management of Southeast Alaska is built. The benefits of joining our team: The State of Alaska is an excellent employer that offers benefits, including medical and accruement of leave. This position is considered entry level and many of the biologists and managers that are currently with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game got their start as a port sampler. The working environment you can expect: Port sampling work is performed on the docks and inside of commercial seafood processing plants often in cold, slippery and wet conditions. Numerous sampling programs are involved, and several different sampling forms must be filled out correctly. Attention to detail is a requirement. Who we are looking for:
Special Note: Valid Driver’s license is required.
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT This is a continuous recruitment for the Fish and Wildlife Technician 3 job class. Vacancies will be filled as soon as qualified applicants are identified. Recruitment in this job class may continue after those positions are filled, and as new vacancies become available. Multiple hires will be made from this posting. Therefore, applicant non-selection notifications will not occur until the entire recruitment and selection process is complete. This recruitment will be continuously open for 90 days.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Alyssa Tomczyk, Fishery Biologist 1
Phone: (907) 772-3801
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Fish and Wildlife Technician 3(PCN 11-1936)
Salary: $20.48 Hourly
Location: Craig, AK
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 44194
Department: Fish and Game
Division: Sport Fish
Opening Date: 02/21/2024
Closing Date: 04/11/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Category: Clerical & Data Entry / Research / Sciences / Wildlife
What you will be doing:
Under the supervision of a Fisheries Biologist 3 this position serves as crew leader assisting the Area Management Biologist with the Southeast Alaska Marine Harvest Studies (MHS) program. This position will lead up to 4 Fish and Wildlife Technician 2s. In additions the position will interview anglers and collect samples from a variety of fish species, assist with office work including entering/editing data, organizing and shipping samples and training technicians. Our organization, mission and culture: The mission of the Division of Sport Fish is to protect, maintain and improve the State’s sport fisheries. This position collects important data for the fisheries research sampling goals of multiple projects including cutthroat trout sampling, rockfish maturity and the Marine Harvest Studies Program. This data is directly used in sport fisheries management decisions of salmon and groundfish. Interactions with the public provide an excellent opportunity to conduct field work, anglers’ interactions, fish identification and the research conducted by the Division of Sport Fish in Southeast Alaska. The benefits of joining our team: This is a great opportunity to gain fisheries and crew leader experience and begin an exciting career with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, or it could just be a fun summer job with a variety of field and office work and interacting with fishermen excited to show you their catch and tell you about their day. The working environment you can expect: Work will be conducted in the fishing communities of Craig and Klawock. Work entails assisting the local biologist with technician supervision and training, visiting local harbors, boat ramps and charter businesses to contact and interview anglers. A variety of fish species will be encountered, identified, measured and examined for tags. All data will be entered on user friendly iPads. Who we are looking for: To successfully collect the required data a candidate will have or develop the following competencies: • Good communication skills, good organizational skills and basic math skills. • Attention to detail necessary for collecting quality data and biological samples. • Ability to work independently in a self-motivated and self-directed manner. • Familiarity with Alaska sport fisheries, fish species and sport fish regulations. To view the general description and example of duties please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs Special Note:
Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduation or the equivalent. Additional Required Information
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Documents requested at time of application:
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. FIREARMS This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A “misdemeanor crime of domestic violence” is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICE If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Craig Schwanke
Phone: (907) 826-2498
Fax: (907) 826-2562
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