{"id":33010,"date":"2020-05-28T14:30:21","date_gmt":"2020-05-28T21:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=33010"},"modified":"2020-05-28T14:30:21","modified_gmt":"2020-05-28T21:30:21","slug":"job-scientific-technician-2-non-permanent-wa-dept-of-fish-and-wildlife-pasco-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-scientific-technician-2-non-permanent-wa-dept-of-fish-and-wildlife-pasco-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Scientific Technician 2 – Non-permanent, WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (Pasco, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Website link here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/2782794-0\/scientific-technician-2-non-permanent-04457-20#new_tab<\/a><\/p>\n

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Salary: $2,781.00 – $3,593.00 Monthly<\/p>\n
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Job Number: 2020-04457<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Closing: 5\/29\/2020 11:59 PM Pacific<\/div>\n
\nDescription<\/p>\n
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Full-Time\/Non-permanent<\/strong>
\nScientific Technician 2<\/strong>\n<\/div>\n

Are you a problem solver that enjoys a challenge? Do you want to make a difference by making a positive impact on the environment? If so, then join a great team that shares your interests! \u00a0 We are looking for applicants who possess excellent people skills, the ability to juggle several high-priority scopes of work, and who want the opportunity to independently problem-solve.<\/p>\n

WDFW employees are provided one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation – find out more about us and the important work we are a part of at\u00a0www.wdfw.wa.gov<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

We are seeking two (2) highly motivated and experienced field Scientific Technician 2’s to work alongside a diverse team promoting the conservation of Washington State’s salmonid population.\u00a0 This opportunity is located in Franklin County and the anticipated appointment length is 6-months.\u00a0 The anticipated start date June 15 through December 15, 2020.<\/strong><\/div>\n

\nThis recruitment is for two (2) 6-month non-permanent Scientific Technician 2 in the Fish Program, Fish Management.\u00a0 The duty station is the WDFW District office located in Pasco, WA. \u00a0 The Scientific Technician 2 plays a key role in the pursuit of Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife’s mission to conserve, enhance, and restore native fish populations in Washington State.\u00a0 These positions provide technical assistance to project leads collecting biological data on sockeye, summer chinook, fall chinook, coho, and steelhead including length, age (scales), and origin.<\/div>\n
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These activities are directly related to the conservation of native fish populations in south central Washington.\u00a0 Technicians will conduct sport fishery and stream surveys in the Columbia River from Richland WA upstream to Priest Rapids Dam. Sport fisheries include the Hanford Reach summer\/fall salmon fisheries and Hanford Reach steelhead fishery.\u00a0 Sport fishery surveys are conducted from June through October. Technician will interview anglers at multiple boat launches and bank access areas within the 50 miles of the Hanford Reach.\u00a0 From late October through mid-December, the technician will assist on stream surveys for post-spawn fall chinook recovery in the Hanford Reach (Columbia River) and in the lower 30 miles of the Yakima River. Stream surveys are conducted primarily by boat with multiple crews of two-four technicians conducting surveys daily. This position will require work on weekends and in inclement weather with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees in the summer and below freezing during stream surveys in the fall. This data collection effort will provide WDFW with the information needed to estimate harvest, impacts to ESA Listed species, origin, and complete run reconstruction of local populations for use in forecasting future returns and to assess the health of these anadromous populations.<\/p>\n

Our ideal applicants will have a positive can-do attitude as they collect\/sample data.\u00a0 In addition, the candidate will share our values of trust, respect, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is eager to work hard and have fun in an environment where there’s never a dull moment.<\/p><\/div>\n

DutiesConducts Field Surveys<\/strong>
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\nConduct fishery monitoring during summer\/fall sport fisheries and stream surveys of post-spawn fall chinook.\u00a0 Collects biological data\/samples including species, gender, length, marks, origin (CWT & otolith), age (scales), and genetic samples.\u00a0 Accurately record and tabulate all data associated with the above listed fishery surveys. Field work will include vehicle operation, hiking shorelines, and boat operation.\u00a0 Applicant must be able to routinely lift up to 20 pounds with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.\u00a0 Applicant must be able to work alone in remote locations and also be able to function as a member of a team during stream surveys.<\/p>\n

Other duties<\/strong>
\nTasks include:<\/strong>
\nMaintains and operates vehicles, boats, and equipment to ensure proper function and safety.\u00a0 Complies with WDFW policies and procedures related to safety and security.\u00a0 Reviews data for accuracy and data entry.<\/p>\n

Working Conditions<\/strong>
\nPosition is full time and may require working over eight hours per day. Position will routinely work in remote locations alone and in a team.\u00a0 Work will require working evenings and weekends.\u00a0Position will require strong communication skills with daily interactions with anglers and the public during creel surveys.<\/p>\n

Work is conducted primarily in the field and will require travel to multiple public access sites.\u00a0 Field work will be conducted during inclement weather including extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, and snow.\u00a0 Position will require some hiking over rough and slippery terrain.\u00a0 Potential encounters with dangerous wildlife including rattlesnakes, or illegal activities (marijuana growing operations, meth labs, poaching, etc.) are possible.\u00a0 Individual may work with chemicals for biological sampling (ethanol) and vehicle operations (gasoline and oil).\u00a0 Technician will be responsible for use and care of vehicles, boats, equipment, PIT tag readers, and CWT wands.<\/p>\n

Union<\/strong>
\nThis position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish and Wildlife Professionals (WAFWP).<\/p>\n

QualificationsScientific Technician 2:\u00a0 Graduation from high school or GED, including one year of high school science and two years of experience as a Scientific Technician 1.<\/p>\n

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Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science and two years of laboratory of field experience as an assistant to a biologist, chemist or zoologist.<\/p>\n

Ability to record research data cleanly and accurately.
\nAbility to work as a team member or independently.
\nBe timely, dependable and be willing to have flexibility in their work schedule.
\nAble to follow directions or ask for clarification so tasks are completed properly. Applicant must be organized and detailed oriented.<\/p>\n

Preferred experience:<\/strong>
\n1+ years fisheries experience
\nDegree in fisheries or closely related field.
\nProficient identification of freshwater and anadromous fish species of the Columbia River.<\/p>\n

Experience working with ESA listed steelhead and salmon.
\nProficient use of computer including Microsoft Office programs.
\nProficient and safe operation of motor vehicles and boats.
\nOperation and maintenance of field sampling equipment including: GPS, CWT wands, PIT tag readers.<\/p>\n

NOTE:<\/strong>\u00a0College course work involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences or closely allies field will substitute, year for year, for experience, provided the course work includes at least six semester or nine quarter hours of natural science classes.<\/p>\n

Supplemental InformationIn order to successfully apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at\u00a0www.careers.wa.gov<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:<\/p>\n