{"id":33216,"date":"2020-06-11T15:32:35","date_gmt":"2020-06-11T22:32:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=33216"},"modified":"2020-06-11T15:32:35","modified_gmt":"2020-06-11T22:32:35","slug":"job-scientific-technician-2-non-permanent-wa-dept-of-fish-and-wildlife-chelan-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-scientific-technician-2-non-permanent-wa-dept-of-fish-and-wildlife-chelan-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Scientific Technician 2 – Non-permanent, WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (Chelan, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Website link here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/2791112-0\/scientific-technician-2-non-permanent-04665-20#new_tab<\/a><\/p>\n

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Salary: $2,781.00 – $3,593.00 Monthly<\/div>\n
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Job Number: 2020-04665<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Closing: 6\/12\/2020 5:00 PM Pacific<\/p>\n

Description<\/p>\n

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Scientific Technician 2<\/strong><\/div>\n
Full-Time\/Non-permanent<\/strong><\/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!<\/p>\n

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.
\nWDFW 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\u00a0<\/strong>three (3) highly motivated and experienced field Scientific Technician 2 to work alongside a diverse team promoting the conservation of Washington State’s salmonid population.\u00a0 This opportunity is located in Chelan County and the anticipated appointment length is 4.5-months.<\/strong><\/div>\n

This recruitment is for three (3) 4.5-month non-permanent Scientific Technician 2 in the Fish Program, Fish Management.\u00a0 The duty station is located at 3860 Hwy 97a Wenatchee, WA 98801. \u00a0 Anticipated start date is June 25, 2020.<\/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>\n

Under the supervision of the District Fish Biologist, this position conducts creel surveys during fisheries within the upper Columbia River system, generally above Priest Rapids Dam.\u00a0 Creel surveys are required as part of WDFW permits with NOAA Fisheries. Current permits #1554 and #1395.\u00a0 Also conducts fish population surveys and fish stocking for Lake Chelan and tributaries. \u00a0DutiesConduct creel surveys on lakes and streams to gather information on angler usage and harvest.
\nTasks include:<\/strong>
\nWorking extensively with the public to collect information on fisheries.\u00a0 Includes use of roving creel surveys, total and\/or index counts, and interviewing individual anglers<\/p>\n

Sampling fish metrics.<\/strong>
\nTasks include:<\/strong>
\nIdentifying fish species, taking various measurements, checking for marks and tags (fin clips, floy and\/or pit tags), collecting snouts for analysis, taking scales and\/or otoliths for age studies, and occasionally capturing fish by hook and line.<\/p>\n

Conduct fish abundance surveys in small tributary waters.<\/strong>
\nTasks include:<\/strong>
\nSetting and maintaining block netting, collecting environmental data to include stream section length, average stream width and water temperature.\u00a0 Collecting fish biological data and samples to include scales, tissue samples, length, weight and species determination.<\/p>\n

Other misc. tasks as assigned.<\/strong>
\nTasks include:<\/strong>
\nEquipment maintenance (vehicles, boats, etc); data entry; various paperwork; etc.<\/p>\n

Working conditions<\/strong>
\nSchedule is variable, adjusted according to need, usually five days per week, 24\/7 schedule; weekend work required at times.\u00a0 Daily travel in WDFW issued vehicles up to 2,500 miles per month.\u00a0 Working in inclement weather and walking short distances on uneven ground, wading, and rocky river environments.\u00a0 Must be able to lift weights (fish) up to 40lbs without accommodation.<\/p>\n

Field office in Wenatchee \/ all types of weather – high percentage of time being spent in vehicles, conducting surveys primarily walking and wade the river to conduct angler interviews and effort counts; sometimes boats, rafts.\u00a0 Washington State Driver’s License.<\/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

QualificationsQualifications:<\/strong>
\ngraduation from high school or GED, including on year of high school science and two year’s of experience as a Scientific Technician 1 (or equivalent).<\/p>\n

Preferred Experience<\/strong>
\nExperience conducting creel surveys on resident and\/or anadromous fish species in stream and lake environments;
\nKnowledge of both resident and anadromous fish species;
\nWorking knowledge of stream and\/or lake fish surveys.
\nGood public relations with the ability to work independently.<\/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