{"id":36654,"date":"2021-01-14T12:55:50","date_gmt":"2021-01-14T20:55:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=36654"},"modified":"2021-01-14T12:55:51","modified_gmt":"2021-01-14T20:55:51","slug":"job-fish-biologist-1-non-permanent-dept-of-fish-and-wildlife-olympia-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-fish-biologist-1-non-permanent-dept-of-fish-and-wildlife-olympia-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Fish Biologist 1 &#8211; Non-Permanent, Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (Olympia, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<div class=\"summary container\" data-printing-url=\"http:\/\/agency.governmentjobs.com\/washington\/job_bulletin.cfm?jobID=2950054&amp;sharedWindow=0\" data-location=\"Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, WA\" data-job-hits-counter-url=\"\">\n<div class=\"term-container\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div id=\"salary-label-id\" class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Salary<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">$3,294.00 &#8211; $4,286.00 Monthly<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div id=\"location-label-id\" class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Location<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, WA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Job Type<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">Full Time &#8211; Non-Permanent<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Department<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value department-name\">Dept. of Fish and Wildlife<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Job Number<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<div class=\"term-value\">2021-00080<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\"><\/div>\n<div>Apply here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/2950054\/fish-biologist-1-non-permanent-00080-21\">https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/2950054\/fish-biologist-1-non-permanent-00080-21<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"summary container\" data-printing-url=\"http:\/\/agency.governmentjobs.com\/washington\/job_bulletin.cfm?jobID=2950054&amp;sharedWindow=0\" data-location=\"Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, WA\" data-job-hits-counter-url=\"\">\n<div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"span2\">\n<div class=\"term-description\">Closing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" closing-info term-value\">1\/15\/2021 11:59 PM Pacific<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-content tab-content\">\n<div id=\"details-info\" class=\"tab-pane active fr-view\">\n<dl>\n<dt>Description<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><strong>Full-Time\/Non-permanent<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>(7) 6-months \u2013 Fish Biologist 1<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Fish Program \u2013 Hatchery Division<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>1111 Washington Street., Olympia, WA.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<p><em>This recruitment is essential to maintain operations and fulfill WDFW\u2019s legal obligations:<strong>\u00a0Essential due to: \u00a0<\/strong><\/em><em><strong>Maintain<\/strong><\/em><strong>.<\/strong><em><strong>\u00a0animal husbandry, maintain hatchery operations to ensure fish\/animals stay alive and associated testing\/vet response etc.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>WDFW staff comprise a talented and passionate group of people dedicated to protecting Washington\u2019s Natural Resources. \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Do you want to contribute to the agency mission by providing maximum recreational fishing opportunities while ensuring the long-term conservation of salmon, steelhead and inland fisheries resources?<\/p>\n<p>Do you want to make a positive impact to the recovery of federal ESA listed anadromous stocks? \u00a0If so, then join a great team that shares your interests!<\/p>\n<p>These positions works independently to operate an automated\/manual mass marking and coded wire tagging mobile wet lab at hatcheries statewide. \u00a0Plans, organizes, directs, and conducts coded wire tag experiments. \u00a0Analyzes coded wire tag data to determine contribution rates, allocation, brood-stock identification, and effect of mark selective fisheries. \u00a0These positions contributes to the Agency goals of conservation of wild salmon through coded wire tagging and mass marking.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>Duties<\/dt>\n<dt><\/dt>\n<dd>\n<div><strong>Salmon Fingerlings &#8211; Credit-WDFW Staff\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<p><strong>Independently operate an automated\/manual coded wire tagging and mass marking mobile wet lab statewide.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tasks include:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supervise up to 3 contract employees to perform coded wire tagging and\/or mass marking.<\/li>\n<li>Provides hazard communication training and monitor work product.<\/li>\n<li>Assist in teaching WDFW staff in proper tagging and marking techniques.<\/li>\n<li>Plans, organizes, directs, and conducts coded wire tagging.<\/li>\n<li>Diagnose and repair problems with state-of-the-art automated marking\/tagging mobile wet labs including complex robotic systems, video imaging systems, and complex software.<\/li>\n<li>Monitor work product and fish health to provide sound scientific results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Working Conditions<u>\u00a0<\/u><\/strong><u><br \/>\n<\/u><strong>Working sitting, including hazards:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Automated coded wire tag mobile wet lab, hatchery environment, working during inclement weather.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to be on feet all day, ability to lift 40 pounds commonly, ability to work around hatchery ponds, and catwalks over hatchery ponds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<strong>Schedule:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>This is a fulltime temporary position.<\/li>\n<li>8:00 \u2013 5:00 Monday \u2013 Friday with considerable overtime and possible shift work mainly in the spring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Travel Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Extensive travel and driving required. \u00a0Up to 6-months per year, 5 days a week.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Tools and Equipment:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to use electric hand tools, basic hand tools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>License:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>A valid Washington State or other state\u2019s driver\u2019s license.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Customer Interactions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Interacts with Biologists, hatchery Staff, Tribal staff and general public.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Union &#8211; WAFWP<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish &amp; Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish &amp; Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish &amp; Wildlife Professionals.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>Qualifications<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Preferred\/ Desired Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Bachelor\u2019s degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, or environmental science<\/li>\n<li>Experience operating an automated or manual coded wire tagging\/mass marking mobile wet lab.<\/li>\n<li>Experience operating and maintaining Mark IV coded wire tag injectors<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of the coded wire tag system<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge and experience with all types of Electronic Coded Wire Tag Detectors.<\/li>\n<li>Experience working in a salmon hatchery environment<\/li>\n<li>Experience supervising or directing employees<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work independently and be self-motivated<\/li>\n<li>Experience working with hand tools for general repairs to mechanical devices.<\/li>\n<li>Data analysis skills leading to publication of research findings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>Supplemental Information<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><strong>Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In order to successfully apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.careers.wa.gov\/\"><strong>www.careers.wa.gov<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A chronological resume profile that includes education and employment history.<\/li>\n<li>Respond to all supplemental questions.<\/li>\n<li>Three professional references.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>NOTE:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Department of Fish and Wildlife\u2019s priority during the Covid-19 health crisis is to keep our staff, candidates, and the public safe. \u00a0We are hiring and encourage you to apply to open positions. \u00a0Many of our staff are currently working from home; we have transitioned to a virtual recruitment process, to include web-based interviews.<\/p>\n<p><strong>JOIN THE WDFW TEAM:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Learn about our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/wdfw.wa.gov\/about\"><strong>agency<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/wdfw.wa.gov\/about\/jobs\"><strong>perks<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>of working for WDFW!<\/p>\n<p>The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field. \u00a0We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency\u2019s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of professionalism, accountability, empathy, integrity, service, and respect.<\/p>\n<p><strong>VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.\"><strong>RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Subject line should include recruitment number, position and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 \u2013 Veteran)<\/li>\n<li>Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov<strong>MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE:\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Notify us of your military spouse status by email at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov\"><strong>RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov<\/strong><\/a>.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Subject line should include recruitment number, position and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 \u2013 MS)<\/li>\n<li>Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>\u201c<\/em><em>As part of WDFW\u2019s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. \u00a0Therefore; we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. \u00a0All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. \u00a0We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. \u00a0 Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. \u00a0Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8699,"featured_media":34097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes"},"categories":[14,15],"tags":[4,32,33,19,7,9],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36654"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8699"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=36654"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36654\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36655,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36654\/revisions\/36655"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34097"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36654"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=36654"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=36654"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}