{"id":60171,"date":"2026-07-16T13:13:01","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T20:13:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=60171"},"modified":"2026-07-16T13:13:01","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T20:13:01","slug":"job-wildlife-conflict-specialist-fish-and-wildlife-biologist-3-2-openings-dept-of-fish-and-wildlife-olympia-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-wildlife-conflict-specialist-fish-and-wildlife-biologist-3-2-openings-dept-of-fish-and-wildlife-olympia-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Wildlife Conflict Specialist &#8211; Fish and Wildlife Biologist 3 &#8211; 2 Openings, Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (Olympia, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><!--more--><strong><span style=\"font-size: inherit\">Salary<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"tab-content entity-details-tabs\">\n<div id=\"info\" class=\"entity-details-container\">\n<div class=\"scrollable-container\">\n<div class=\"summary container\" data-printing-url=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/newprint\/5410398\" data-location=\"Multiple Locations - Western Washington, WA\" data-job-id=\"5410398\" data-job-source=\"0\">\n<div class=\"term-container-new\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>$5,642.00 &#8211; $7,592.00 Monthly<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"location-label-id\" class=\"term-description\"><strong>Location<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p class=\"job-location\">Multiple Locations &#8211; Western Washington, WA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Job Type<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>Full Time &#8211; Permanent<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Job Number<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>2026-05824<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Department<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>Dept. of Fish and Wildlife<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Opening Date<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>07\/14\/2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\"><strong>Closing Date<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>7\/26\/2026 11:59 PM Pacific<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"entity-details-buttons\">\n<ul class=\"nav tab-buttons\" role=\"tablist\">\n<li class=\"active description\" role=\"presentation\"><a id=\"description\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/5410398\/wildlife-conflict-specialist-fish-and-wildlife-biologist-3-permanent-2-open#details-info\" data-toggle=\"tab\">DESCRIPTION<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"benefits\" role=\"presentation\"><a id=\"benefits\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/5410398\/wildlife-conflict-specialist-fish-and-wildlife-biologist-3-permanent-2-open#details-benefits\" data-toggle=\"tab\">BENEFITS<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"questions\" role=\"presentation\"><a id=\"questions\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/5410398\/wildlife-conflict-specialist-fish-and-wildlife-biologist-3-permanent-2-open#details-questions\" data-toggle=\"tab\">QUESTIONS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\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>\n<h2>Description<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p><img class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/AAAAAAA.png\" alt=\"Characters : 0\" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"null\" data-uw-rm-alt-hash=\"6066669510235164\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"CT\" \/><br \/><br \/><strong>Title- <\/strong>Wildlife Conflict Specialist<br \/><strong>Classification- <\/strong>Fish and Wildlife Biologist 3<br \/><strong>Job Status- <\/strong>Full-Time &#8211; Permanent<br \/><strong>Number of Vacancies- <\/strong>Two (2)<br \/><strong>WDFW Program-\u00a0<\/strong>Wildlife Program<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><br \/><strong>*Duty Station-<\/strong> Multiple Locations \u2013 Klickitat and Clark Counties<br \/><strong>Please Note- <\/strong>This position is eligible for an additional 15% pay differential when the incumbent is performing low level flight duties or chemical immobilization as noted in the duties listed below.<\/p>\n<p>*Multiple Duty Stations:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><em>One (1) Position \u2013 Ridgefield, Washington \u2013 Clark County\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>One (1) Position \u2013 White Salmon, Washington \u2013 Klickitat County\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<br \/>\n<p>Learn more about being a member of <a href=\"https:\/\/wdfw.wa.gov\/about\/jobs\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/wdfw.wa.gov\/about\/jobs\" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=\"\"><strong>Team WDFW<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n<br \/><img class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/20260714144404_Bull%20Elk%20and%20Wigeon%20Ducks;%20John%20Gussman.png\" alt=\"An image without description\" data-uw-rm-alt-dynamic=\"\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"QU\" \/><br \/><br \/>\n<p data-pasted=\"true\"><em>Photo Caption: Bull Elk and Wigeon Ducks \u2013 Photo Credit: John Gussman<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>As a senior level biologist, you\u2019ll apply your expertise and resolve human-wildlife conflict issues by providing sustainable solutions.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Envision yourself working closely with private landowners to resolve damage to commercial crops, livestock, and other private property, with a primary focus on conflicts involving ungulates and carnivores.<\/strong><\/p>\n<br \/>\n<p><strong>In this dynamic role you will also lead efforts in Damage Prevention Cooperative Agreements, <\/strong><strong>provide technical assistance to landowners related to preventative measures,\u00a0<\/strong><strong>depredation investigations, and assist in fostering recreational access opportunities. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>What to Expect-<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<br \/>\n<p>Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Wildlife Conflict Specialist will,\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Work with private landowners to prevent and control ungulate (elk and deer), turkey, and waterfowl depredation on crops and property damage and coordinate with federal agencies for other wildlife species when applicable:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<br \/>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div>Provide a timely response for field investigations of crop depredation, primarily caused by ungulates.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Conduct complex inspections and investigations to determine the nature and extent of damage to commercial crops.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Identify damage mitigation alternatives and prioritize efforts aimed at resolving wildlife damage.\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Interact and coordinate with producers and crop assessors during the damage claim process.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Negotiate contracts and\/or agreements and identify settlement options with landowners and\/or producers.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Prepare final damage prevention strategy and associated landowner\/producer agreement for agency approval. \u00a0<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Perform follow-up inspections to ensure corrective action is implemented to address wildlife crop depredation.\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Work with private landowners, department staff and WDFW Enforcement personnel to prevent, reduce and control wildlife damage, livestock depredations and human safety concerns related to carnivores (<\/strong><strong>cougar, bear, wolf, bobcat, coyote)<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div>Provide a timely response for field investigations (such as necropsies) of livestock mortality\/injury purportedly caused by carnivores.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Conduct complex inspections and investigations (such as necropsies) to determine the cause of mortality for domestic livestock.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Coordinate with WDFW and\/or Federal, State, and Local enforcement staff involved in investigations of wildlife conflict.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Utilize capture and immobilization equipment, coordinate with hound handlers, and use firearms to capture and\/or euthanize carnivores, when necessary, and follow agency policies and procedures.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Prepare final damage prevention strategy and associated landowner\/producer agreement for agency approval.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Document public safety or livestock damage incident details, landowner interactions, agency actions, and both non-lethal and lethal (if applicable) deterrent measures in a database.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Perform follow-up inspections to ensure corrective action is implemented to address carnivore\/livestock conflicts.\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Respond to reports of injured wildlife and\/or dangerous wildlife and independently make decisions as to disposition:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Physically capture injured wildlife when necessary.<\/li>\n<li>Utilize immobilization equipment (e.g., dart gun), syringes, needles, and darts to administer chemical immobilization drugs to injured wildlife.<\/li>\n<li>Coordinate and\/or deliver injured wildlife to appropriate rehabilitation facility.<\/li>\n<li>Utilize firearms or approved drugs to provide field euthanasia of injured wildlife when necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Provide outreach and communication to other agencies, tribes, and public on wildlife damage control issues:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Plan, facilitate, and represent the program\/agency in public meetings, hearings, presentations and workshops involving wildlife conflict management in local assigned area.<\/li>\n<li>Provide education and outreach information designed to reduce negative wildlife interactions.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Administrative and other duties as assigned:<\/strong><\/p>\n<br \/>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div>Maintain records related to wildlife damage complaints, crop damage losses, lethal and non-lethal strategies implemented, and animals lethally removed.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Participate in trapping, transfer, and releasing wildlife; tissue and specimen collection; and conducting priority game surveys when involving conflict management.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Plan, facilitate and\/or represent assigned area regarding wildlife conflict and damage abatement in public meetings, technical committees, hearings, presentations, and workshops.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Working Conditions:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Work setting, including hazards:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>Field work includes travel to and from field sites and work in outdoor conditions often in extreme weather conditions. Outdoor work settings include private land that may be in active crop production.<\/li>\n<li>Field surveys are conducted by airplane, helicopter, vehicle, and on foot.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Work with dangerous wildlife, pyrotechnics, firearms, and scheduled\/classified drugs. Handling of biological material with potential for hazardous exposure. Use of needles and cutting instruments.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Work in inclement weather over difficult terrain, including deep snow, slippery rocks, steep banks, and sticky mud.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Walk, bend, stoop, often on uneven terrain while at times carrying up to 50 pounds. Load and transport equipment and gear.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Schedule:<\/strong> Typically, Monday \u2013 Friday, 8:00 A.M. \u2013 5:00 P.M. Long and irregular hours to such as evenings and weekends as needed to meet business needs and emergent issues.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Travel Requirements:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Frequent single-day trips to work sites throughout assigned area. Infrequent overnight travel to other areas of Washington, for up to one (1) week at a time, may occur to attend conferences, train and assist with fieldwork.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>The position whose duty station is in the Ridgefield Office is responsible for covering Wahkiakum, Lewis, and portions of Cowlitz counties.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>The position whose duty station is in the White Salmon Office is responsible for covering Klickitat and portions of Skamania counties.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tools and Equipment:\u00a0<\/strong>Office equipment, personal computer, mobile communication devices, field glasses, pyrotechnics, firearms, paintball guns, hazing devices, electric fencing, GPS, Garmin, cameras, 4&#215;4 trucks (small\/large), trailers, ATVs\/UTVs, snowmobiles, chemical immobilization drugs and delivery devices, hand tools and power tools (electric\/gas).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Customer Interactions:\u00a0<\/strong>Frequent contact with the public, private landowners, hunters, Tribes, employees from within and out of agency to include Federal, State and Local municipalities. May include occasional interactions with individuals experiencing anger, distress, or frustration.<\/p>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<p data-pasted=\"true\"><strong>Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<br \/>\n<p data-pasted=\"true\"><strong>Closely related qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-by-year basis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Required Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bachelor&#8217;s degree in wildlife management, natural resource science, or environmental science.<\/p>\n<p><strong>And<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Three (3) years of professional experience in wildlife management or wildlife research, or habitat management or habitat research.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Or\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Two (2) years as a Fish &amp; Wildlife Biologist 2.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Please Note:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>A Master\u2019s degree in the applicable science will substitute one (1) year of the required experience.<\/li>\n<li>A Ph.D. in the applicable science may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>In addition to the above, the following experience is required (may be gained concurrently):<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>One (1) year of professional experience with: \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Working with ungulate and carnivore conflict issues<\/li>\n<li>Trapping, handling and immobilizing wildlife<\/li>\n<li>Performing complex field investigations and necropsies to identify the cause of a depredation on domestic animals and livestock associated with wild carnivores<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Six (6) months of professional experience in\/with:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Euthanizing\/dispatching animals with a firearm or other approved methods\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Certifications\/Licenses:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><br \/>\u00a0Valid Driver\u2019s License.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Special Requirements\/Conditions of Employment:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>This position has been designated as one for which possession and use of a department-issued firearm is required and essential to performing job duties for the Department. \u00a0Must successfully meet all requirements of agency firearm policy (Policy 7011) and maintain eligibility to possess and use agency-issued firearm(s) at all times while in this position.\n<ul type=\"circle\">\n<li>This includes successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and training to receive authorization to use a firearm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>This position may involve the safe and ethical euthanasia of animals in accordance with established protocols.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to obtain and maintain the required license to handle and administer animal capture and immobilization drugs, in accordance with RCW 69.50.320, RCW 69.41.080, and Chapter 246-945 WAC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Obtain certification to participate in aerial flight surveys before first flight.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>One (1) year of professional experience in\/with:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Wildlife population relationship and ecology<\/li>\n<li>Wildlife-habitat relationships and habitat management requirements<\/li>\n<li>Wildlife damage management and strategies to reduce wildlife\u2013human conflicts<\/li>\n<li>General agriculture, silviculture, and range management principles<\/li>\n<li>Plant and animal species identification, including basic anatomy and physiology<\/li>\n<li>Wildlife management tools and field techniques<\/li>\n<li>Principles of wildlife harvest management<\/li>\n<li>Public speaking and\/or experience working with stakeholders with varying wildlife\/habitat management values<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Six (6) months of professional experience in\/with:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Applying environmental rules, regulations, and permitting requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Field surveys to collect data<\/li>\n<li>Local, state, and federal laws governing wildlife management<\/li>\n<li>Contract administration<\/li>\n<li>Grant writing<\/li>\n<li>Using handheld data collection devices (e.g. smartphones, iPads) in the field and entering data using platforms such as Field Maps or Survey 123\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Working with GIS applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><u>Your application must include the following:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.<\/li>\n<li>An up-to-date resume.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.<\/li>\n<li>At least three professional references with current contact information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Supplemental Information<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In addition to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ofm.wa.gov\/state-human-resources\/compensation-job-classes\/compensation-administration\/salary\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/ofm.wa.gov\/state-human-resources\/compensation-job-classes\/compensation-administration\/salary\">pay<\/a>\u00a0and other\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ofm.wa.gov\/state-human-resources\/compensation-job-classes\/compensation-administration\/special-employee-programs\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/ofm.wa.gov\/state-human-resources\/compensation-job-classes\/compensation-administration\/special-employee-programs\">special employee programs<\/a>, there are other\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ofm.wa.gov\/state-human-resources\/compensation-job-classes\/benefits\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/ofm.wa.gov\/state-human-resources\/compensation-job-classes\/benefits\">benefits<\/a>\u00a0that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the \u201cBenefits\u201d tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important Note:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-9-central\/form-i-9-acceptable-documents\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-9-central\/form-i-9-acceptable-documents\" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=\"\">https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-9-central\/form-i-9-acceptable-documents<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Union &#8211; <\/strong><strong>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.<\/p>\n<br \/>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<img class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/AAAAA.png\" alt=\"This is a YesVets.org logo with a white background. On the left side is a  navy blue star with a red ribbon through the top of the star and two saluting soldiers in white silhouette in the center of the star; and on the right side are the words \" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"This is a YesVets.org logo with a white background. On the left side is a  navy blue star with a red ribbon through the top of the star and two saluting soldiers in white silhouette in the center of the star; and on the right side are the words \" data-uw-rm-alt=\"ALT\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<br \/>\n<p><strong>Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Per <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.leg.wa.gov\/RCW\/default.aspx?cite=73.16.010\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/apps.leg.wa.gov\/RCW\/default.aspx?cite=73.16.010\" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=\"\"><strong>RCW 73.16.010<\/strong><\/a> Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at <a href=\"mailto:Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov\">Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov<\/a><strong>.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Veterans only \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse\/veteran (example: 2024-1234 \u2013 Biologist 1 \u2013 Veteran)<\/li>\n<li>Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<br \/><img class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/AAAA.png\" alt=\"This is a rectangle-shaped logo with dark blue border around a Rainbow Pride LGTBQ Flag, and centered on top of the flag is small colorful oval shaped WDFW Logo with carton images of pine trees, a river, a fish, crab and deer. 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At the bottom of the rectangle, it reads: EVERYONE BELONGS OUTDOORS  in white, all capital letters.\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"ALT\" \/><br \/><br \/>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong><em>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><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.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0<\/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. \u00a0Women, 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.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Request an accommodation: <\/strong>Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Technical Difficulties: <\/strong>If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:support@neogov.com\">support@neogov.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other questions: <\/strong>If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov\">Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov<\/a>\u00a0and reference job #2026-05824.<\/p>\n<br \/>\n<p data-pasted=\"true\"><strong>Know someone who would like to volunteer? 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