Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 PCN 24 72

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 located in Sitka!

What you will be doing:

The Department of Fish and Game Commercial Fisheries Division is seeking to hire several 3.54 month seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technician 2s 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 codedwire 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 expertise 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 Divisions core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments.

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 port sampling technicians themselves.

The working conditions 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 weeklong 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.

• This position requires the ability to repetitively lift fish and gear up to 50 pounds and work on the docks and in processors in inclement weather.
• This position requires the ability to work in cold wet and loud conditions inside and on the docks of a processing plant that at times will require standing while working in one place for extended periods of time.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an individual with the following competencies/knowledge skills and abilities:

• Strong communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that will be dependent on commercial fishery openers and closures.
• Ability to identify Pacific Salmon to species in ocean bright condition.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 please go to the following link:

Special Note:

A valid drivers license is required.

High school graduation or the equivalent.
OR
Three months as an entry level fish and wildlife technician or aide. With the State of Alaska this experience is equivalent to Fish and Wildlife Technician 1.
OR
Six months of work experience involving fish wildlife outdoor manual labor or in a laboratory.

Special Requirements:
Exposure to animals insects inclement weather low level flying travel by boat or skiff or contact with and chemicals may occur. Housing may consist of bunkhouses vessels or wall tents. Some duties may be restricted for employees under the age of 18 in accordance with State and federal child labor laws. Positions are seasonal or temporary.

Special Note:
High school diploma equivalent means one of the following: 1 a GED (general educational development); 2 completion of any basic adult education course equivalent to 480 class hours 16 weeks at 30 course hours per week); 3 acceptance in full standing by an accredited college or university; or 4 highest grade of school completed plus an amount of paid or volunteer experience that totals 12 years.

An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required high school diploma or equivalent within three months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please provide at time of application submission:

• Transcript if used to meet MQs A list of names and daytime phone numbers of three 3 professional references.
• A list of names and daytime phone numbers of three 3 professional references.

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.

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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Isabel Platten