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Fish and Wildlife Technician 3 PCN 111581

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Job Location drjobs

Douglas, WY - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

USD 22 - 22

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Description


This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.



The Alaska Department of Fish and Game Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 3 located in Douglas!

What you will be doing:
The primary duty of this position it to provide commercial fisheries management support for the Taku/Snettisham drift gillnet salmon fishery in the marine waters southeast of Juneau by conducting onthegrounds interviews with fishermen aboard a marvelous 25foot 250hp outboardpowered boat. The ability to safely navigate a boat through marine waters maintenance of department boats and equipment identification and enumeration of all species of Pacific salmon in test fisheries and stream surveys data collection and organization and participation in field research projects are among the duties that make this position varied and engaging. This position will be staffed from approximately June 1 through September 30.

Our organization mission and culture:
The mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries involves management of fisheries consistent with the sustained yield principle to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish and shellfish based on scientifically sound assessments. This position is instrumental in the collection and organization of fisheries data to provide the Juneau Area Management team which allows for informed management decisions to be made in area fisheries with the overall objective of maintaining sustainable fisheries.
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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 treated equitably and treated respectfully.

The benefits of joining our team:
This position represents the department and fosters a relationship with commercial fishermen that is integral to the success of local salmon fisheries. The variety of tasks time spent on the water in the Juneau area and satisfaction that stems from being part of a functional team make this position dynamic and enjoyable.

The working environment you can expect:
This position is stationed at the ADF&G Douglas Regional Office and works as a team with another Fish and Wildlife Technician 3. Work duties typically involve day trips from the Douglas office and the use of a truck outboardpowered boat or aircraft for transportation to the fishing grounds or where fisheries data can be collected to inform fisheries managers. Work may involve exposure to wild animals insects and inclement weather. This is an intown position located in Douglas/Juneau. Room board and relocation are not provided. Work schedules can have irregular hours and the incumbent may be required to work holidays and weekends.

Who we are looking for:
  • Experience with operation navigation trailering and maintenance of outboardpowered marine vessels equipped with VHF radio GPS chart plotter depth sounder and radar.
  • Good verbal communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of and experience with the commercial fishing industry.
  • Knowledge of Pacific salmon including the ability to identify and differentiate species.
  • Experience entering and organizing data and using Microsoft Office.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 3 please go to the following link:


Special Note:

  • A valid drivers license is required.

  • This position may be in possession of or have access to firearms/ammunition.


Provided by the Department:

First aid/CPR
Marine Safety Training (AMSEA)
Arms/ammo Safety Training



Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or the equivalent.
AND
Six months experience at the developmental level of fish and wildlife technician or aide. With the State of Alaska this experience is equivalent to Fish and Wildlife Technician 2.
OR
One year of technical laboratory and/or field experience involving fish or wildlife research management or habitat protection; as a commercial fisher guide or trapper; or a subsistence hunter or fisher.

Substitutions:
An additional six months of work experience involving fish wildlife outdoor manual labor or in a laboratory may substitute for the high school graduation or equivalent.
Bachelor of Science degree in fisheries wildlife or habitat protection may substitute for a maximum of two years of technical laboratory or field experience involving fish or wildlife research management or habitat protection.

Special Requirements:
Work may involve exposure to animals insects inclement weather low level flying travel by boat or skiff or contact with and chemicals. Housing may consist of bunkhouses vessels or wall tents. 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.

Fields of study comparable to fisheries wildlife or habitat protection include aquaculture biology ichthyology microbiology ornithology and zoology.

Additional Required Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Required at the time of application submission:
  • Transcripts if using to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are acceptable).

Required at time of interview if selected:
  • A list of three 3 Professional references (including current phone numbers).

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.


SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proofread your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.


FIREARMS

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104208 if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence you may not hold this position.


A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is an offense that is 1 a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and 2 has as an element the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by a current or former spouse parent or guardian of the victim by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse parent or guardian or by a person similarly situated to a spouse parent or guardian of the victim.


If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence do NOT apply for this position.


EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required.(Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.


WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employer name your job title dates of employment and whether fullor parttime. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.


NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.


MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one 1 vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety 90 days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.


EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats please callorin Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 oror correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.


NOTICE

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