Salmon Projects Technician x2
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Job Description
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH PREFERENCE TO TH CITIZENS
Competition #:
Salmon Projects Technician x2 Term
Department: Natural Resources
Location: Trondek Hwechin Offices Dawson YT
Posting Date: May 8 2025
Standard Hours BiWeekly: 80
Start Date: June 16 2025
End Date: August 29 2025
Salary: Level 5 Step 1 ($37.42 hourly)
Closing Date 4:00 (YST): May 21 2025
This position will assist with the Klondike River sonar program enumerating Chinook salmon on the Klondike River. Daily work tasks will include checking Klondike River water levels physically adjusting the fish counting sonar and station sonar data compilations and reviews possible carcass pitch at the end of the spawning season and other duties as required. The incumbent will also assist the TH Fish and Wildlife Branch with the Klondike River Stock Restoration Project. This project will take place at various locations on the Klondike and North Klondike Rivers. This aspect of the project focuses on the respectful collection of adult broodstock Chinook salmon (spawners) so that TH can continue with its stock restoration project. This work is performed in and near the river and applicants must be knowledgeable in working around fast flowing waters. This position will be primarily in a camp setting in and around Dawson City. Helicopter flights aerial surveys and river patrols may also be required.
An Eligibility List may be established from this competition the duration of the eligibility list may be up to 12 months. The eligibility list may be used to fill future permanent fulltime permanent parttime temporary fulltime temporary parttime term or auxiliary oncall vacancies within the same department and classification based on the organizational needs by going the next highest ranked candidate until the eligibility list expires.
If this opportunity interests you please submit a cover letter & resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below as selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter and resume.
Essential Qualifications:
- Postsecondary coursework in a program or discipline related to Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife Management Conservation or similar (preferred) would be considered an asset. An equivalent combination of education skills and experience may be considered.
- Working knowledge and skills in personal safetywilderness and remote First Aid.
- Water safety (i.e. swift water rescue National Lifesaver etc.) or willingness to obtain.
- Excellent monitoring and reporting skills.
- Knowledge of fish and wildlife issues affecting Yukon First Nations People.
- Ability to work in offgrid camp settings and in inclement weather conditions.
- Ability to use a computer and spreadsheets to learn associated software.
- Reliable and punctual.
Assets:
- Knowledge of Trondk Hwchin Traditional Territory and Settlement Lands and the TH Final Agreement.
- Experience with boat safety swift water rescue emergency response and bush travel an asset.
- Experience and/or knowledge of fisheries field work or Fish and Wildlife management with a particular emphasis on fisheries an asset.
Conditions of Employment:
- Criminal Record Check.
- Remote First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
- TH 101 Cultural Awareness Training or willingness to obtain.
A detailed job description is available upon request.
To Apply:
more information contact Human Resources:
Phone:
(867) 9937100
Send inquiries to:
Physical Location: 1242 Front Street Dawson City Yukon
We thank all applicants but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
To work together to speak with one voice and to serveTrondkHwchinCitizens
inthe pursuit of a strong healthy and united future.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
