Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 (PCN 111504)
Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 (PCN 111504)
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- This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check ourresidency 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 2 located in Douglas!
What you will be doing:
The Department of Fish and Game Commercial Fisheries Division is seeking to hire a seasonal Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 to collect biological samples from commercially harvested salmon and shellfish in Juneau Alaska. This is a seasonal position which will be active from mid-June through September depending on the dynamics of commercial fisheries openings/closings. The selected candidate will develop a working knowledge of the port sampling program in the Juneau management area. The technician in this port sampling position will work at least 7.5 hours per day up to 5 days a week (with potential opportunities for overtime) in the seafood processing plants and docks in Juneau collecting biological samples and data from commercially caught salmon. Work hours may vary day to day and will be dependent on seafood processing plant schedules and fishery dynamics. The technician will be required to interact with commercial fishermen processing plant workers and other ADF&G staff. The position will be responsible for collecting biological samples such as scales and tissue safe handling and identifying all five species of pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition and interviewing permit holders and recording information. Work will be directed by a crew leader and the Juneau Port Sampling Supervisor. When port sampling is not required this position will assist in the Region I Scale Lab by pressing scales for analysis using a pneumatic heat press machine.
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 treated equitably 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.
This port sampling position assists in the collection of biological data from commercial salmon landings. Data collections may include coded wire tags fishery performance data pink sex ratios age-length data otoliths genetic samples and other biological data as directed. This information is used directly to manage the State of Alaska salmon fisheries. Some of our work is conducted as part of the Pacific Salmon Treaty and is considered the foundation on which the salmon management of Southeast Alaska is built.
The 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 got their start as a port sampler.
The working environment you can expect:
The work is performed on docks and in the processing plants in Juneau often in cold and wet conditions. Numerous sampling programs are involved and several different sampling forms must be filled out correctly. Attention to detail is a requirement. 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:- Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to identify Pacific Salmon to species in ocean bright condition
- Ability to operate a pneumatic heat press machine after training is provided.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that will be dependent on commercial fishery openers and closures.
- This position requires the ability to repetitively lift fish and gear up to 50 pounds regularly.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 please go to the following link:
Special Note:- Valid Drivers License is required.
Department provides:- First Aid and CPR certification
- Cybersecurity training
Minimum Qualifications
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 drugs 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.Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
If selected please provide the following at the time of the interview:
- Three (3) professional references including current phone number.
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 proof-read 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.
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.with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).
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 full-or part-time. 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 call 1- or in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1- or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE
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InformationFor specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Heidi Ingram Fishery Biologist 2Phone:
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Temp
