Seasonal Fisheries Technician 2 (4 Temp. Positions)

LITTLE RIVER BAND OF OTTAWA INDIANS

POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: Seasonal Fisheries Technician 2 NRD (4) Temporary - FT

SUMMARY: Thisseasonalposition willassistthe Fisheries Program with fieldworklaboratoryand data recording duties. This position will include extensive fieldwork equipment upkeep extensive driving and may involve data entry. This position requires flexibility inschedulingincluding late nights andpossibly weekends.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

• Enrollment ina Bachelorsdegree program in fisheriesbiology natural resources or related field; and

• Basic knowledge of fisheriesand aquatic samplingtechniques; and

• Possesses avalid Michigan Operators License with the ability to be insured under Tribes policy; and

• Ability to perform field work under strenuous conditions during all weather conditions; and

• Ability to work early morning late night hours and weekends as dictated byprogramneeds; and

• Ability tomaintainhigh confidentiality; and

• A heightened attention to detail and accuracy; and

• Ability to work cooperatively with all departments.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One (1) year or more of specific field experience in Natural Resources; and

• Experience operating and trailering equipment and watercraft; and

• Proficiencyand demonstrable computer skills with MS Office applications; and

• Experience conducting natural resources surveys and executing detailed instructions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists with preparing and organizing field and sampling equipment for field activities asassigned.
2. Assists with field activities assessments and surveys activities to accomplish NRD Division(s)work plans.
3. Assists with maintaining fabricating and repairs of NRD equipment.
4. Assists with collecting biological data on sampled species and other data as required.
5. Assists with data collection and maintaining records with a high degree of accuracy.
6. Assists with data entry from field assessments surveys monitoring and research as assigned.
7. Operates and maintains company vehicles watercraft ATVs and equipment.
8. Works cooperatively with other LRBOI Tribal divisions and departments.
9. Assists Tribal Citizens in accessing Tribal and Natural Resources Department services.
10. All other position/department related duties as assigned by supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Frequent and long periods of walking standing or sitting and occasional lifting reaching bending
kneeling and stretching is to be expected. The nature of the work also involves manual dexterity to
operate office equipment and field equipment. An employee will need to be able to meet the physical
requirements for a Michigan Operators License. An employee will need normal or corrected to normal
range of sight and hearing and will routinely carry work related materials up to fifty (50) pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a variety of physical environments such as within a climate-controlled environment
to aboard watercraft wading in rivers or lakes and in all types of weather (hot cold humid dry snow
rain ice wind). The employees work schedule will need to be flexible and adjusted according to
program needs including weekends evening and overnight hours. Overnight and local travel may be
necessary for program needs. The employee must be able to effectively handle stressful and
compromising situations while remaining focused and professional as well as be able to deal with
difficult people without losing perspective. The use of personal protective equipment is necessary in this
position. Such equipment may include gloves masks safety glasses work boots sunscreen insect
spray protective or insulated clothing/coverings and life vests (PFD).

Indian Preference appliesin accordance withOrdinance #

Pay Grade: NE Hiring Range: $16.71 -$19.24 - $20.51
Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly/Bi-weekly Pay Background Check: Basic

Instructions:

All application and resume submissions for employment must be made via electronic submission through our online application process. If you need assistance in submitting your application electronically please contact the LRBOI Human Resources Department. The information provided will be used to determine your qualifications. Missing or illegible information may lead to a delay or loss of job opportunity. It is the responsibility of the Applicant to complete the application in its entirety including signature and date. Applications and Indian Preference verification documents must be received by the Human Resources Department prior to the positions closing date and time to be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Cover Letters and Resumes:

Please provide all documents with the original application submission. This includes any applicable licensures certifications degree transcripts etc.

Notice of Indian Preference in Employment:

In accordance with the Little River Band of Ottawa IndiansOrdinance # the Tribe applies Indian Preference in hiring activities. When claiming Indian Preference an applicant must identify oneself in the proper category on the application and provide the documentation noted below. Following is the order in which preference is applied during the hiring process as well as the customary documentation used to verify.

1. Tribal Members of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal identification card.
2. Members of Federally Recognized Indian Tribes Tribal identification card.
3. Tribal Spouse of a Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Member Current and valid marriage license and a copy of spouses tribal identification card or Tribal Parent Same documentation required for tribal spouse.
4. Tribal Descendant(1st generation biological parent must be a Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Member) Birth certificate and a copy of parents tribal identification card.
5. Non-preference If not claiming Indian Preference or if not applicable please continue onto the application.

Go to theLRBOI Employment Page- Complete the online application upload applicable documents and submit the online application upload applicable documents and submit.

Required Experience:

Junior IC