State of Washington
Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
invites applications for the position of:
Career Seasonal Scientific Technician 2
*12219-15
SALARY: $2,426.00 – $3,135.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 01/05/15
CLOSING DATE: 01/15/15 05:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is dedicated to protecting native fish and wildlife, and
providing sustainable fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities for millions of residents and visitors.
Working throughout the state, WDFW’s employees–field biologists, enforcement officers, land stewards, lab
technicians, customer service representatives and others—manage hundreds of fish and wildlife species,
maintain nearly a million acres of public wildlife lands, provide opportunities for recreational and commercial
fishing, wildlife viewing and hunting, protect and restore habitat and enforce laws that protect fish and wildlife
resources. Find out more about us and the important work we are a part of at www.wdfw.wa.gov
This recruitment is to fill one (1) 9-month full-time Career Seasonal Scientific Technician 2 position in the Fish
Program, Fish Management/Puget Sound Sampling Unit Feb 1 – April 30 and July 1 – Dec 31 George Adams
Hatchery W 40 Skokomish Valley Road, Shelton, WA 98584
This position collects and summarizes recreational salmon, marine fish and shellfish fisheries catch, and
biological data in Hood Canal to meet sampling goals. The employee obtains stock composition (DNA), age
structure (scales), length information (legal & sublegal proportions), and hatchery/wild fractions (mark-status
proportions). The goals are set by biometricians. Tribal and WDFW biologists use this data to determine
resource status and mange fish and shellfish resources.
DUTIES:
Samples recreational fisheries for salmon, marine fish and shellfish catch to determine catch per unit
of effort and species composition in order to obtain valid sport catch estimates for salmon and marine
fish. Collects coded-wire tags (CWT) and biological data.
Tasks include:
Properly implements interview procedures and sampling protocols, and accurately records data on appropriate
forms. Observes, counts, and accurately identifies all salmon and marine fish species. Samples all coho and
Chinook salmon with electronic CWT detection devices (wand or tunnel detectors). Classifies, sorts, and
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enumerates marked tagged, marked untagged, unmarked tagged, and unmarked untagged salmon. Retrieves
snouts with CWTs from Chinook and coho to determine stock specific impacts for fisheries modeling. Samples
catch to obtain stock composition (DNA), age structure (scales), length information (legal & sublegal
proportions), and hatchery/wild fractions (mark-status proportions).
Participates in special studies.
Tasks include: Collects additional catch or biological information for salmon, marine fish, or shellfish. These
studies are intensive and require additional people at the sampling sites and on the water.
Other duties as assigned.
Tasks include:
May include reviewing data, maintaining equipment, and other tasks as needed.
Working Conditions
24/7 (non-scheduled); 40 hours per week; weekend and evening work required. 8 – 10 hours per day between
5 a.m. and 11 p.m. Inside/outside, inclement weather, rough water, noise, odors, repetitive movements of
hands, finger manipulations, long periods of sitting, squatting, walking, climbing in and out of boats, sampling
salmon in a boat, carrying, kneeling, lifting (40 lb. max.) working and standing in confined space, fish blood and
slime, slippery surfaces, raingear, equipment holsters, personal floatation devises (PFD), agency identifying
clothing, bees (yellow jackets), and use of knives. Memory, accuracy, attention to detail, reading and numerical
comprehension, verbal communication skills, ability to recall instructions, function independently.
Rapid but accurate data recording, attention to detail, ability to keep up with fishing effort. Ability to follow
through to completion of assignments. Maintain rapid pace while maintaining professional demeanor.
Enthusiasm, commitment, adaptability and flexibility.
Union
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of
Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish and Wildlife Professionals (WAFWP). As a condition of
employment you must either join the union and pay union dues, or pay the union a representational or other
fee within 30 days of the date you are put into pay status.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or GED, including one year of high school science and two years of experience as
a Scientific Technician 1 OR Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science
and two years of laboratory of field experience as an assistant to a biologist, chemist or zoologist. College
course work involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences or closely allies
field will substitute, year for year, for experience, provided the course work includes at least six semester or
nine quarter hours of natural science classes.
College course work involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences, or closely
allied field will substitute, year for year, for experience, provided the course work includes at least six semester
or nine quarter hours of natural science classes.
Experience is based on full time equivalency (i.e., 40 or more hours/week). Part time work is prorated
(e.g., 20 hours/week for 6 years = 3 years of experience). Do not count experience that was a part of
your educational requirements.
Preferred Experience
At least 12 months experience sampling fisheries in Puget Sound.
Must be able to ID all salmon species, common marine fish species, and shellfish species.
Must be familiar with salmon, marine fish and shellfish life histories, and sport fishing regulations.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
To apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to
your profile before completing the online application:
A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (generic cover letter will not be
accepted)
A current resume (please make it succinct)
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Three professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. E-mailed
documents will not be accepted in lieu of attaching your documents to the online profile.
Upon submission of your online application, you will immediately receive a confirming e-mail. You will then be
notified via e-mail of your status during the process. In addition to the e-mail notifications, you can check the
status of your application at any time by visiting your online profile at www.careers.wa.gov. Due to the high
volume of applications that we receive, we ask your understanding and encourage you to use the online
process and avoid calling for information.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working
environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity
diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and
Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to
apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative
format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.