Wildlife Technician – Term Appointment The Wildlife Program of Port Blakely Tree Farms LP, is currently accepting applications for a seasonal wildlife technician for the 2015 field season. This is a full-time, temporary position lasting up to 3 months based on performance. This position will be based out of Port Blakely’s Tumwater, Washington office with fieldwork occurring across the southwestern portion of the state. Job Description: Primary duties will be to assist company wildlife biologists conducting inventories of aquatic and terrestrial resources and assisting with implementing environmental monitoring programs on our ownership in western Washington. Fieldwork may include assisting with stream surveys and inventories of aquatic and terrestrial habitat features. In addition, the wildlife technician may be asked to perform office work such as data entry and compilation, mapping, equipment maintenance, and other duties as assigned. Successful applicants must: 1) be able to hike for extended periods in rough terrain, pack moderate loads, wade in streams, often in inclement weather conditions; 2) be able to work independently or in groups; 3) be enthusiastic, responsible and self-motivated; 4) possess a valid driver’s license. Preference will be given to candidates with natural resource education and prior experience in stream and wildlife field studies. Dates of employment: June 15 – September 15, however start and end dates are somewhat flexible. Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience and education. To apply: Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the names and phone numbers of 3 references by March 6, 2015 to: Barb Meyer HR Manager Port Blakely Companies 1501 4th Avenue, Suite 2150 Seattle, WA 98101 Or via email at hr@portblakely.com