Job Title: NATURAL RESOURCE TECHNICIAN 2 *04886W
Opening Date/Time: Wed. 05/24/17 12:00 AM Pacific Time
Closing Date/Time: Sun. 06/04/17 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary: $2,431.00 – $3,140.00 Monthly
Job Type: On-Call
Location: Kittitas County – Ellensburg, Washington
Department: Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
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Description  Benefits  Supplemental Questions
The Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field. We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is dedicated to preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable recreational and commercial opportunities dependent on viable fish and wildlife populations. Each day, WDFW employees facilitate fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities for millions of residents and visitors. WDFW’s employees–field and laboratory biologists, geneticists, research scientists, hatchery professionals, policy experts, fully commissioned law enforcement officers, land stewards, lab technicians, property acquisition specialists, customer service representatives and others work throughout the state. WDFW employees protect and restore critical habitat, strive to facilitate species recovery when necessary, and manage hundreds of fish and wildlife species. WDFW employees maintain nearly a million acres of public wildlife lands. They interpret, apply and enforce state and federal laws and collaborate with stakeholders to protect fish and wildlife resources. Find out more about us and the important work we are a part of at www.wdfw.wa.gov.

Natural Resource Technician 2
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is recruiting one (1) part time, on-call, Natural Resource Technician 2 located in the Wildlife Program, Region 3. This position reports to the Wildlife Conflict Specialist, but works interdependently with other Wildlife Program professionals and Enforcement staff to assist in addressing issues.

Under general direction, this position assists the Wildlife Conflict Specialist in Kittitas and Yakima Counties in responding to, addressing and resolving wildlife conflicts reported by private landowners. Specifically, this position will primarily focus on elk-related agricultural conflicts with a focus on implementing fencing and other non-lethal approaches to mitigate elk damage while assisting the Wildlife Conflict Specialist in the administration of permits which result in the lethal removal of elk.
 Duties:
  • Employ wildlife damage management practices to mitigate human/wildlife conflicts as assigned such as fencing, hazing, herding, trapping, installing signs, applying deterrents and repellants, deploying sound emitting devices, biodeterrents, installing fladry, and monitoring trail cameras. Assist with the preparation, tracking, data entry and coordination of landowner damage prevention agreements and landowner permits.
  • Coordinate with WDFW staff, representatives from other entities, and outside vendors regarding new techniques/technology being utilized to mitigate wildlife damages. Work collaboratively with the Wildlife Conflict Specialist to develop one or more pilot project(s) to test the efficacy of innovative non-lethal wildlife damage mitigation techniques. Obtain product specifications/bids/cost estimates, assist with procurement of equipment and supplies, deploy/install, monitor, and collect/enter/summarize data.
  • Collaborate with other agency employees, partners, and/or volunteers on wildlife damage control issues. Work schedule is 40 hours/week, 5 days/week, and may include evenings and weekends.
 Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or GED, including 1 year of high school science and 1 year of experience as a Natural Resource Technician or Scientific Technician 1 or 2.
Competencies
Well qualified applicants will demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

  • MUST be able to work independently with little or no supervision in the field;
  • Ability to work in inclement weather over difficult terrain, including slippery rocks, steep banks, and sticky mud.
  • Ability to walk, bend, stoop, while at times carrying up to 40 pounds.
  • Ability to load and transport equipment and gear.
  • Ability to use critical thinking in collecting, recording, compiling, and summarizing data.
  • Ability to follow oral and written directions.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member
  • Ability to visually discriminate when identifying and distinguishing biological and physical features.
  • Willingness and ability to perform routine and repetitive work.
  • Willingness to accept supervision.
  • Willingness and ability to perform in a punctual and dependable manner.
  • Willingness to perform in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Ability to complete required administrative paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.

A valid Washington or other State Driver’s License
At a minimum, Nationally Accredited Basic First Aid Certification
 Supplemental Information:
Working Conditions
The successful candidate must be willing and able to:

  • Work hours outside of the regular 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday work hours including evenings and weekends. During peak workloads hours may be long and irregular.
  • Work in all weather conditions including extreme heat or snow and sometimes over difficult terrain and surfaces up to 90% of the time.;
  • Work alone in remote areas;
  • Travel between wildlife areas to complete job tasks. Travel may include daily round trips of up to 150 miles.
  • Perform routine and repetitive work in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Walk, bend, and stoop, often on uneven terrain while at times carrying up to 40 pounds.
  • Load and transport equipment and gear.
  • Safely operate motor vehicles, ATV’s and other specialized equipment and power tools.  Transports supplies and equipment using trailers to remote sites.

Union
This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) 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.
How to Apply:
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)
  • Three professional references (personal references do not count as professional)

Please note:  Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or 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.

Please note that initial screening will be solely based on the completeness of application materials submitted and the contents and completeness of the “work experience” section of your application in NeoGov. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application may disqualify you from consideration for employment in this position. All information will be verified and documentation may be required.

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