Job Title: NATURAL RESOURCE WORKER 2 *10535W
Opening Date/Time: Tue. 11/14/17 12:00 AM Pacific Time
Closing Date/Time: Sun. 11/26/17 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary: $2,313.00 – $2,984.00 Monthly
Job Type: Full Time – Non-Permanent
Location: Asotin County – Clarkston, Washington
Department: Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
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The Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) 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.

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 Worker 2
(Non-permanent; Full-time)
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is recruiting to fill one (1) full time, nonpermanent Natural Resource Worker 2 position located in the Wildlife Program, Region 1, Asotin County, WDFW office located in Clarkston.  The duty station is 1049 Port Way, Clarkston WA 99403, located in Asotin County. The employment period is anticipated to start December 1, 2017 and end February 28, 2018.

The mission of the Department of Fish & Wildlife is to preserve, protect and perpetuate Fish, Wildlife and Ecosystems while providing sustainable Fish & Wildlife for recreational and commercial opportunities. This position will assist district one Conflict Specialist in the implementation of wildlife program goals and objectives in supporting the agency’s mission by resolving conflict between Private Landowners and the Agency’s responsibility to address wildlife conflict, specific to agricultural crop damage caused by elk. The duty station for this position is in the WDFW office located in Clarkston with work performed throughout Asotin and Garfield Counties.
 Duties:
Wildlife Conflict to include:

  • Under the direction of the Wildlife Conflict Specialist, assists with monitoring of elk activity and herding/hazing of elk away from private agricultural lands to reduce damage to crops in Asotin and Garfield counties.
  • Communicate regularly with Wildlife Conflict Specialist on monitoring and herding/hazing efforts.
  • Maintain a written field journal documenting elk numbers and locations, hazing/herding efforts (technique, time of day and length of time), landowner contacts and other information as specified by the Wildlife Conflict Specialist.
  • Assist with temporary fencing projects to reduce elk damage to agricultural crops.
 Qualifications:
Graduation from high school graduation or GED, including 3 months of experience working with Wildlife Conflict.

PREFERRED:
Experience with four-wheel drive vehicles, snowmobiles and ATVs.

A valid Washington or other State Driver’s License

Key Competencies: The qualified applicant will demonstrate knowledge & abilities in the following areas:

  • Knowledge of health and safety policies, procedures and standards.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to de-escalate confrontational situations.
  • Ability to meet productivity standards, deadlines and work schedules.
  • Knowledge of vehicles and equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Ability to work independently maintaining a high quality of work.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
 Supplemental Information:
Working Conditions
The employee is expected to spend the majority of their time working in the field under sometimes difficult conditions.  Weather conditions can vary from below freezing to over 80 degrees F, and terrain is steep and rocky.  Other hazards include poisonous reptiles, insects and plants.  Employees must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds over steep, rugged terrain in cold or hot weather to implement deterrent measures to reduce elk damage to agricultural crops.

How to Apply
To apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov.
If you do not fill out the application profile employment history section and provide references in the application profile, then please attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

  • 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.