• Region 3 – Yakima, Washington
• Region 4 – Mill Creek, Washington
• Region 5 – Ridgefield, Washington
• Region 6 – Montesano, Washington

These non-permanent positions will start in June 2018 and will last approximately three (3) months.

Please Note: Application review begins immediately and will continue on an ongoing basis until an adequate pool of candidates is established.  Therefore, it will be to the applicant’s advantage to submit materials as soon as possible.

Under the supervision of a Fish & Wildlife Sergeant will perform general labor.

Tasks include:

• Clean various equipment, vehicles and products.
• Taking inventory of and tracking the use of supplies.
• Stock vehicles for patrol.
• Move and log evidence.
• Basic exposure with marine and/or land patrols.
• Assist Fish & Wildlife Enforcement Officers with compliance checks.
• File and documentation assistance.
• Set up and take down equipment.
• Prepare a variety of equipment for patrols and ensure equipment is stored in a clean, serviceable and ready-for-patrol condition.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Learn the Fish & Wildlife Enforcement Regulation Manual.
• Learn about the WDFW organization and structure.
• Exposure to inter-jurisdictional police activities.
• Gain an understanding of the Enforcement Police role within the WDFW organization and how it intersects with other WDFW programs.
• Gain basic exposure to RCW 77, enabling language for the WDFW.
• Gain basic of understanding of Fish & Wildlife species the WDFW conserves and protects.

• High School/GED Graduate
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Show a willingness to learn and follow directions;
• Willing and able to follow written and oral instructions;
• Show initiative and ask plenty of questions;
• Be dependable;
• Able to travel statewide when necessary.

• Working in an outdoor environment.
• May be required to work in a hostile environment, adversarial situations.
• May be exposed to hazardous work environments and inclement weather conditions.
• Incumbent is expected to work the same schedule as the direct supervisor.
• May travel statewide when necessary
• Office duties require use of standard office furniture and equipment (e.g. desks, files, cabinets, computers, telephones, fax machines, copy machines, etc.)
• Interacts with FWO’s and non-commissioned enforcement staff; headquarters and regional staff from other WDFW programs; local, state, tribal and federal law-enforcement entities; and state citizens.

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 qualification of this position (generic cover letters will not be accepted)
• A current resume (please make it succinct)
• Three professional references (personal references do not count as professional references)

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, and ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, 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 (360) 902-2207.