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The Nearshore Habitat Program is seeking a Macroalgae Monitoring Technician to assist with marine vegetation research in Puget Sound. The position will collect field data and analyze macroalgae imagery from towed underwater videography.  It will also assist with other nearshore vegetation studies in the field and laboratory. The program is within the Nearshore Habitat Program, a natural resource monitoring program that assesses the health of nearshore habitat for DNR. This position fulfills, in part, the DNR’s mandate to ‘ensure environmental protection’ by providing scientifically sound data and assessments of state aquatic resources. It also fulfills DNR’s monitoring commitments that are defined in DNR’s performance measures, the Puget Sound Partnership Action Agenda and related plans.

Duties of this position require demonstrated experience in ecological research, including data collection and compilation with the ability to understand and follow written protocols. Skill competencies in ecological research include:

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology or related natural science, or an associate’s degree in natural science or related program and one year of experience working as an agricultural research technician, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience of field and laboratory based data collection and species identification;
• Ability to process scientific data according to defined procedures;
• Working knowledge of data analysis principles and basic summary statistics;
• Ability to create, manipulate, and QC data sets using excel, access or R.
• Ability to summarize procedures and scientific findings in written and oral format;
• Results orientation – Able to effectively manage time and prioritize workloads to complete projects by set dates. When challenged, responds positively by focusing on desired outcomes and how best to achieve them. Looks for opportunities to help move a project along. Quickly senses what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal. Responds to setbacks with renewed and increased efforts.
• Teamwork- works collaboratively in a small workgroup; treats others with respect and dignity; recognizes the contributions of others; successfully represents the Nearshore Habitat Program in external groups; demonstrates a constructive, team-oriented attitude by providing input to team members that promote timely completion of high quality products.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience identifying and distinguishing marine algae found in Puget Sound, especially kelp;
• Knowledge of scientific literature related to kelp ecology, trends, and stressors;
• Familiarity with video recording and playback equipment;
• Experience with collecting and processing water column nutrient samples;
• Experience in collection and preparation of specimens in order to perform laboratory analysis;
• Small boat experience.
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems, such as ArcGIS.
• Experience in remote sensing methods for assessing status and trends of vegetated habitats.
• Working experience in marine and estuarine waters of the Pacific Northwest, especially areas within Puget Sound.
• Familiarity with Washington DNR’s aquatic resource management responsibilities.
• Interest in long term environmental monitoring of Puget Sound

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• The incumbent in this position is required to travel and be able to work in the field, up to 12 hours per day with overnight stays of up to 6 nights
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function.  Employees who drive for state business, whether in a state or privately owned vehicle, are required to possess a valid license as defined in policy PO02-006 and abide by all other driver responsibility requirements.
• Have the ability to work on uneven terrain and on a boat in all weather conditions.
• Have binocular color vision.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above)
• You must submit the following:
  • Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
  • Attach your Resume – do not add it into the text of the application, it must be an attachment.
  • The names of three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include with resume.
• Carefully review your application materials before submitting. If you fail to submit the required documents, you may no longer be considered for the position by the supervisor.

Application Status – once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account.  Finalists for the position will be contacted by the hiring managers directly.

Note: Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record issued from all states in which they have held a license during the past 3 years.

Questions?  Please contact Helen Berry, helen.berry@dnr.wa.gov, 360-902-1052 or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

By submitting the application materials you are indicating that all information is true and correct to the best of your knowledge.  You understand that the state may verify information and that untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from applicant pool or dismissal if employed. This announcement is published by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.  We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a fair and impartial manner for all persons without regard to age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, religion, genetic information, military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.  Persons with a disability who need assistance during the screening process or those needing this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff (360) 902-1350 or (360) 902-1128.  DNR may be contacted using the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 711.