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Description

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.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is recruiting to fill multiple, Full time, Non-permanent positions for a Natural Resource Worker 2 located in the Enforcement Program, Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Watercraft Inspection/Decontamination division. The duty stations will be located at the Pasco WDFW Office, 2620 N Commercial Ave, 99301, Benton County and Spokane Watercraft Inspection Decontamination Station, 26715 East Apple way Avenue, Liberty Lake, WA 99019, Spokane County. The employment period is for the duration of the 2019 Water Resources Reform and Development Act (WRRDA) which is approximately 10 months (anticipated to run from February 1 – November 30.  (It is anticipated that the Pasco positions will run from February 1 – October 31 and the Spokane positions will run from March 1 – November 30).

This position will inspect watercraft at check stations for Aquatic Invasive Species, conduct standardized interviews to complete watercraft inspection forms (electronic documenting of the inspections), and determine if watercraft meet clean & drained (dry) requirements. Additionally, this position will identify Aquatic Invasive Species on watercraft (if applicable), interact with the public, transport trailered electronic reader boards, and deploy signage alerting watercraft of check stations. Duties

Inspect watercraft for Aquatic Invasive Species entering the state:

• Inspect Watercraft for the presence of AIS and accurately record inspection on electronic form.
• Educate customers about AIS.
• Ensure customers have a positive experience.
• Maintain check station facilities and equipment.
• Complete assigned tasks as needed.

Equipment operation:

• Operates and maintains vehicles (trucks, vans, and other vehicles), watercraft decontamination equipment, small mechanical and hand tools, Mobile Messaging Boards, and portable highway signage. Safely operates vehicles and equipment at check stations and along WA State roadways/highways and at selected boat ramps.

Station maintenance:

• Plymouth Inspection Facilities maintenance.  Maintain the check station trailer work areas as well as equipment used to operate the inspection station, including generators, lights, electronic equipment and signs.

Customer relations.

• Interacting with the public to answer questions about WDFW AIS Watercraft Inspection/Decontamination Program.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or GED
• Valid Washington State driver’s license.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with field use of Electronic Tablets/Ipads for documentation of Watercraft Inspections.
• Experience using basic tools and equipment.
• Basic mechanical interest and aptitude.
• Experience in dealing & interacting in situations where citizens might become confrontational or non-cooperative.
• Three (3) months experiences at an AIS watercraft inspection station

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.  Hazards include: inclement weather, traffic, power tools, uneven terrain, carrying heavy loads (50 pounds), etc.

Union:

• This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

Tools and Equipment:

• Trucks (4×4), vans, trailers, mobile messaging boards, hot water pressure washers, hand tool, power tools, ladders, boats and other types of watercraft.

Customer Interactions: 

• Answer questions from watercraft owners/haulers.
• Answers questions from general public.
• Sometimes interacts with media/reporters.
• Sometimes interacts with non-cooperative/confrontational people.
• Interacts with WDFW Enforcement Officers.

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)
• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualification of this position (generic cover letters will not be accepted)
• Three professional references (personal references do not count as professional)

Please ATTACH a cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (generic cover letter will not be accepted). Failure to attach a cover letter will eliminate you from continuing to compete for the position.

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.