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Description

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

The recruitment is one (1) permanent full-time Fish Biologist 2 in the Fish Program, Region 6. The duty station for this position is Region 6 Office, 48 Devonshire Rd, Montesano, WA.98563.

Under the guidance of agency fishery managers and policy staff, this position provides data analysis in support of the management of the coastal Dungeness crab fishery. In addition, this position has duties associated with crab gear and whale entanglement conflicts, the transition to electronic monitoring of the fishery, and electronic fish tickets.

This position also regularly communicates with commercial fishers, fish buying companies, conservation groups, and other state agencies regarding these and other issues, including the development of industry workshops and working with providers of electronic monitoring equipment.

Duties

Analyze Fishery data 
Tasks include:
Using established statistical and research procedures analyze coastal crab biological and fishery data to provide fishery managers and policy staff with regular updates on fishery status, harvest projections and other needs as assigned. Write and submit annual technical reports on crab biological and fishery information.

Evaluate commercial crab gear conflicts with marine mammals
Tasks include:
Under the direction of agency staff, work closely with NOAA Fisheries staff, coastal crab industry members and others to understand whale migration patterns and coastal commercial Dungeness crab fishery dynamics looking for possible methods to minimize conflicts with coastal commercial crab gear. This can include organizing workshops to bring parties together, coordinating gear testing, acting as a WDFW representative to whale entanglement work groups, and as a liaison between commercial fishers and the agency.

Coordinate crab fishery electronic monitoring programs and electronic fish ticket implementation
Tasks include:
Work with providers of electronic fisheries monitoring equipment, agency fishery managers, tribal co-managers, and fishery participants to determine what systems will best fit the coastal crab fishery. Hold workshops to guide in the selection, development, installation and operation of the system chosen. Act as the ongoing agency point person in the operation of the system

Supervise one Scientific Technician and provide shellfish data quality oversight
Tasks include:
Effectively supervise one permanent one scientific technician. On a regular basis, provide clear guidance on assigned work expectations. Annually conduct performance evaluations. Provide data quality assurance and quality control for shellfish fisheries, as appropriate.

Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions
40 hour week Monday-Friday unless otherwise scheduled.  Office with occasional field work dockside or ocean going commercial fishing vessels.  Ability to work on vessels in extremely rough open-ocean conditions and not be affected by motion sickness.  Ability to drive automobiles and 4×4 pickups on freeways and rural roads under all weather conditions, and during daylight and nighttime hours.  Ability to spend long periods of time using a computer keyboard while entering data.

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.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, or environmental science AND one year of professional experience in fish/ wildlife/ habitat management or research.

Note: A Master’s degree or Ph.D, degree in the applicable science will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Note: A Ph.D. in the applicable science will substitute for two years of the required experience. Data analysis skiffs.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
Data analysis skills including a working knowledge of R, Access database and high level Excel spreadsheet software include design, maintenance, and GIS.
Training and experience in statistical analysis.
Strong communication abilities both written and oral formats, including making public presentations and guiding large groups.

Supplemental Information

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 preferred 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.  Unsupported answers to supplemental questions may also 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, 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