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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
Applications will be reviewed and interviews will be held as qualified applicants are identified, the positions may be filled. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application materials as soon as possible. The first review will be February 21, 2019.
However, this recruitment will remain open until all of the positions are filled. Applications will still be accepted after that date.
This recruitment is to fill up to seven (7) temporary on-call positions located within the Fish Management Program, Fish Division, stationed at Westport, Washington.
The WDFW will be conducting rod and reel surveys off the Washington coast in the spring of 2019. These surveys will provide biological and population distribution information about several nearshore rockfish species that inhabit Washington’s coastal waters. This effort will contribute to the assessment of these fish populations, which is needed to ensure healthy and sustainable fisheries. In order to accomplish this goal, the WDFW is seeking individual anglers to catch and release nearshore groundfish species with rod and reel gear aboard WDFW chartered fishing vessels.
On call (weather and vessel availability dependent): March 11 – June 30, 2019 (anticipate approximately 12 days out of the Westport duty station and up to 9 days in travel status near Forks, Washington.)Duties
Fish for bottomfish using rod and reel gear
Anglers will fish for various bottomfish species using rod and reel gear aboard charter vessels contracted by the WDFW. All trips will be on the open ocean (on the outer coast) and anglers will have to fish in poor weather conditions including heavy rain, wind and wave action and on slippery or uneven decks. Charter days will be generally 10 hours long, but may exceed or be less than 10 hours on a given day.
Measure time fished, record data
Assist biologists as needed
Working Conditions
The work day typically starts before 6:00 a.m. Positions involves working weekday or weekend days as needed. The work day typically is 10 hours but can vary with ocean/weather conditions. Travel to other ports for up to five days at a time may be possible.
The work setting includes vessels operating in unprotected waters(i.e., open ocean) off the Washington coast, and docks. Accomplishing work involves navigating wet, slippery, moving and uneven surfaces, and climbing steps/ladders. Ocean/weather conditions will include heavy rain, wind and wave action. Handling live fish is necessary. Injury is possible from fish spines and fishing tackle, e.g. hooks. Travel to other ports for up to five days at a time may be possible.
Union
This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish and Wildlife Professionals (WAFWP).
Qualifications
Preferred/Desired Qualifications
Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalent education/experience
Extensive time/experience on open, exposed ocean waters
Advanced marine water angling (i.e. rod and reel gear) skills
Extensive experience fishing for rockfish/bottomfish from a vessel
Experience angling for rockfish/bottomfish for scientific surveys
Must be physically capable of climbing ladders, climbing on-board a vessel, walking and balancing on docks and vessels that are wet/slippery/steep/moving, working in inclement weather, and hearing and communicating over loud motors and other vessel equipment.
Possess average fine motor skills
Ability to work at sea and not have performance compromised by seasickness
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:
Three professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
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, 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.