QualificationsRequired Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED, including one year of high school science, and
• Two years of experience as a Scientific Technician 1

OR

• Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science, and
• Two years of laboratory or field experience as an assistant to a biologist, chemist, or zoologist.

Please note: College course work involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences, or closely allied field will substitute, year for year, for experience, provided the course work includes at least six semester or nine quarter hours of natural science classes.

Knowledge of:

1. Wildlife population relationships and ecology.
2. Wildlife survey methods.
3. Scientific principles and techniques.
4. Personal computer hardware and software (Microsoft Office). Use of tablets (iPad).
5. Species identification of reptiles.
6. Wildlife management tools and field techniques including experience working with non-hunted (non-game) species.

Ability to:

1. Speak and write effectively – conveys clear, timely, persuasive messages that positively influence the thoughts and actions of others.
2. Follow prescribed protocols and procedures.
3. Conduct field surveys to collect data.
4. Accurately and legibly record and organize data and other information and ability to input data into appropriate databases (e.g., Excel, Access, Survey 123 etc.).
5. Visually discriminate when identifying and distinguishing biological and physical features.
6. Recognize differentiating animal characteristics to identify species.
7. Become skilled in the identification of turtles and disease in turtles.
8. Become skilled in the use of radio-telemetry.
9. Complete required administrative paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
10. Effectively and safely operate small non-motorized boats, 4-wheel drive vehicles and standard highway vehicles.
11. Effectively and safely operate additional equipment and tools including: radios and other mobile communication devices, radio-telemetry equipment, laptop computers, tablets, spotting scopes/binoculars, digital cameras, and GPS units.
12. Communicate with the public (including both positive and negative interactions).
13. Utilize standard scientific measuring techniques.
14. Ability to lift gear over 50lbs.
15. Follow directions in written and oral format.
16. Hike in remote areas and on rough terrain in all kinds of weather conditions.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

Work or academic experience with radio-telemetry.

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 qualifications of this position (generic cover letter will not be accepted)
• A current resume
• Three professional references

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.

Veteran Preference Notice
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line should include recruitment number, position and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov

Military Spouse Preference Notice
To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line should include recruitment number, position and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov

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