Bulletin
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State of Washington
Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
invites applications for the position of:
SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN 1 *11394H
SALARY: $2,176.00 – $2,806.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 11/16/15
CLOSING DATE: 12/06/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is dedicated to protecting native fish and wildlife, and
providing sustainable fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities for millions of residents and visitors.
Working throughout the state, WDFW’s employees–field biologists, enforcement officers, land stewards, lab
technicians, customer service representatives and others—manage hundreds of fish and wildlife species,
maintain nearly a million acres of public wildlife lands, provide opportunities for recreational and commercial
fishing, wildlife viewing and hunting, protect and restore habitat and enforce laws that protect fish and wildlife
resources. Find out more about us and the important work we are a part of at www.wdfw.wa.gov.
Scientific Technician 1
(Non-Permanent, Full Time)
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is recruiting to fill five (5) full time, non-permanent, Scientific Technician 1
seasonal field positions located in the Habitat Program. The duty station is in the Natural Resources Building,
Olympia, Thurston County.
These seasonal (non-permanent) positions support field research in the Chehalis River Basin surveying for
stream-associated salamanders in the upper basin, Western Toad instream breeding within the basin and offchannel
wetlands in the floodplain for both fish (native and nonnative) and amphibians. This sampling is a
segment of a Dam Impacts Study that will document biotic species distribution in current riparian areas,
instream and use of off-channel habitats. Data from this study will inform enhancement options, potential dam
impacts, and watershed plan development in the Chehalis River Basin.
These positions employment duration is approximately 8 months. Anticipated start/end dates January 15, 2016
through September 15, 2016. The workweek will be Monday through Thursday, 7 AM to approximately 5:00
PM. While the duty station is in Olympia, fieldwork occurs throughout the Chehalis River Basin and employees
can expect to spend approximately 95% of their time in the field (4 days/week) returning daily to Olympia.
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DUTIES:
Field survey activities:
· Assist in a field crew of 2 to 5 surveying for terrestrial stream-associated salamander, instream
Western Toads and off-channel wetlands for fish and amphibians.
· Hikes off-trail sometimes through dense vegetation up and down steep slopes and through
harvested areas or wetlands.
· Drives on logging roads and navigates complex undeveloped road networks.
· Collects data with hand held computers, geographic positioning systems and digital cameras and
assists with offloading data in the office.
· Gather, code, classify and enter in to computer applications raw data, whether collected by one’s
self, other technicians or biologists, or volunteers.
· Using logic, knowledge of the project area, and established quality control methods, evaluate data
for completeness, reasonableness, reliability, accuracy, consistency, and comparability with other
data.
· Works closely with private landowners while surveying their property.
· Vehicle and Equipment maintenance.
Office Tasks:
· Offload field data collection equipment.
· Data QA/QC using Excel or other database systems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Graduation from high school or a GED, including one year of high school science.
Licenses: Valid Washington State or other state Drivers License
Ability to: Think critically; conduct field surveys; collect, record, and compile data meticulously; perform work in
a safe manner; work independently and as part of a team; accept supervision and supervise; follow prescribed
protocols and procedures; follow oral and written direction; operate field equipment (e.g. geographic positioning
system, digital camera, iPad’s) to collect data; develop and maintain positive, productive, respectful working
relationships with coworkers and collaborators; show the competence and confidence to make independent
judgments in the field about sampling protocols; perform a variety of outdoor work in inclement weather;
tolerance for difficult field conditions including working in recent clear cuts, wetlands and driving on logging
roads.
Knowledge of: Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
Professional or scholarly experience* conducting field research, preferably in the Pacific
Northwest; familiarity with lentic habitats associated with stream systems especially those in
alluvial floodplains; knowledge of principles and procedures of biological research; familiarity with
the use of iPad’s or other devices for collecting data in the field; experience with Microsoft Word
and Excel and familiarity with Windows driven computer programs; ability to encourage and
maintain team cohesiveness; ability to act safely and decisively in the field; ability to adapt to
challenges in order to complete project objectives.
Experience is based on full time equivalency (i.e., 40 or more hours/week). Part time work is prorated (e.g., 20
hours/week for 6 years = 3 years of experience.
*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 course work includes at
least six semester or nine quarter hours of natural science classes.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Working Conditions
Perform a variety of outdoor work in inclement weather; tolerance for difficult field conditions including working
in recent clear cuts, muddy wetlands, slippery river rocks and driving/navigating on logging roads. While in the
field, hiking off-trail through dense vegetation and up and down steep slopes may be required. Field work
requires that sometime be spent on hands and knees, also bending and walking or crawling through dense
understory, muddy river floodplains, and woody debris. This position can be physically demanding and
inclement weather should be expected. The incumbents must be comfortable navigating throughout
undeveloped landscapes on foot and through densely vegetated wetlands over downed trees, wood and mud
to reach survey locations.
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Union
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of
Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish and Wildlife Professionals (WAFWP). As a condition
of employment you must either join the union and pay union dues, or pay the union a representational or other
fee within 30 days of the date you are put into pay status.
How to Apply:
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 (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. 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.