Employee Contract
Working Title: Biologist Technician – Native mussels (two positions)
RECRUITMENT ID: ATAW99-19454
HIRING RANGE:$14.39 per hour
DEPARTMENT: Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Fish
LOCATION:Casper
CLASS CODE: ATAW99
FLSA: Non-exempt
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Assist a native mussel biologist with surveys for native mussels and their habitats in Wyoming
streams.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Will execute standardized survey protocols to identify mussel presence/absence, number per unit
of sampling effort, population viability, and habitat conditions.
• Must become proficient with sampling gears such as underwater viewing buckets/tubes, snorkel
and SCUBA gear, and handheld GPS.
• Will interact with landowners and personnel within and outside the Department in a collaborative
manner.
• Screen, compile, and enter survey data into electronic formats for the lead biologist.
• May occasionally assist other fisheries and herpetological projects.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Knowledge of mussel ecology and species taxonomy/identification.
• Working knowledge of freshwater mussel and habitat sampling equipment and procedures.
• Computer literacy preferred to include Excel, Access, and Word. GIS is a plus.
• Interpersonal, oral/written communication, planning, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and productively work with other seasonal employees.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to swim and be comfortable in and around unfamiliar waters.
• Safe operation of 4WD vehicles and pulling a camper will be required.
• Applicants should prepare for statewide travel and camping in close quarters with a field crew for
extended periods (1-2 weeks at a time).
• Must be in good physical condition and able to hike for long distances on uneven river banks and
in swift flowing rivers while carrying field equipment.
• Must perform fieldwork under adverse weather conditions and in remote locations.
• Will operate on a flexible schedule that may change on short notice.
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to those with a high school diploma plus two years experience in malacology,
invertebrate zoology, fish and wildlife management, herpetology, zoology, or ichthyology, or two
years of college course work towards a baccalaureate degree in malacology, invertebrate zoology, fish
and wildlife management, herpetology, zoology, ichthyology.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
*Please view the Class Specifications (Class Code ATAW99) and the State required Minimum
Qualifications for this vacancy at: http://statejobs.state.wy.us/lookup.aspx
APPLICATIONS:
For more information or to apply online go to http://statejobs.state.wy.us/JobSearchDetail.aspx?
ID=19454 or submit a State of Wyoming Employment Application to the Human Resource Division,
Emerson Building, 2001 Capitol Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82002-0060, Phone: (307)777-7188, Fax:
(307)777-6562, along with transcripts of any relevant course work. The State of Wyoming is an Equal
Housing in Casper is not provided. Lodging and provisions are provided when afield.
COVER LETTER: Applicants must attach a cover letter explaining career plans, suitability for the
job, and dates of availability (starting and ending dates are particularly important). Cover letter may
be submitted with the application. Send one additional copy of your application and cover letter
directly to: Phil Mathias, Native Mussel Biologist, 3030 Energy Lane, Casper, WY 82604
CONTACT: Phil Mathias at (307) 473-3422, Casper Regional Office, Wyoming Game and Fish
Department. Philip.Mathias@wyo.gov
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT:
Position 1: Approximately May 2, 2012 through October 2012.
Position 2: July 2, 2012 through October 2012
NOTES:
APPLICATIONS:
For more information or to apply online go to http://statejobs.state.wy.us/JobSearchDetail.aspx?
ID=19454 or submit a State of Wyoming Employment Application to the Human Resource Division,
Emerson Building, 2001 Capitol Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82002-0060, Phone: (307)777-7188, Fax:
(307)777-6562, along with transcripts of any relevant course work. The State of Wyoming is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified
applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum
qualifications.
Housing in Casper is not provided. Lodging and provisions are provided when afield.
COVER LETTER: Applicants must attach a cover letter explaining career plans, suitability for the
job, and dates of availability (starting and ending dates are particularly important). Cover letter may
be submitted with the application. Send one additional copy of your application and cover letter
directly to: Phil Mathias, Native Mussel Biologist, 3030 Energy Lane, Casper, WY 82604
CONTACT: Phil Mathias at (307) 473-3422, Casper Regional Office, Wyoming Game and Fish
Department. Philip.Mathias@wyo.gov
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT:
Position 1: Approximately May 2, 2012 through October 2012.
Position 2: July 2, 2012 through October 2012