Fisheries Technician 1- Columbia River Sampling (#22-1139): Ridgefield WA

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Agency

Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission

Location

Ridgefield WA

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

$15.50/hr

Start Date

07/11/2022

Last Date to Apply

06/12/2022

Website

http://www.psmfc.org/careers

Description

Location - WDFW Ridgefield Project Length - 6 months or less Position Type - Temporary Travel Requirements - 75% - 100% Water Vessel Operation - No Driving - Federal Vehicle - Valid driver's license required. Offers of employment contingent upon passing driving records check. Salary Target - $15.50/ hr Closing Date - Jun 12, 2022 Job Description Position/Project Specifics: Interview sport fishing anglers recording catch, species, effort and biological data. Travels to canneries, fish buying locations collecting biological data and samples. Collections include length, gender, scale samples, DNA/GSI samples, CWT's, PIT's and VSI using established protocols. Uses CWT and PIT devices, iPad and Tough pads. Offers of employment with PSMFC are contingent upon candidates being fully vaccinated from COVID-19 (unless eligible for exemption under a reasonable accommodation). Essential Functions: Participate in survey crews that conduct recreational/commercial fishing surveys and tag detection and mark recovery surveys. Make standardized observations such as species identification, length, weight, behavior, growth, survival, reproductive condition, and/or signs of parasites, diseases or pathogens, fin clips or tags. Collect and organize biological and habitat samples and collections (such as scales, otoliths, ageing structures, other tissues, water quality, etc.). Summarize and input biological or habitat data on field forms, electronic data loggers, and/or desktop computers. Knowledge Required by the Position: At the lower end of the range, employees use knowledge of basic arithmetic, reading, writing, and data collection to perform routine or repetitive tasks. At the upper end of the position range, employees use knowledge of the basic principles and protocols of fish biology to make readings, measurements, and observations; execute tests; collect samples, etc. If complex equipment systems are operated, the employee has the knowledge to perform calibrations or adjustments to achieve desired results. Additional Mandatory Skills: perform creel census electronic detection technol. able to swim valid driver's license fish species ID skills operate handheld data recorder compile and collect neat and accurate data oral communication skills written communication skills Physical Demands: Demands can range from moderate --where there is walking, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching, lifting, bending, and strenuous sweeping-- to rigorous. In the latter case, the incumbent must be able to handle buckets of water or gear weighing up to 50 pounds. Long daily periods of hiking, carrying equipment, swimming, and/or standing may be required. Some work requires the ability to maintain footing in fast-moving water. Work Environment: A portion of the work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, heating and ventilation. The majority is performed in fish processing labs, fish holding areas, and/or in the field. Incumbents may work on narrow, elevated walkways and platforms that are over or adjacent to water. Field work involves exposure to all types of weather, slippery rocks, trails, irregular terrain, insects, poison oak, rough or fast-moving water, or cold water temperatures. Work at high elevations or aboard boats may be required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Requirements: A range of experience and education may be presented. At the lower end of the range, candidates must present six months of General Experience* OR one year of education above the high school level that included at least six semester hours in any combination of scientific or technical courses. An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying. At the upper end of the range, candidates must present one year of Specialized Experience** OR a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with a major or at least 24 semester hours of coursework in any combination of scientific or technical courses. An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying. *General Experience is (1) any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with biological sciences or the processes of the biological sciences. **Specialized Experience is experience that equips the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position being filled.

Contact Person

Human Resources

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