Fish And Wildlife Technician 2 (Pcn 11-N24069, 11-N24070, 11-N24071)

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish is recruiting for multiple Fish and Wildlife Technician 2's located in Ketchikan!   

The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply.

What you will be doing: 

Under general supervision of a biologist, this creel sampling position collects data on the Ketchikan sport fishery by interviewing marine boat anglers to obtain detailed information on fishing effort, species specific catch and harvest rates, and the species composition of their catch.  In addition, this position collects adipose-clipped king and coho salmon heads implanted with coded-wire tags, and biological information such as lengths, sex, scale collection, and genetics samples from salmon, halibut, lingcod, sablefish, and rockfish.

Our organization, mission and culture:

The mission of the Division of Sport Fish is to protect and improve the state's sport fishery resources. The Division of Sport Fish conducts marine harvest surveys in southeast Alaska for Chinook/coho salmon, halibut, rockfish, and lingcod and fulfills obligations to the Pacific Salmon Treaty and other international fisheries treaties. This position is vital to the data gathering and success of the project which enables the fisheries to be managed at a high level.

The benefits of joining our team:

Candidates hired into this position gain valuable experience working in fisheries biology, assist with the annual data collection that ensures future anglers will continue to have fishing opportunity through on-going management, and learn about the sport fishery in Southeast Alaska. Creel technicians will also learn how to identify fish species important to those fisheries, learn basic fish biology and assist in the conservation of these valued species.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is based out of Ketchikan and will be filled from mid-April to mid-September. Daily work environment includes working at local harbors/boat launches conducting interviews with marine sport anglers and obtaining biological information.

 The work is done in all weather conditions. A variety of fish species will be encountered, identified, measure, and examined for tags.  All data will be entered on user friendly iPads.

Who we are looking for:

•     Excellent communication, organizational, and basic math skills.

•     Attention to detail necessary for collecting quality data and biological samples.

•     Familiarity with Alaska sport fisheries, fish species, and sport fish regulations

•     Ability to work independently in a self-motivated and self-directed manner.

Special Note:

• Driver's license is required.

• This position will require working outdoors, often in inclement weather and while sampling on Ketchikan docks. You must be able to lift 40 pounds without difficulty and carry bulky equipment while sampling.

High school graduation or the equivalent.

OR

Three months as an entry level fish and wildlife technician or aide. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to Fish and Wildlife Technician 1.

OR

Six months of work experience involving fish, wildlife, outdoor manual labor, or in a laboratory.

Special Requirements:

Exposure to animals, insects, inclement weather, low level flying, travel by boat or skiff, or contact with drugs and chemicals may occur. Housing may consist of bunkhouses, vessels, or wall tents.

Some duties may be restricted for employees under the age of 18 in accordance with State and federal child labor laws. Positions are seasonal or temporary.

Special Note:

"High school diploma equivalent" means one of the following: 1) a GED (general educational development); 2) completion of any basic adult education course equivalent to 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 course hours per week); 3) acceptance in full standing by an accredited college or university; or 4) highest grade of school completed plus an amount of paid or volunteer experience that totals 12 years.

An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required high school diploma or equivalent within three months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Documents requested at time of application:

• A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are acceptable), if being used to meet the minimum qualifications.

Documents requested at time of interview, if selected:

• A list of three (3) professional references with current contact information

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

FIREARMS

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at:

P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE

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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager: 

Jake Calvitti

Phone: (907) 225-2859

jake.calvitti@alaska.gov