Fish And Wildlife Technician Senior

Initial Posting Date:

06/25/2024

Application Deadline:

07/09/2024

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$3,776 - $5,232

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Fish and Wildlife Technician Senior

Job Description:

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON'S NATURAL RESOURCES!

Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

Play a part in providing healthy fish for Oregon! Perform fish culture duties to meet production goals and maintain equipment, grounds, and buildings.

This position is located at The Dalles Screen Shop in The Dalles, OR.

If you enjoy the outdoors, Oregon is the place for you. We have glaciated mountain peaks to the east, the Pacific Ocean to the west and the massive Columbia River Gorge to the north.

You can fish 365 days a year, and there is hunting for big game, waterfowl, and game birds. The Oregon coast attracts thousands of people who clam, crab and fish in the ocean for halibut, salmon, and tuna. The outdoor opportunities are endless when it comes to fish and wildlife in Oregon!

Oregon is known for their vineyards, breweries, and adventures for the whole family to enjoy. To learn more about the department, the work we do, and see our beautiful state, view the following video at https://youtu.be/8CjDPiPMGAk

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

As a Fish and Wildlife Technician Senior, you will coordinate and implement the construction, installation, operation and maintenance of fish screens in the East Region. This position serves to:

• Provide technical assistance to landowners and other agencies concerned with fish protection associated with water diversions.

• Serve the Oregon public by assisting water users in the Columbia River Basin of the East Region.

• Assists the Project Leader with the planning, landowner contacts and agreements, construction and administrative details necessary for successful completion of the construction phase of these projects and screens.

• Devote a significant portion of each construction season overseeing and inspecting various screen construction projects and leasing screens.

• Perform project operation, maintenance and evaluation duties as provided with screens.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions.

• Frequent travel, often involving long and odd hours.

• Maintenance construction work in and around water.

• Occasional use of trucks and backhoes, frequent use of hand and power tools, including welders.

• Fish screen fabrication, repair and installation will occasionally require lifting up to 50 pounds of steel.

• The maintenance and repair of fish screens will occasionally require carrying of tools and supplies up to one half mile at some screen sites.

• Performs duties independently with minimal supervision.

• This position requires a flexible work schedule that varies in the number of hours worked on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day, or a work schedule in which the starting and stopping times vary on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day, and does not exceed forty (40) hours in a workweek. Work exceeding 40 hours per week requires prior approval by the supervisor.

• This position requires the possession of a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL), tanker endorsement, and applicants must pass the air brake knowledge and skill test. On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience section if you have a CDL.
  
  If the selected applicant does not possess a CDL, they are required to obtain this license within six months of hire and must retain it as a condition of continued employment in this position. The department provides a training program for drivers obtain their CDL and will train all new employees how to operate a department Commercial Motor Vehicle. The department does not pay the cost for the CDL however, the department will reimburse employees up to one-hundred dollars ($100) for the CDL examination fees and renewal licensing fees pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement 2021-2023 Letter of Agreement 00.00-19-338.
  
  The cost of the physical exam would be covered (usual, customary, and reasonable as determined by PEBB Medical Plans) if the employee is enrolled in an eligible PEBB Medical Plan. Pursuant to the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and Federal Highway Administration regulations, candidates must successfully pass a preemployment controlled substance test before being hired into this position. Additionally, employees required to hold a CDL will be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up alcohol/controlled substance testing as a condition of employment.

• This position requires an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card for on-the-job use of quads (Class 1 ATVs) obtained through the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, accessible at the following website: www.rideatvoregon.org/. On your application, be sure to indicate in your job description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, they must obtain it within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.

CRIMINAL RECORDS/DMV CHECK:

Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions.

Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review to be considered for the position. Be prepared to obtain as soon as possible. You are expected to provide the out-of-state certified driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.

Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is unable to support VISA sponsorships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two years and six months of fisheries or wildlife experience; AND an Associate's degree in Fisheries Technology, Aquaculture or Aquarium Science, Wildlife Technology, or Agriculture;

• OR -

Eighteen months of fisheries experience, care of livestock, agricultural research and experimentation, monitoring game or wildlife, or farming;

• OR -

A Bachelor's degree in Fisheries, Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Bachelor's degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework AND one year of fisheries or wildlife experience.

REQUESTED SKILLS:

• Operation and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and hand and power tools to fabricate, maintain, or repair equipment and structures.

• Evaluate long term maintenance and repair needs and preparing relevant information.

• General knowledge of the principles and operation of fish screens and fishways including detailed knowledge of all state and federal criteria.

• Maintenance and construction which relates to a variety of fish screen and passage components, metal work, form construction and concrete work.

• Read, interpret, and construct using blueprints or engineered designs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the "Job History" section in your application or you may not be considered for this position.

Resumes will not replace the completed "Job History" section in your online application. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in the "Job History" section does not include information used to meet the minimum qualifications and back up your answers to the supplemental questions.

If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year) and the average amount of hours worked per week in the duties section. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.

For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application, click here

External Applicants (Non-State of Oregon Employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.

Internal Applicants: The contact information that is prefilled on your application is typically your work email and work phone number.

Be sure to check your state email and Workday notifications for your status regarding the recruitment process. If you are away from the office or unable to check your state email account for an extended period, contact the HR Recruitment Unit and the hiring manager to let them know your personal email and phone number where you can be contacted. This will help to ensure you do not miss out on any correspondence that may be related to an interview. If you apply for a position as an internal applicant and then terminate while the recruitment is still in process, contact the Recruitment Unit to have your contact information updated.

Attachments: If you'd like to attach a copy of your official or unofficial college transcripts, they can be attached to your application in the Resume/CV/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply. Cover letters may not be reviewed unless it is stated as a requirement in the job posting.

The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans' preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

Veterans: If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans' preference points will be added to your score.

For more information on veterans' preference points visit Veteran Resources Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application. After you have applied, you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.

This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.

Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are having trouble applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503.947.6051.

The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.

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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer