Fish And Wildlife Technician (Wildlife Habitat Technician - Sauvie Island) Seasonal

Initial Posting Date:

06/26/2024

Application Deadline:

07/07/2024

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$3,477 - $4,755

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Fish and Wildlife Technician (Wildlife Habitat Technician

• Sauvie Island) Seasonal

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.

This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located at Sauvie Island.

This is a full-time seasonal position from September 1, 2024 through February 15, 2025 (These are estimated dates. Length of season(s) may be shortened or extended depending on project needs, funding, or factors beyond the project's control).

The goal of this recruitment is to fill these positions at the Fish & Wildlife Technician (FWT) level. However, we encourage candidates to apply for the Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry level ($3,218 - 3,948/mo.), as the department may consider under-filling the positions.

Are you interested in working outdoors and applying your skills in a variety of activities involving farming, wildlife habitat development, and maintaining facilities and equipment? Help ODFW protect and manage lands, wildlife, and public use at the Sauvie Island Wildlife Area!

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

Did you know:

• We offer full medical, vision and dental plans with employees paying either 1-5% of their rates

• You will start out accruing 8 hours of sick and 8 hours of vacation leave per month, with your vacation leave accruals increasing every 5 years

• You have access to 24 hours (3 days) of personal business leave to use at your discretion each year

• You receive eleven paid holidays per year

• AND you will be automatically enrolled into the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) program.

What you will do:

• Issues daily permits to hunters, checks hunter bag and identify sex, age, species of harvested waterfowl, records hunter data; Answers public information requests in person and by phone; Check hunters' license stamps, permits, and report violations to the Oregon State Police or Columbia County Deputy; Patrols area by foot and vehicle to insure compliance with wildlife area regulations and gather harvest data during hunting seasons; Picks up hunting permits deposited at self-service check stations and records data; Cleans check stations and restocks supplies as needed; Performs preventive and corrective repairs using hand tools as well as power equipment on buildings, equipment and grounds as needed

• Patrol Wildlife Area for Fee Hunt Compliance. Inform OSP or Columbia Co.
  
  Deputy of violations which occur and provide detailed information concerning violation which includes vital information pertaining to the suspect, vehicle, arms and location. Maintain Fee Hunt records which entail correlating over 1200 hunter records into summarized data usable for reports and compliance tracking system and completing the final Fee Hunt Report for submission to Wildlife Area manger and Wildlife Division. Coordinate the transport and release of pheasants for Western Oregon Fee Pheasant Hunt from E.
  
  E. Wilson Wildlife Area to Sauvie Island Wildlife Area. This involves the planning of routes and preparing for adverse weather and traffic conditions to protect both ODFW equipment and the pheasants

• Assists in the completion of monthly reports and other special reports as needed. Assists in completing annual reports and federal aid work plans. Furnishes a Weekly Report of Operations for supervisor in a punctual manner.

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

• Frequently required to work outside during inclement weather, long hours, before sunrise and after sunset, on weekends, and irregular (flexible) work schedules. Requires lifting heavy objects of 50 pounds (or more with assistance if/when necessary). Dealing with the public, local residents, and other agency personnel are frequent and a well-developed sense of diplomacy is necessary. Experience in the use of hand and power hand tools

• 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. This includes working at all hours and workdays in excess of eight hours. Work exceeding 40 hours per week requires prior approval by the supervisor.

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 or uncertified 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 driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.

NOTE: Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S.

Department Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.

We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

Fish and Wildlife Technician Option: ($3,477 - $4,755/month)

• An Associate's degree in Wildlife Technology or Agriculture; OR
• Eighteen months of experience in the care of livestock, agricultural research and experimentation, monitoring game or wildlife, or farming. (six months of fisheries, fish culture, fish screens, or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience).

A higher level degree in Wildlife Science, Agriculture, or a closely-related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework will substitute for the Associate's degree.

Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry Option

• Underfill: ($3,218 - $3,948/month)

• Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification (there are no minimum qualifications). Previous related experience is desirable.

Requested Skills:

• Experience and knowledge of the safe operation of equipment and power hand tools.

• A working knowledge of farm equipment, shop tools and miscellaneous hand tools such as table saw, skill saw and drill press.

• Ability to maintain good public relations with citizens, local residents, other government agencies, and sportsmen groups for the benefit of the Department's working relationships and image.

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: 1) meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) 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.

Note: You will be required to provide a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts (online transcripts are acceptable) during the selection process that show your name, the name/address of the institution, coursework with passing grades, and degree conferred (including date), if you are using education to qualify.

Transcripts and cover letters 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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.

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.

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.

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 www.oregonjobs.org and select Veterans resources under 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.

Find information on State of Oregon benefits

More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at myodfw.com and https://www.dfw.state.or.us/

If you are passionate about natural resources, we invite you to join our team and assist with furthering ODFW's mission by partnering with communities and sharing how our work has a positive effect on Oregon's fish, wildlife and their habitats. ODFW is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities.

Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon's changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making. Consider joining our team as we lead ODFW into the future!

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