AutoFish System Operator - Fish & Wildlife Biologist ; In-Training

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Working Title-Auto Fish System Operator
Classification-Fish & Wildlife Biologist 2 (In-Training)
Job Status-Full-Time/Permanent
WDFW Program-Fish Program – Hatcheries Division
Duty Station-
* Olympia, Washington – Thurston County

* Although this is a hybrid opportunity, the successful candidate must be available to report to the duty station located in Olympia, Washington as needed. The selected candidate may be able to telework/work remotely up to 2 days per week at the discretion of the supervisor, typically in between projects and during the maintenance season.
In-Training- We are recruiting to hire at the Fish and Wildlife Biologist 1 or 2 level, and we will train a Fish and Wildlife Biologist 1 up to the Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2.
Salary- Depending on which level you are hired at, your salary range will be as follows:
Fish and Wildlife Biologist 1: $3,643.00 - $4,865.00 monthly
Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2: $4,410.00 - $5,929.00 monthly

With sustainability and conservation in mind, you will analyze coded wire tag data to determine contribution rates, allocation, brood-stock identification, and effect of mark selective fisheries.

This is an opportunity to plan, organize, direct, and conduct coded wire tag experiments.

In this dynamic role, you will operate an automated/manual mass marking and coded wire tagging mobile wet lab at hatcheries statewide.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will:

• Independently operate an automated/manual coded wire tagging and mass marking mobile wet lab statewide.
• Oversee up to 11 contract employees to perform coded wire tagging and/or mass marking.
• Train new employees and provide hazard communication training and monitor work product.
• Assist in teaching WDFW staff in proper tagging and marking techniques.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, directs, and conducts coded wire tag experiments.
• Ensure scientific random sampling to obtain representative populations during tagging experiments.
• Diagnose and repair problems with state-of-the-art automated marking/tagging mobile wet labs including complex robotic systems, video imaging systems, and complex software.
• Monitor work product and fish health to provide sound scientific results.
• Analyzes coded wire tag recoveries to determine contribution rates, allocation, and escapement using RMIS coded wire tag database.

Working Conditions:

Work setting: Automated coded wire tag mobile wet lab, hatchery environment, work during inclement weather, office setting. Outdoor work in all weather conditions. This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments. Ability to be on feet all day, lift 40 pounds commonly, and work around hatchery ponds and on catwalks over hatchery ponds.

Schedule: Typically, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with considerable overtime and possible shift work mainly in the spring.

Travel requirements: Extensive state-wide travel and driving required. Up to 6 months per year, 5 days a week.

Customer Interactions: Interacts with Biologists, Hatchery personnel, Tribal Staff and general public.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

This Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2 series provides mentoring and career development opportunities for candidates with limited experience.

Candidates will be hired as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist 1 or 2 dependent on skills and experience. Advancement from the Fish and Wildlife Biologist 1 to Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2 requires successful completion of the In-Training Plan, which will be provided upon hiring.

Required Qualifications for the Fish and Wildlife Biologist 1:

Option 1: A Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, or environmental science.
Option 2: Equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

License:
Valid driver’s license.

Required Qualifications for the Fish and Wildlife Biologist 2…