Vessel Operator- Fisheries Monitor

Job Details

Location:

Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe - Sequim, WA 98382.
Position Type:
Per Diem (As Needed).
Salary Range: $24.96 - $32.44 hourly.

• Dungeness and Protection Island National Wildlife Refuge research and management activities
• Shellfish and finfish harvest monitoring
• Dive surveys and research
• Crab and shrimp test fisheries and research
• Habitat and resource enhancement and restoration
• Water quality and biotoxin sampling

• Inspect vessels and associated equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation and maintain vessel logs as needed.
• Utilize navigational equipment and weather forecasts to ensure safe on-the-water operations.
• Ensure all U.S. Coast Guard required safety equipment is onboard and functional.
• Provide clear direction to deckhands and passengers to ensure safety while underway.

• Conduct on-the-water monitoring to ensure divers and vessel operators comply with Tribal fishing regulations.
• Confirm diver participation, weigh harvested product, and record harvested crates.
• Ensure compliance with Washington Department of Health shellfish sanitation requirements.
• Respond to diver emergency situations if they arise.
• Assist with weekly harvest planning and coordination with divers.
• Provide boat and equipment maintenance assistance.

• Adhere to all Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe policies and procedures, including safety standards and work practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Washington State Boater Education Card.
• Completion of a Motorboat Operator Certification/Training Course (MOCC/MOTC) or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to safely and proficiently operate vessels up to 40 feet and associated navigational equipment.
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification or willingness to obtain certification.

• Completion of a Safety at Sea and/or Cold-Water Survival course.
• Experience with dive operations and dive safety.
• DAN O2 Certification.
• HAZWOPER Certification.
• American Indian/Alaska Native preference applies.

• Ability and willingness to work in harsh field conditions and inclement weather.
• Must be available to work any shift, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as operational needs require.
• Ability to lift, push, and carry up to 60 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to access all work areas associated with the position.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, climb, squat, twist, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
• Requires excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols.
• Ability to reach above and below shoulder level on a continuous basis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment while maintaining professionalism and effective communication with fishers, managers, team members, and external partners.

As part of the Natural Resources Department, you'll play an important role in supporting fisheries management, environmental stewardship, and scientific research that protects Tribal resources for future generations. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced mariners looking for meaningful, hands‑on work on the water.

Apply today and help support the stewardship of our region's valuable marine resources!