Biologist Technician Fisheries
STATE OF WYOMING
invites applications for the position of:
ATTP99-2023-00186-Biologist Technician Fisheries-Green River
SALARY: $19.40 Hourly
LOCATION: Green River
OPENING DATE: 01/23/23
CLOSING DATE: Continuous
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking to hire two Biologist Technicians – Fisheries to assist fisheries biologists with surveys for Colorado River Cutthroat Trout in southwest Wyoming. The technicians will assist with electrofishing surveys, genetic sample collection, and equipment upkeep and maintenance. These are contract positions funded from July 10, 2023 to October 31, 2023. This field position will require operation of trucks, trailers, ATVs, and electrofishing equipment in rivers and streams. This position will be based out of Green River, Wyoming. Applicants unable to work the duration of the position should not apply.
Human Resource Contact: 777-4507 / Laura Curtis / laura.curtis1@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Work with the public and private landowners and represent the WGFD in a professional manner.
- Safely operate electrofishing equipment.
- Safely handle, identify, and sample collected fishes.
- Compile and enter collected data.
- Safely operate and maintain trucks, trailers, and ATVs used to access remote locations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference will be given to those pursuing a career in fisheries. Preference may include those with a high school degree plus experience in fish and wildlife resource management, research, or college coursework towards a degree in fishery or wildlife management, ichthyology, hydrology, watershed science, or other closely related fields.
**Important: Applicants should attach a cover letter and resume with their online state application. The cover letter should include career plans, suitability for the job, and dates of availability (starting and ending dates are particularly important).
KNOWLEDGE:
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and be able to work well with others in a team setting.
- Experience with fish identification and fish handling.
- Experience with backpack and raft/barge electrofishing.
- Ability to safely operate and troubleshoot electrofishing equipment.
- Ability to work in the field in remote areas, often in adverse conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Technicians must be able to work well independently with minimal supervision and work well with others on a small crew.
- These are field positions that require physical labor, such as hiking, wading, and carrying backpacks.
- Fieldwork can occur in inclement weather, and these positions will require camping in the field.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-exempt
- Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
- Lodging, waders, rain gear, uniform, and all other necessary field equipment and expenses will be provided when in the field. Off duty housing is not provided.
- Contact Stephen Siddons, Aquatic Assessment Crew Biologist at 307-721-1391 or stephen.siddons@wyo.gov for additional information about the position or application process.
- Please do not send cover letters or resumes via email; those should be attached to the online application process.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
040-Wyoming Game and Fish Department - Fish Division
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
A complete listing of the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure can be viewed at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm.
See Human Resource Contact Information
in the General Description Section
Statewide, WY 82002
Fax: (307) 777-6562
Class Code #ATTP99
Job # 2023-00186
ATTP99-2023-00186-BIOLOGIST TECHNICIAN FISHERIES-GREEN RIVER
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.