Fish and Wildlife Technician ; PCN

Overview

This position is open to all Applicants.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 located in Craig, Alaska!

Fish and Wildlife Technician 2s collect biological and catch effort data from commercially harvested salmon and shellfish, and may also sample groundfish depending on fishery dynamics. The position is stationed in Craig, Alaska and data collection is conducted at local commercial seafood processors. Responsibilities include interviewing permit holders, recording confidential information, collecting biological data, identifying all five species of Pacific salmon in their ocean bright condition, and recording all information in applications housed on ruggedized computer tablets.

The port sampling position assists in the collection of biological and catch effort data for coded wire tags, fishery performance data, pink sex ratios, age-length data, genetic samples, and other biological data as directed. This data is used directly to manage the salmon fisheries within the State and supports Pacific Salmon Treaty obligations.

The State of Alaska offers medical, dental, and leave benefits. This entry-level position allows career development within the Department of Fish and Game.

Port sampling work is performed on-site within Craig’s commercial seafood processing plants, often in cold, wet, slippery, and exposed conditions. Several sampling programs and data collection applications must be completed accurately. Attention to detail is required.

• Ability to repetitively lift, push or pull fish and gear up to 50 pounds, and at times, stand in one place for extended periods.
• Ability to work on docks and in processors in cold, windy, wet and slippery conditions.
• Ability to work in loud conditions around moving machines, forklifts, and people.
• Requires exposure to fish blood and viscera, pathogens, and sharp implements.
• Requires ability to work irregular hours, possibly early mornings and late evenings.

• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, listens, and responds appropriately.
• Fishery Biology: General knowledge of salmon fishery dynamics in Southeast Alaska and ability to identify the 5 Pacific salmon species in ocean bright condition.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience using computers/tablets and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Attention to Detail: Thoroughness in performing work and conscientious about detail.
• Adaptability: Willingness to work a flexible schedule dependent on commercial fishing closures and openers.

Special

Note:

A valid driver's license is required.

Required Documents
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Transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable) if using education to meet minimum qualifications.

EEO Statement
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The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.