JOB
TWO (2) OPENINGS FULL-TIME/CAREER SEASONAL INVASIVE SPECIES TECHNICIAN NATURAL RESOURCE TECHNICIAN 3 (IN-TRAINING)SKAGIT WILDLIFE AREA Wildlife Program – Lands Division Mount Vernon, Washington – Skagit CountyThe salary listed above includes the 3% pay increase that goes into effect on July 1, 2024.Please Note: Salary listed does not include spray operators pay – spray operator pay is base pay plus 10% while performing spray operation duties.Season Length: 6 months May 1 – October 31 Implement projects aimed at protecting, maintaining, and enhancing habitats, species, and recreational opportunities within the Skagit Wildlife Area. In this role, envision yourself conducting vegetation management and technical maintenance of facilities, equipment, and infrastructure to ensure the safety of the public, and preservation of the wildlife area.We are recruiting to hire at the Natural Resource Technician 2 or 3 level. We will train a new hire at level 2 up to the Natural Resource Technician 3 level.Depending on which level you are hired at, your salary will be as follows: Natural Resource Technician 2 - $2,940.00 - $3,883.00 MonthlyNatural Resource Technician 3 - $3,294.00 - $4,385.00 MonthlySkagit Wildlife Area – Credit: WDFWPicture yourself, Implementing Wildlife Area projects and will restore, enhance and maintain wildlife habitats.With your experience, Inspect and maintain crew vehicles, equipment, spray equipment, and maintenance records.The optimal applicants, Will have knowledge of wildlife habitat enhancement and restoration. And basics of carpentry, mechanical and facility repair.We are seeking a candidate, Who models WDFW values: Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Here is what you will be doing, Plan, coordinate and implement projects to protect, maintain, and improve habitats, species, and recreational opportunities on the Wildlife Area: Assist in implementing wildlife area projects.Restore, enhance and maintain wildlife habitats.Implement Integrated Pest Management plan and apply herbicides as needed. Operate a variety of small and heavy equipment to include brush cutters, chainsaws all-terrain vehicles (ATV), utility terrain vehicles (UTV), tractors, boats, and Marsh Masters.Gathers pre/post-treatment data on vegetation and weeds and treatment methods using phone apps, forms, cameras, and notebooks for later analysis. Maintain vehicles, and equipment: Maintain wildlife area infrastructure for equipment and supply storage.Inspect and maintain crew vehicles, equipment, spray equipment, and maintenance records.Inspect, monitor and ensure safety of Wildlife Area facilities and equipment. Coordinate and communicate within WDFW, with other agencies and with the public: Attend agency meetings, meetings with external groups and constituents.WORKING CONDITIONS: Work Setting, including hazards: Primarily field work, which includes exposure to inclement weather including extreme heat or snow, difficult terrain including slippery rocks, steep banks and sticky mud, and water. Some work is performed in an office or shop setting.Walk, lift, bend, and stoop – sometimes on uneven terrain and at times carrying up to 40 pounds of tools and/or equipment.Fieldwork hazards may include tripping/falling, working with small and large equipment in an outdoor setting or while working from boats or around water. Must be able to safely drive on primitive roads during all weather conditions. Use 4 x 4 trucks, utility and large frame tractors, construction equipment, ATVs, UTVs, and must be able to load and transport heavy equipment.Must be able and willing to safely perform tasks around water.Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations.Schedule: Typically, Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.Available for non-scheduled workweek and ability to work long irregular hours. Some mandatory overtime may be required.Travel Requirements: Travel up to 15% of time. Occasional weekend and overnight travel.Tools and Equipment: Standard field tools such as shovels, spray equipment, chain saws, other power tools, chemical application equipment, swamp buggies, airboats, all-terrain vehicles (ATV), trucks, trailers, and boats.Customer Interactions: Communicate with the public during field work by email, telephone, and at public meetings.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification. Experience and education selected, listed, and detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable in the application. In order to successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application: A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).A current resume. Three professional references. IMPORTANT NOTE: All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documentsJOIN THE WDFW TEAM: Learn about our agency and the perks of working for WDFW!The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field. We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).WDFW employees may be eligible for the following: BenefitsMedical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave types. Eleven (11) Paid Holidays per year and one (1) personal holiday if the employee is scheduled to be, or has been, continuously employed by the State of Washington for at least four (4) months. Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), and an Employee Assistance Program.UNION - WAFWP: This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion EmployerVETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE: To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following: Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov.Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov. MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE: To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following: Notify us of your military spouse status by email at Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov. Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov. Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.Follow us on social media: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagramlb