Fish and Wildlife Technician (Oregon Hatchery Research Center Hatchery Technician) Job at Department of Fish and Wildlife
Initial Posting Date:
12/06/2022
Application Deadline:
12/27/2022
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range:
$3,022 - $4,465
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Fish and Wildlife Technician (Oregon Hatchery Research Center Hatchery Technician)
Job Description:
Make a Difference in Oregon's Natural Resources!
Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.
Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.
This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (ODFW) Oregon Hatchery Research Center located in Alsea, OR.
Play a part in providing healthy fish for Oregon! Perform fish culture duties to meet the needs of salmon research. Here is your unique opportunity to
Oregon Hatchery Research Center!
If you enjoy the outdoors, Oregon is the place for you. We have glaciated mountain peaks to the east, the Pacific Ocean to the west and the massive Columbia River Gorge to the north. You can fish 365 days a year, and there is hunting for big game, waterfowl, and game birds. The Oregon coast attracts thousands of people who clam, crab and fish in the ocean for halibut, salmon, and tuna. The outdoor opportunities are endless when it comes to fish and wildlife in Oregon! Oregon is known for their vineyards, breweries, and adventures for the whole family to enjoy.
To learn more about the department, the work we do, and see our beautiful state, view the following video at
https://youtu.be/8CjDPiPMGAk
Check out what it is like to work at a hatchery raising fish -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dt36hM6R_YY
What you will do:
Major duties will involve:
- Care for fish and perform grounds and equipment maintenance and other related duties. Pond, feed, grade, and collect eggs from wild and hatchery fish; shock, pick, and enumerate eggs; regulate water supplies; remove mortality; and recognize and treat fish diseases. Record and maintain information on amount and type of feed received and fed, water quality, fish mortalities, and liberations and maintain gas, oil, and mileage records. Weigh, count, and load fish and eggs for transfer and liberation; operate liberation trucks; and distribute fish.
- Maintain, construct, and perform minor repairs to ponds and walkways, fish feeders, egg trays, and screens. Maintain and repair hatchery buildings and residences, fish pumps, lawn mowers, power tools, roads, and trails.
- Maintain lawns, shrubs, and trees.
Occasional duties will involve:
- Work in cooperation with Oregon State University and other researchers, give tours to the public and visiting dignitaries.
- Assist in training volunteers and researchers on the proper operation of the facility.
- Assist in teaching students who visit the facility, giving tours, and answering questions of the public.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
Working Conditions
- Must work in all kinds of weather, in cold water for extended periods of time. Unassisted lifting of weights up to, but not exceeding, 50 pounds (Feed sacks) is routine. Must contact supervisors during extreme weather conditions to see if help is needed to protect the resource and the facility. Must work effectively as a team member.
- The duties of this position include as an essential function the possession and use of a SPOTs Card for work-related purchases. Prior to being issued a SPOTs Card the employee must meet all necessary requirements in accordance with ODFW Policy ASD_205_03—SPOTS, including completing ODFW SPOTs Card training. Continued eligibility to possess and use a SPOTs Card requires that the holder remain in full compliance with ODFW policy ASD_250_03—SPOTS. The successful candidate will be subject to a criminal history background check with fingerprinting and will be subject to annual checks during employment.
- Requires a flexible work schedule that varies in the number of hours worked on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day, or a work schedule in which the starting and stopping times vary on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day. This includes working at all hours and workdays in excess of eight hours. Work exceeding 40 hours per week requires prior approval by the supervisor.
- Work weekends on a rotational basis and may have to respond to emergency situations while working alone.
- The position requires living on station as a condition of employment and working on an on-call basis as assigned and available to respond to emergency situations.
Criminal Records/DMV Check
Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review to be considered for the position. Be prepared to obtain as soon as possible. You are expected to provide the out-of-state certified driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.
NOTE: Within three-days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.
We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
An Associate degree in Fisheries Technology, Aquaculture or Aquarium Science; OR
- Eighteen months of fish culture (care of fish) experience. (six months of fisheries, fish screens, wildlife or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience).
A higher level degree in Fisheries Science or a closely-related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework will substitute for the Associate's degree.
Requested Skills:
- Fish culture experience in a hatchery setting
- Working with eggs and fry
- Handling adult fish
- Experience with water systems and maintenance
- Operating electronic or mechanical equipment
- Collecting and recording data
- Writing technical or summary reports
- Using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Working with the public
Additional Information:
Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the "Job History" section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. Resumes will not replace the completed "Job History" section in your online application. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in the “Job History” section does not include information used to: 1) meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions. If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year) and the average amount of hours worked per week in the duties section. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.
Note: You will be required to provide a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts (online transcripts are acceptable) during the selection process that show your name, the name/address of the institution, coursework with passing grades, and degree conferred (including date), if you are using education to qualify. Transcripts and cover letters can be attached to your application in the Resume/CV/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply. Cover letters may not be reviewed unless it is stated as a requirement in the job posting.
For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application,
click here
Internal Applicants: The contact information that is prefilled on your application is typically your work email and work phone number. Be sure to check your state email and Workday notifications for your status regarding the recruitment process. If you are away from the office or unable to check your state email account for an extended period, contact the HR Recruitment Unit and the hiring manager to let them know your personal email and phone number where you can be contacted. This will help to ensure you do not miss out on any correspondence that may be related to an interview. If you apply for a position as an internal applicant and then terminate while the recruitment is still in process, contact the Recruitment Unit to have your contact information updated.
External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.
This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.
The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
Veterans - If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans' preference points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans' preference points visit
www.oregonjobs.org
and select Veterans resources under Resources. Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application, after you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.
Find information on
State of Oregon benefits
More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at
myodfw.com
and
https://www.dfw.state.or.us/
If you are passionate about natural resources, we invite you to join our team and assist with furthering ODFW’s mission by partnering with communities and sharing how our work has a positive effect on Oregon’s fish, wildlife and their habitats. ODFW is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities. Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon’s changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making. Consider joining our team as we lead ODFW into the future!
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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